Sunday 29th June 10.30-4.30

Taught by Lydia

Looking to add a new skill to your sewing toolkit? This one-day workshop is the perfect introduction to lingerie-making, where you’ll create your own pair of handmade knickers using stretch fabrics.

With guidance from an experienced tutor, you’ll learn the techniques that go into sewing comfortable, well-fitting underwear — including how to work with stretch fabrics and attach elastic for a professional finish.

What to expect

• How to confidently handle stretch fabrics like jersey

• Tips for accurate cutting and neat stitching on delicate seams

• How to attach elastic with a clean, comfortable finish

• Ways to adjust and refine fit, or tweak the style for future projects

• Ideas for personalising your knickers — from lace inserts to period pant adaptations

What’s Included

• Expert guidance from an experienced tutor

• Basic colours of cotton jersey

• FOE elastic in simple colours

• Practice materials for elastic application samples

• Tea, coffee and light refreshments

What You’ll Need to Bring

• A knicker sewing pattern: choose from a selection we will suggest.

• Optional: ½ metre of stable cotton/bamboo jersey (nothing too flimsy)

• Optional: 5m each of fold-over and picot elastic (per pair)

• Lunch (or you can visit one of Crouch End’s local cafe or shops)

Who This Course is For

This class is designed for intermediate sewists: you’ll need to be able to confidently operate a sewing machine and have completed at least one or two garment projects before.

If you’ve ever wanted to explore lingerie making but weren’t sure where to start, this friendly, hands-on class is the ideal first step.