Sew A Dressing Gown With Lucy - Saturday 1st November

Join us on this day workshop, hosted by Lucy of Sew Cumbria, and learn to sew your own Dressing Gown.  

Keep cosy this winter and sew your very own Dressing Gown, or why not make one as a Christmas gift? Either way by the end of this workshop you will be leaving with a luxurious dressing gown!

Choose between sewing two lengths; long and snuggly that hits mid-calf or how about an above knee one that is perfect to pack away and take with you on your holidays! 

Whilst a simple pattern, this workshop gives you the option for learning to handle those tricky slippery fabrics like silks and satins! Or if you're new to dressmaking, a great foundation to start your sewing journey!

Size range for the Dressing Gown are as follows;

Size 0 - 20 (Bust 31" - 46", Waist 24" - 39" and Hips 33" - 48")

or

Size 14 - 32 (Waist 42" - 60", Waist 35" - 53" and Hips 45" - 63")

Upon booking, please confirm which pattern size bracket you will require. The size 0-20 is drafted as standard sizing, where as the size 14 - 32 is drafted for a curvy figure.

You do need to have some sewing machine experience for this course, though not necessarily dressmaking!

Course Dates: Saturday 1st November 2025

Course Start: 9.30am

Course Finish 5.00pm

Workshop Location: 

Jenny Stitches, Unit 1, 78-80 Dalton Road, Barrow-in-Furness.

What's provided

• Tea, coffee and refreshments throughout the workshop.
• Paper pattern and instruction booklet.
• Print out booklet of other key information and tips and tricks for sewing your dressing gown. 

What you will need to bring with you

• Up to 4.10m (150cm/60" wide) fabric
  • Suggested fabrics: for a more structured shape, use light to heavy weight wovens such as linen, flannel or cotton poplin. For a drapier effect, use viscose, rayon challis, tencel, cotton voile or silk
• The exact quantities will be provided on booking, as it will depend on what size and style you will be sewing. 
• Fusible Interfacing 
• Matching Thread
  
• Sewing Machine and Sewing Kit (see below for in house machine use, please let us know in advance if you require a class machine).
  

The pattern used for this workshop is The Veronik Robe by Closet Core Patterns.

Class Sewing Machines and Tools

Here at Jenny Stitches we want sewing to be as accessible for as many people as possible! We have a number of in house Janome sewing machines available for use at no additional charge. We also provide basic tool kits. If however, you prefer to use your own machine and tools, please feel free to bring them along with you on the day.

Meet your tutor

Passionate about sewing, Lucy of Sew Cumbria curates a wide range of sewing classes and sewcials to cater for all skill levels and sewing interests. Her mission is simply to spread the word of sewing and creativity through our workshops and ultimately the bringing together of and supporting (and growing!) this wonderful sewing community that is based here in Cumbria. You can find out more about Lucy via her website, www.sewcumbria.co.uk.

Important bits & pieces

Please read the workshop terms and conditions carefully before making your booking.

Tea, coffee and good biscuits come as standard on all our workshops.

Lunch is not provided. We encourage you to try one of our lovely town centre food retailers, or you're welcome to being a packed lunch.

Please note that a minimum number of 4 students are required for a class to go ahead.