Ashton Top Class: Wednesdays, 6:30-9 PM, Sept. 17, 24 & Oct. 1

Make your own top with Katelyn Evans (@seweverything)!

Dive into Helen’s Closet’s beloved Ashton Top, a beginner‑friendly wardrobe staple featuring bust darts, a flattering A‑line silhouette, and two lengths (hip and cropped). The pattern includes clear, comprehensive instructions for either all‑in‑one facings or bias‑binding finishes - perfect for confident beginners. 

When & Where

This is a series of 3 classes, held from 6:30-9 PM on Wednesday Sept. 17, 24 and Oct. 1

Classes are held at Guelph Studio Space : 77 Suffolk Street West. 

Minimum 3 participants / maximum 7.

Why you'll love it!

• Perfect for beginners: Clever design means no closures—just a polished neckline and clean lines with straightforward techniques. 
• Pivot to intermediate skills: removing or re-sizing bust darts lets you focus on fit and shaping, but there is built-in B-cup and D-cup sizing (sizes 0-30). 
• Layer and style: Sew in cotton or linen for structure; try silk crepe or rayon for flowy drape—it’s great year‑round!

What You’ll Learn

1. Accurate measuring & pattern sizing (B‑cup sizes 0–22; D‑cup sizes 12–30) 
2. Tracing, cutting & layout (optimize stash-busting techniques) 
3. Straight stitching, dart sewing & seam finishes
4. Neckline & armhole finishing with bias or all‑in‑one facing
5. Final hem finish using hem facings
6. (Optional) Sleeve insertion with the expansion pack
7. Fitting & tweaks: Shoulders, bust darts, sleeve fit

Who Is This For?

• Beginners who want a supportive introduction to garment sewing
• Intermediate makers looking to refine fit or explore pattern hacks
• Anyone excited to create a practical, wearable top AND develop sewing confidence

Materials to Bring

• Fabric (light to medium woven): cotton, linen, rayon, silk, etc.
  
• Matching thread
• Sewing machine (to rent, email katherine@tinycheerhandmade.com)

The A0 size pattern, instructions, tracing paper, and basic notions (pins, scissors, measuring tools, etc.) are provided. 

Fit Information 

This pattern includes two size options. There is a B-cup pattern from sizes 0-22 and a D-cup pattern from sizes 12-30. 

Photos 7-8: Katelyn is 5'3", wears a 36F/G bra, and is wearing a size 18 in the B-cup range.

Photos 9-10: Katherine is 5'6", wears a 34B/C bra, and is wearing a size 6 in the B-cup range. 

By the End of the Course

You’ll leave with a polished Ashton Top—finished neckline, tidy darts, perfect hem. You’ll also gain confidence in fitting and garment construction, setting the stage to explore creative pattern hacks or tackle more advanced sewing projects.