Zip Masterclass - Lapped & Exposed Zips
2hr Masterclass
Available spots
Service Description
Master the techniques of inserting exposed and lapped zips with confidence in this practical, hands-on masterclass designed to elevate your garment finishing to a professional standard. Exposed and lapped zip applications each offer both functional and design opportunities—whether you want a bold, visible feature or a clean, neatly concealed closure. In this course, you’ll learn how to execute both techniques with precision, ensuring durability, symmetry and a polished finish. In this masterclass, you will: • Understand the difference between exposed and lapped zip applications and when to use each • Learn how to prepare fabric and seams for accurate zip insertion • Insert exposed zips neatly with even topstitching and professional alignment • Construct lapped zips for a clean, classic finish • Achieve balanced placement and smooth operation in both techniques • Use the correct tools, feet and machine settings for best results • Troubleshoot common issues such as twisting, puckering and uneven stitching • Finish waistbands, linings and seam joins with confidence Suitable for both improving beginners and more experienced sewists, this masterclass will build your skills and precision, helping you approach zip insertion with greater control.
Cancellation Policy
Students are required to be 16 years+ unless accompanied by an adult. Full payment is required at booking to secure a place on the workshop. Cancellations are permitted up to 24 hours in advance of the session start time. Students requesting a cancellation within 24 hours of the session start time will be offered a transfer to an alternative course. The transferring to an alternative course for non-attending students without correspondence is at the discretion of Laura Rae Craft Co. Laura Rae Craft Co. reserves the right to issue refunds when deemed appropriate. Students are required to complete a booking form detailing their name, telephone number, email, and home address. Personal data is collected and stored by Wix.com and will only be used for its intended purpose. Data is kept up to date and not held for longer than is necessary. Laura Rae Craft Co. requires a minimum of four students to be booked for any session. A class with fewer than three bookings may run at the discretion of the teacher, but we reserve the right to reschedule undersubscribed classes. As with the nature of group classes, late arrivals can impact the progress of the rest in the class. Laura Rae Craft Co. reserves the right to refuse entry to late arrivals if it is deemed detrimental on the wider class. If students are running late, please contact the class tutor. In the unlikely event where Laura Rae Craft Co. needs to cancel inor postpone a class due to an unavoidable circumstance (extreme weather, venue issues, sickness), students will be given notice of this prior to the event. Where possible, you will receive no less than 24 hours, although this is sometimes unavoidable. Students will be entitled to a refund or enrolment to an alternative course. Trainers are fully DBS checked and first aid trained. Full T&Cs can be found at www.lauraraecraft.com/policies#booking-policy
Contact Details
Peterborough PE4 5DT, UK
07970 832851
laura@lauraraecraft.co.uk