The Tony is a loose-fitting shirt with an open collar and front facings. It comes with optional breast pockets and sleeve cuffs to add interest and a more relaxed feel. An ideal pattern for anyone wanting to get into men's or gender neutral sewing. This pattern is for a confident beginner.
For the shirt - Make it from cotton for an easy sew and be adventurous with your print like Tony! You can also make it from linen and linen blends, cotton lawn and other light to medium weight wovens, making it perfect for both hot holiday shirts and layering in colder weather.
For the Jacket - Use a medium to heavy weight woven fabric for a casual and versatile jacket - denim, twill and lightweight canvas are all good options here - layer it with your Tony shirt for the perfect Autumn combo!
Sessions run from 10am to 4.30pm. Our classes are limited to six participants, so everyone has access to the space and support they need.
You will need to bring:
Your Tony Shirt pattern (supplied in advance so you can trace or cut your required size, full pattern details can be found here )
Your fabric (this can be cut out in advance to make the most of your making time on the day, fabric requirements are shown below, If making the Jacket version, do not cut your sleeves in advance )
Fabric requirements - 150 wide:
Sizes 36"-44" - 2m
Sizes 46"-56" - 3mYou will also need: 50cm interfacing, 5 or 6 buttons
Fabric recommendations: For Shirts - cotton poplin, quilting cotton, cotton lawn, linen, linen blends, mid to lightweight wovens, For Jackets - Cotton Twill, medium weight denim, or cotton canvas.
Matching thread
If you have any questions about patterns or fabric requirements then please do not hesitate to ask!
What's included:
The class includes your shirt pattern, Tony's expert and entertaining tuition, use of Janome sewing machines, sewing tools and equipment are also provided for your use. There is also unlimited tea, coffee, and biscuits and Great British Sewing Bee gossip!
Teacher
Tony Rea (Series 9 finalist on The Great British Sewing Bee)
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