Sewing – My Japanese apron

Would you like to sew an original piece for your wardrobe with top-notch finishes? Would you like to learn more about bias tape and especially how to place it correctly?
Then why not a lovely Japanese apron with very elegant finishes. 
The "mon tablier japonais" course is made for you!

Together we will learn how to:

• copy the apron pattern
  
• cut the pieces correctly
• bind the assembly seams
  
• assemble the apron
• finish using double-fold bias tape
• sew a blind bias hem
• sew a patch pocket (depending on your level) 

The prerequisites for this course are knowing how to use a sewing machine. People who have taken the course "je découvre la couture" or "je couds mon premier vêtement" are welcome to this themed workshop.
Finally, english speakers are welcome! 

The group consists of a maximum of 6 students.

The course includes:

• 1 X 2h30 of technical explanations, cutting and preparing the pattern pieces, preparing the seam binding
• 1 X 2h30 of sewing the project and bias finishing
• Use of sewing machines and sergers (depending on your level)
• Provision of basic equipment: scissors, pins, black or white serger thread…
• Smiles, kindness and respect for everyone
• Unlimited complimentary drink

Not included: the apron fabric, bias tape and matching thread

For the first class, you need to bring woven fabric (Denim, washed linen, cotton twill, woven velvet...) washed and ironed. Do not hesitate to contact me or stop by the shop for the yardage to plan according to your size and the fabric width chosen. 

Our courses are held in our workshop at:
Either in Ixelles: Avenue de la couronne, 357 1050 Ixelles
Or in Woluwe Saint Lambert: Avenue Georges Henri, 328 1200 Woluwe Saint Lambert

Want to know more about our courses offering? I made a YouTube video, click here to watch it

Getting to the Ixelles workshop by public transport:

• Bus 95 (Thys stop) - less than 1 minute walk
• Bus 71 (Cimetière d'Ixelles stop) - 5 minutes walk
• Tram 7 or 25 (Gare d'Etterbeek stop) - 5 minutes walk
• Train (Etterbeek station) - 5 minutes walk
• Tram 8 (ULB stop) - 15 minutes walk or connection with Bus 71 to Cimetière d'Ixelles
• Metro 5 (Delta stop) - 15 minutes walk or connection with Bus 71 to Cimetière d'Ixelles

Getting to the Woluwe workshop by public transport:

• Tram 7 or 25 (George Henri stop) - 4 min walk
• Metro 1 (Joséphine Charlotte stop) - 9 min walk
• Metro 1 (Montgomery stop) - 9 min walk
• Metro 1 or 5 (Mérode stop) - 12 min walk
• Train (Mérode station) - 12 min walk
• Train (Etterbeek station) then connect with tram 7 towards Heyzel or tram 25 towards Roger to the George Henri stop - 4 min walk
• Train (Gare Centrale) then connect with metro 1 towards Stockel to the Joséphine Charlotte stop - 9 min walk