MAKE . EAT . SHOP

£255

What you'll do..... 

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Have a garment you love and wish you could make again? This three-part sewing course in Manchester city centre shows you how to clone your own clothes, turning a favourite item into a reusable sewing pattern and a finished replica you can remake again and again.

This course is designed for intermediate sewists who are already confident using a sewing machine and have some experience making garments. Your chosen item should be a simple style, such as a top, dress, or pair of trousers, without complex details like collars, heavy tailoring, or tricky fastenings. If you’re unsure whether your garment is suitable, guidance is available before booking.What to expect:

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• Draft a basic pattern directly from your existing garment.

• Make a toile to test fit and refine adjustments.

• Sew a finished version of your cloned piece.

• Learn the fundamentals of pattern drafting and garment fitting.

• Understand how to translate ready-made clothes into reusable patterns.

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By the end of the course, you’ll leave with a finished garment, your own custom-drafted pattern, and the confidence to clone more of your wardrobe independently. It’s a rewarding next step for sewists ready to deepen their skills and gain creative freedom from shop-bought patterns.

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What you'll get

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A completed Cloned version of your favourite Garment!

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Knowledge required

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Basic sewing knowledge and skills are needed for this course.

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What to bring

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Fabric is provided, but we are happy for you to bring a fabric of your choice.

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