G&G Sewing Masterclass - Pockets
Do you struggle with sewing pockets or are you lacking confidence using pockets in your sewing projects? Are you ready to take your dressmaking skills to the next level?
Pockets can take your me-made garments from “good” to “beautifully finished” - and in this practical, technique-focused 3 hour masterclass, you’ll learn how to sew three of the most useful pocket styles in dressmaking.
Across the session, you’ll create your own set of pocket samples to take home, building confidence and skills that you can apply to trousers, skirts, dresses and outerwear.
Saturday 13th June 2026 - 9:30 am - 12.30 pm
With guidance from our expert tutor, you’ll work through three core pocket techniques:
✨ Curved Patch Pocket
✨ In-Seam Pocket
✨ Single Welt Pocket
Join our pockets masterclass, for a deep dive into the essential techniques to transform your finishing skills from basic to professional.
This class is suitable for sewists of all skill levels. Beginners will be guided through the fundamentals of pockets, while intermediate sewists can refine their skills for a more polished, professional finish. By the end of the class, students will feel confident sewing different types of pockets and applying them with greater precision to garments and other projects.
Do you struggle with sewing pockets or are you lacking confidence using pockets in your sewing projects? Are you ready to take your dressmaking skills to the next level?
Pockets can take your me-made garments from “good” to “beautifully finished” - and in this practical, technique-focused 3 hour masterclass, you’ll learn how to sew three of the most useful pocket styles in dressmaking.
Across the session, you’ll create your own set of pocket samples to take home, building confidence and skills that you can apply to trousers, skirts, dresses and outerwear.
Saturday 13th June 2026 - 9:30 am - 12.30 pm
With guidance from our expert tutor, you’ll work through three core pocket techniques:
✨ Curved Patch Pocket
✨ In-Seam Pocket
✨ Single Welt Pocket
Join our pockets masterclass, for a deep dive into the essential techniques to transform your finishing skills from basic to professional.
This class is suitable for sewists of all skill levels. Beginners will be guided through the fundamentals of pockets, while intermediate sewists can refine their skills for a more polished, professional finish. By the end of the class, students will feel confident sewing different types of pockets and applying them with greater precision to garments and other projects.
Further Information
During this masterclass you’ll work through three essential pocket styles, building a toolkit of techniques you can apply to all kinds of garments.
✨ Curved Patch Pocket - Perfect for dresses, shirts and casual trousers.
How to press smooth, even curves using templates or pressing guides
Tips for perfect placement every time
Edge-stitching and topstitching neatly around curves
Gain top tips on pattern matching patch pockets.
✨ In-Seam Pocket - A versatile and commonly used pocket that’s ideal for side seams on dresses, skirts and trousers.
How to align and sew pocket bags accurately
Understitching for a clean, roll-free finish
Tricks for preventing pocket gape
Pressing techniques for a smooth, professional result
✨ Single Welt Pocket - A more advanced tailored pocket often seen in trousers, skirts and jackets.
Marking and stitching the welt opening with confidence
Cutting and turning the welt cleanly
Forming a crisp welt shape
Attaching the pocket bag
Who Is This Course For?
- Dressmakers who want to add more polished details to their garments.
- Home sewists seeking to improve their finishing techniques.
- Sewing enthusiasts ready to deepen their technical knowledge.
Level 2 - please click here to read the description of this level to ensure it is suited to you
- All materials for your pocket samples
- Use of all top-of-the-range sewing tools, equipment and Janome sewing machines
- Expert tuition in our bright, inspiring studio
- Glossary of key terms
- Tea, coffee and biscuits to keep you fuelled while you sew!
- 10% off full priced fabrics purchased on the day of your class.
Nothing is needed for these classes - just your lovely self!
Lauren Tedstone
Lauren Tedstone is known for being a quarter finalist of series 9 of BBC’s Great British Sewing Bee. Her machine, given to her many years before by her grandmother, was finally put to use in late 2019 when Lauren taught herself to sew. Starting with small projects for her children, Lauren then went on to garment sewing and is on a journey to curate and create a complete handmade wardrobe including accessories. A big lover of fashion trends, she loves creating key timeless classics that have professional finishes and longevity. With that in mind, Lauren tends to create projects using a combination of new and well established sewing techniques and has a love of machine and hand sewing. Lauren’s aim is to share her knowledge and passion with all creatives and those wanting to learn a new skill and is very excited to be part of the G&G team.
Dates & Times
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9:30am 5 places remaining £49
