FC Designer Collective: Textiles Upcycling Workshop 12/11/24

Who are FC Designer Collective?

A social enterprise running upcycling and sewing skills workshops in Islington. 

What is the event?

Drop into the FC Designer Collective shop on Fonthill Road with your garment (or textile) for free upcycling and repair support and tuition. Delivered to you by Islington Council and Fashion-Enter Ltd.

Learn how to:

+ How to thread an industrial sewing machine

+ Learn different stitches and tensions

+ How to shorten and hem a trouser or skirt by hand (Woven and Jersey)

+ How to shorten and hem a trouser or skirt on a sewing machine (Woven and Jersey)

+ Learn about the different fabrics and how they are different in handling

+ How to insert a zip, buttons and trims

+ Techniques to upcycle an existing garment

+ Customisation

+ How to tailor an existing garment to your body shape

Please bring your own items and pins, if you wish to use them.

When: 12th November 10am-4pm

Where: FC Designer Collective, 113-115 Fonthill Rd, Finsbury Park, N4 3HH

How: Just drop in on the day

Please see their eventbrite page for any more details.