Sew Smart: Understanding & Using Commercial Patterns

Course Description:

Ready to take your sewing skills to the next level? This 10-week course is designed for learners who have completed a beginners’ sewing class and want to gain confidence working with commercial patterns. You’ll learn how to read and interpret commercial patterns and instructions, choose suitable fabrics, adjust sizing, and assemble garments step-by-step. By the end of the course, you’ll have the skills to make clothes that fit and flatter — and the confidence to tackle new projects independently.

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

• Read and interpret commercial sewing pattern, layouts, and instructions
• Select appropriate fabrics, notions, and tools for specific projects
• Accurately measure and adjust patterns for individual fit
• Cut and mark fabric following pattern layouts
• Assemble garments using correct sewing techniques and finishes
• Confidently troubleshoot common fitting or construction issues
• Complete a simple garment from a commercial pattern

Please note: Participants must bring their own sewing machine and have basic sewing experience equivalent to a 10-week beginners’ course.

Course Day & Time: Monday evening 7.30 – 9.30

Start Date: 26/01/26

Cost: €110

Please Note: Students will be required to supply their own fabric for the items they are making (assistance will be given re the information for the type of fabric required, amount required and places to purchase)

Course Format: In class with tutor (Maximum of 10 students)

Sewing Machine: Students who register for this course need to have and bring their own sewing machines to the class each week

Duration: 10 weeks

Enrolment: Enrolment will open online on our website www.malahidecsadulted.ie on Tuesday the 9th of December 10am. You can enrol online then by clicking on the ‘Enrol Here’ button.

Tutor: Jen Dwyer – Eyre Couture

Jen Dwyer is a fashion designer and stylist. She has worked for many years between the fields of film, theatre, and live performance, as a wardrobe stylist and costume designer.  In 2014 she saw the need for fully inclusive and consciously produced bridal/occasion wear, and started her own label, Eyre Couture.  She is also extremely passionate about teaching and has over 10 years experience as an art teacher and a sewing tutor.

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