Trouser Masterclass

with Fauve Asmaa & Tony R (The Great British Sewing Bee)

Date: 17th May 2026
Location: North Cornelly Public Hall
Level: Confident Beginner – Intermediate

Join us this May for a very special Trouser Masterclass, led by Fauve Asmaa and Tony R, finalist from The Great British Sewing Bee. This intensive class is designed to help you master trouser and jeans fitting, refine your construction skills, and leave with garments that truly fit your body.

This is a hands-on, supportive workshop where fit is the focus. You’ll work closely with Fauve , Asmaa and Tony to understand proportions, balance, and common fitting adjustments, empowering you to confidently sew trousers and jeans again and again.

What You’ll Learn

• How to choose the right trouser or jean pattern for your body
• Creating and fitting a toile to achieve a great fit
• Diagnosing common fitting issues (seat, rise, hips, thighs, legs)
• Making pattern adjustments with confidence
• Professional construction tips and finishing techniques
• Understanding fabric choice for trousers and denim

Pattern Options

You may choose one of the following routes for the class:

Option 1: Tony’s Roan Trousers (Emporia Patterns)
Work with Tony on his Roan Trouser pattern, focusing on structure, fit, and refined tailoring details.And tackling those difficult fly zips !

Option 2: Dawn Jeans – Master the Fit
Create a toile of the Dawn Jeans, with Fauve Asmaa guiding you through the fitting process so you can perfect your jeans fit before sewing the final garment. This will be made from calico and allow us to tackle the fit issue so you can go away cnfdnt to cut into that denim.

Option 3: Your Own Trouser Pattern
Prefer to work with a trouser pattern you already love? Bring it along and receive expert guidance tailored to your chosen design.

What’s Included

• Expert tuition from Fauve Asmaa and Tony Riddell
• In-depth fitting support and one-to-one guidance
• Use of studio equipment
• A friendly, inclusive learning environment
• Refreshments throughout the day

Who This Class Is For

• Sewists who want trousers or jeans that truly fit
• Those who feel stuck with fitting and want expert help
• Makers ready to take their garment sewing to the next level

What to Bring

• Your chosen pattern (unless using Roan Trousers or Dawn Jeans)
• Fabric for your toile (calico or similar)
• Basic sewing kit (pins, scissors, notebook)
• Your enthusiasm ✨

Spaces are limited to ensure plenty of individual support.
This is a rare opportunity to learn from two industry experts in an intimate studio setting.

Book your place early to avoid disappointment.

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Terms & Conditions

Booking & payment

• A booking is confirmed only once full payment has been received.
• If you cancel more than 14 days prior to the workshop, we will refund (less any payment processing fees).
• If you cancel within 14 days of the workshop, no refund will be given, unless we can fill your place from a waiting list.
• The organiser reserves the right to cancel or reschedule the workshop (for example due to instructor illness or venue issues). In such a case you will receive either a full refund or transfer to a new date.

Venue & times

• The workshop will be held at North Cornelly Public Hall. Please arrive at 9:15 am so we can begin promptly.
• We aim to finish by 4:30 pm.
• If you arrive late you may miss important instructions and the workshop leader may not be able to catch you up fully; full refund will not be available for late arrival.

Materials & equipment

• You must bring your own sewing machine in good working order, plus a basic sewing kit (threads, scissors, pins, seam ripper, etc).
• If you do not bring required materials (fabric, lining, interfacing, etc), the instructor will assist where possible but cannot guarantee the project will be completed.
• The workshop fee does not normally include fabric or pattern costs unless specified; please check your booking details.

Workshop conduct

• We aim for a relaxed, friendly and respectful environment.
• The organiser reserves the right to ask any participant to leave if their behaviour is disruptive, unsafe or disrespectful; no refund will be given in such circumstances.

Liability

• You participate in the workshop at your own risk. While every reasonable care will be taken, the organiser cannot accept liability for personal injury, loss or damage to personal belongings.
• Please ensure your sewing machine is safe and properly maintained; use of machines and equipment is your responsibility.

Photography & sharing

• We may take photographs during the workshop for social media, promotional use or future marketing.
• If you do not wish to appear in any images, please notify the instructor or organiser at the start.
• By attending, you grant permission for images taken to be used in future promotional materials unless you opt out.

Intellectual property

• Any commercial patterns used remain the intellectual property of their respective designers/publishers and are for personal use only, not for commercial mass-production or resale.
• Any instructions, handouts or demonstrations given during the workshop are for personal educational use only and may not be reproduced for commercial gain.

Health & safety / accessibility

• Please let us know in advance if you have any mobility, accessibility or health needs so we can do our best to accommodate you.
• Use of sewing machines, irons, pressing stations and sharp tools requires attention to safety; please follow the instructor’s guidance.

Cancellation by organiser

• If the workshop is cancelled by the organiser (e.g. minimum numbers not met, venue issue, instructor illness), you will be offered either a full refund or transfer to another date.
• The organiser cannot be held responsible for other costs you may incur (travel, accommodation, etc).

Force majeure

• If circumstances beyond our control (e.g. extreme weather, public transport strike, major disruption) prevent the workshop from proceeding, we will notify you as soon as possible and offer a refund or transfer.

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