DATE, TIME AND LOCATION
Thursday 29th January 2026
6pm - 8:30pm
32 Bocking Street, London, E8 3FP
The masterclass will take place in our shop just around the corner from Broadway Market. It's about 15 minutes walk from Bethnal Green tube station, 10 minutes from London Fields and Cambridge Heath overground stations.
CLASS OVERVIEW
If fabric shops leave you feeling overwhelmed, this is the talk for you!
Join us for a relaxed and informative evening designed to demystify the world of fabric. Lauren of Working Cloth will guide you through what to look for when selecting fabric - the most common weaves and fibres, how different fabrics behave and why it is important when picking fabric for your garment. You’ll leave with practical knowledge to help you feel more confident every time you shop for fabric.
Lauren will begin by leading a 45-60 minute talk, followed by a Q+A where you can ask all of your fabric questions. You'll then have a chance to browse our fabrics, with help on hand to match your project with the right fabric.
This class is the perfect chance to catch up with sewing friends and spend the evening surrounded by beautiful fabrics.
WHAT WILL THIS CLASS COVER?
+ An overview of the most common weaves and fibres
+ Advice on picking a suitable fabric for your project
+ Tips on how to be a savvy fabric shopper - how do fabric shops describe different fabrics?
+ Terminology for describing different fabrics
+ A look at how your fabric choice can alter the finished look of a garment
+ A hands-on look at how different fabrics move and drape
WHO IS THIS CLASS FOR?
This class is for anyone who wants to deepen their understanding of fabric and leave feeling confident when picking a fabric for their project.
CLASS INCLUDES:
+ A swatch pack of fabric samples to help you identify different fabric weights and properties when shopping online at home
+ A glass of bubbles or soft drink!
STUDENTS NEED TO BRING:
No essentials required but a notebook and pen might come in handy. Plus any patterns you'd like help finding fabric for.
WHERE?
The class will take place in our shop, just around the corner from Broadway Market. It's about 15 minutes walk from Bethnal Green tube station, 5 minutes from London Fields and Cambridge Heath Overground stations. The studio is at ground floor level with no steps. It is fully accessible and has a fully accessible toilet.
QUESTIONS?
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Workshop FAQs and if we haven't answered them, drop us an email at studio@thenewcrafthouse.com
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Payment plans are available! Please email studio@thenewcrafthouse.com for more information.
