Curtains
Pencil Pleat Curtains - Level 1
… beautifully draped folds of gorgeous fabric, the ultimate window treatment, classic and simply chic, pencil pleat curtains, whats not to love!
What will I Learn?
Do you admire beautiful windows adorned with elegant drapes? Would you like to learn all the stitches and techniques required to make pencil pleat curtains, all to a professional standard? This Level 1 workshop focuses on the basic principles of bespoke, professional, classic pencil pleat curtains. Jacqueline will teach you the tricks of the trade in her own workroom in Ebberston, North Yorkshire.
You will learn how to measure and cut your fabric to maximise on pattern and detail, construct neat, true mitred corners, accurately position and secure lining, apply the correct stitch, tension and method to complete a hand-finished pencil pleat heading. During the workshop you will complete a half-meter curtain drop using all the techniques required to complete larger projects. Some hand and machine sewing experience will be useful, however Jacqueline will adjust the pace and imput to reflect your ability and previous experience. Therefore this course is suitable for both the beginner and more experienced, enthusiastic sewer.
Did you know that once this Pencil Pleat curtain making technique has been masterd, with a little measurement tweaking, you’ll also be able to make curtains with Cottage Top, Buff Ball and Drop Over headings.
This is a Level 1 workshop and can be booked as a one day 1-2-1 or as part of a 2 day curtain master class.
Email Jacqueline to book a workshop.
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Pencil Pleat Curtains
Workshop Q & A
Who will be teaching me?
Jacqueline is a creative, talented soft furnishings designer/creator, with over 20 years of teaching experience. Jacqueline is passionate about soft furnishings and has a wealth of knowledge that she is eager to share.
Is this workshop for me?
Only minimal hand and machine sewing experience is necessary to make this style of curtain, therefore this course is suitable for both the beginner and more experienced, enthusiastic sewer. Jacqueline will build and customise your experience in line with your ability and previous exerience.
Where will I be learning?
Most soft furnishing workshops, 1-2-1 and master classes are held in Jacqueline’s own workroom in Ebberston, North Yorks.
What's included?
Most soft frunishing workshops held in Jacqueline’s workroom include lining, specific workshop notes, all specialist sundries, and a light lunch. You will need to bring your face fabric and any additional trimmings you would like to use.
Ways to Learn
Jacqueline teaches all roman blind and curtain making workshops 1-2-1. If you are new to sewing then Jacqueline recomends that you to start with a Level 1 workshop before moving onto an advanced Level 2. Or prehapes a Master calss would suit you better. Please browse the options below.