Taking Measurements & Selecting Sizes
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Taking Measurements & Selecting Sizes

The size-chart deception revealed!

Over 100 people have attended this class

Description

Learn where to take your measurements, interpret pattern sizing and select the right size to make.

This 2-hour session will reveal the myths of size-charts and give you game-changing knowledge.

SESSION PLAN:

  • Where on your body you should take your measurements
  • How to accurately take measurements
  • A thorough list of your measurements
  • The difference between body measurements and finished measurements
  • Understand both design and fit ease
  • How to interpret size-charts, and 
  • How to choose the size to make
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What you will learn

  • How & where to take measurements
  • Interpret the size chart, work out the finished size, & understand ease
  • How to select the right pattern size to make

What you will get

  • A set of your measurements
  • An understanding of pattern sizing and detailed notes covering everything you learn
  • In the event of a Lockdown, all workshops are moved ahead by 7 days. We try to minimise the impact on our timetable, but usually, all workshops (even those that were not scheduled during the Lockdown timeframe) move ahead by 7 days.
Parking Info
  • Level 1, 329 Brunswick St, Fitzroy. Look for the red door.
  • Most Brunswick St parking is ticketed & max' 2hrs. However, longer time parking is available in the paid Coles Car Park.
  • Public Transport is the ideal way to get here - jump on the 11 tram & get off at Johnston St.

What to wear

Casual

Appropriate for

Anyone who wants to improve their sewing outcomes.


Thread Den

4.9
(1990 Reviews)

Learn to sew, craft and create with Thread Den

Located on Melbourne's vibrant Brunswick Street, in Fitzroy. At Thread Den you can start at the very beginning, take your skills to the next level, and find your own unique style.

At Thread Den it's just like a friend (a super nice clever one) teaching you and a few friends to sew, craft and create. When you come in; take advantage of having all the equipment on hand, lovely big cutting tables, smooth running Janomes with plenty of feet accessories, inspiring resources, and friendly people to chat to.  

Your teachers have years of experience, their own labels and businesses, and the desire to share their skills and craftsmanship with you.


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4.7 (22 reviews)
Sunilrated it
25 Aug 2024
Fantastic class! Thank you Danielle for demystifying the world of measurements for clothing patterns! I am now equipped with a thorough and accurate list of my body measurements and can decipher all those mysterious instructions and drawings when confronted with a pattern. I feel like I’ve mastered a whole new secret language! I highly recommend this course for anyone who needs to understand how to take accurate measurements for making clothes from patterns. P.S I’m a bloke and found this a completely relevant course.
Benyrated it
12 Apr 2024
It was a very good learning experience Although it was more of a women’s measurement, it was all good because I want to learn making women’s clothes as well
Sharonrated it
23 Nov 2023
Many years of frustration was solved in 2hrs! Danielle explains measurements, sizing and ease as it relates to your own body and on patterns. Highly recommended if you want to understand measurements, pattern selection, and the art of sizing, go to this class.
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Cancellations & Refunds

If the organiser cancels the class:

You are entitled to a full refund.

If you can't attend the class:

  • A refund can be requested 1 day before class starts. An admin fee of AU$35.00 applies.
  • A transfer can be requested 4 days before the class starts. An admin fee of AU$10.00 applies.
  • A credit note can be requested 4 days before the class starts. Free of charge.

No changes will be allowed after these times.

We recommend the refund upgrade option upon checkout in case you’re not able to attend the class. Learn more about refund upgrade option.

Terms & Conditions

Taking part in a workshop at Thread Den is fun and we love teaching people our craft, but here we have to get serious for a moment:

It is your responsibility to clear your diary for the booking you've made - especially if there are multiple sessions in your course. If you want to finish your project(s), you need to attend all workshops. You'll also need to arrive on time. We can't start again because it just isn't fair to your fellow participants. 

Allow us this indulgence for a second, our workshops and courses - are usually sold out weeks in advance. It isn't a quick switch to pop you into another workshop. If we have an appropriate session where you can attend to keep going, we will try to offer you a discounted space. If that isn't possible, you will need to book a private lesson to stay on track (the minimum cost is NM -$144 or M -$119.52). 

We also won't follow you up to check that you are coming along to class and/or that you have the right supplies for your class. Almost every workshop will require you to bring along your supplies, for some workshops we sell a supplies kit at an additional cost - but not for all. If you are unsure about what you need, just shoot us an email - info@threadden.com .  We also want you to learn and love what you make as much as possible, please carefully consider the fabrics we recommend that you use. If you choose a fabric that is suited to a more advanced level you aren't going to enjoy your experience.

We've tried to answer any questions you could have in the workshop description, but again, don't hesitate to email us for any further details or with any queries. We loooove to see that fabric you are thinking of using and sending you off to some of our favourite fabric and habby suppliers. 


Thanks for sticking with us and reading through those annoying details. 

The details of our refund policy appear during the booking process.


Medical Events

  • If you are required to isolate, with the supply of a medical certificate or COVID-19 testing referral covering the date of your workshop, you will be able to transfer your booking without incurring any penalties.
  • Your safety is our priority, we reserve the right to make decisions if necessary to preserve the safety of all. 
  • In the event of a medical emergency, we may have to seek ambulance services on your behalf and at your expense.

Course Cancellations 

  • Classes are subject to sufficient enrolment numbers (usually this is 3 participants).
  • We reserve the right to cancel any scheduled course.


This policy can be viewed on our website - https://threadden.com/about/bookings-and-cancellations-policy/

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