Zips- G&G Sewing Masterclass

Name: Zips- G&G Sewing Masterclass
Start: 2026-01-25T13:30:00+00:00
End: 2026-01-25T16:30:00+00:00
Location: Guthrie and Ghani - Haberdashery, Fabric and Yarn Store

Schedule

Sun Jan 25 2026 at 01:30 pm to 04:30 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

Guthrie and Ghani - Haberdashery, Fabric and Yarn Store | Birmingham, EN

Zips - G&G Sewing Masterclass
🗓️Sunday 25th January 2026
⏰1:30pm-4:30pm
📍169 Alcester Road, Moseley. Birmingham. B13 8JR
🎟️Book your place now 👉 https://studio.guthrie-ghani.co.uk/workshops/zips-masterclass
Do you struggle with inserting zips or are you lacking confidence using zips in your sewing projects?
Perhaps you want to improve your existing zip skills and add a professional touch to your creations.
If so, join our G&G Zips Masterclass for an in-depth exploration of essential techniques to take your zip skills from basic to a higher level. Let our experienced tutor equip you with the knowledge and confidence to successfully insert a variety of zippers into your projects.
This class is suitable for sewists of all skill levels. Beginners will be guided through the fundamentals of zipper insertion, while intermediate sewists can refine their skills for a more polished, professional finish. Personalised support will also be provided for specific zipper-related challenges. By the end of the class, students will feel confident handling different types of zippers and applying them with greater precision to garments and other projects.
With expert instruction, you'll learn:
How to choose the right zip for your project
Essential tools for inserting zips including a variety of machine feet
How to insert a variety of different types of zips including a centred zip, lapped zip and concealed (invisible) zip
Neat ways of finishing off ends of zips in garments
Tips for matching seams and patterns (stripes, prints, etc.) when inserting zippers.
Troubleshooting for common zip problems e.g. puckered seams
Finishing touches and final tips on ensuring the zipper blends seamlessly into the garment, including topstitching and pressing techniques.

⭐️This is a booking only workshop with limited availability. To join us on your sewing journey book your place here https://studio.guthrie-ghani.co.uk/workshops/zips-masterclass⭐️