Learn With Us
Coming up to nearly 2 decades in the trade and having spent the last 10 years teaching interns and apprentices I am able to adapt my teaching processes to suit each individual, according to their needs and capabilities.
Having taught an advanced evening course of 8 students of varying levels of skill, I was able to keep the whole class on track.
Having also taken 4 individuals through full trouser making apprenticeships. All of whom are now successfully working as trouser makers.
My love of teaching is clear to see.
Despite my ‘full apprenticeship’ training being on hold for now – my passion for teaching is still very prominent. I feel such satisfaction to watch someone become immersed in ‘my world’ as I teach, and for this reason I have curated a selection of learning opportunities especially for you.
Here’s the deal...
Reinforce your current knowledge and practice.
Learn new methods that could help simplify processes that may currently seem long winded and complex.
Leave with a pair of trousers you can use as a learning tool, or… Add on one of the hand finishing packages and leave with a fully wearable pair of trousers made with all my tips, tricks and trade secrets!
Take home a sample of every pocket you need to know for bespoke tailoring from the small group pocket making days.
These classes are designed specifically for individuals who have a desire to become tailors and want to go that extra mile to soak up all the knowledge they can.
These classes are not for beginners. It is essential you already have a background education in tailoring as the classes are packed with knowledge and move at a professional pace.
“Taking trouser-making lessons with Holly were an an absolute delight and I’d highly recommend to anyone interested in understanding the world of bespoke! Holly’s expertise and passion for tailoring shine through in every session, making the process enjoyable and approachable even though I was a beginner. She breaks down complex techniques into easy-to-follow steps, covering everything from inlays, linings, pockets and zips. Hollys hands-on guidance and friendly approach make each class both fun and incredibly rewarding, and have left me with the skills that I needed to progress in this area.”
Pip - LAB student
1 - 1 Trouser Making
Master Class
In this 6-week program, you will be guided you through the construction process of a fully bespoke Savile Row pair of trousers. Please note this does not include Hand finishing.
Hand finishing & Take Home packages available to purchase separately in person with Holly once enrolled in the class.
Step by Step - Together
Beginning with a cutting demonstration, I talk you through how to cut all the components you need to construct your trousers. Throughout the demonstration you’re given time to take notes.
Our first sessions comprise of you observing and repeating all of the preparation tasks such as thread marking, making side adjusters and waistbands.
We then begin constructing your trousers. With me guiding you throughout the construction. Making pockets, attaching the fly and waistbands.
As well as a hip pocket demonstration. (Due to its complex nature this is demo only)
As we stitch and steam our way through the process - we end our sessions with the observing and repeating method, while we work on all the trousers internal components, readying your trousers for completion.
You are given the time to work through each section, with myself allowing you the space to do so comfortably meaning you can take notes and photos.
The Facts
6 weeks
24 hours whole teaching time.
4-hour sessions once a week.
Wednesday’s 10.30am - 2.30pm
Other time slots may be available upon request, but prices may differ. Please get in touch to discuss via contact form
All materials are included.
All tools are supplied.
Total Cost £1280
50% deposit payable upon booking
Flexible payment options
The small print
Bookings are non refundable.
You can request to move 1 session only or lose the session.
You must arrive 15 mins prior to start time… start time is sewing time.
You have only 15 mins grace on the day. I cannot run the session any later.
I reserve the right to amend sessions if necessary.
If we don’t think you’ll complete your trousers in the time allocated we will offer you an hourly rate to top up your course to completion. (Whilst we have designed the course to meet people’s needs we understand some people may require more time depending on their skill set)
“Learning under Holly’s guidance, with flexibility, understanding of personality nuance and tailoring capabilities, was phenomenal. A genuinely brilliant trouser-maker: I was legitimately sad the course had to end. Learning with absolutely every session, and having a teacher be excited about your progress is priceless. Especially if you are excited too.
The one-to-one was beneficial for me, being neurodivergent: I was able to properly focus. The patience, brightness in the studio, the skillset, the free coffee!It felt truly seamless (no pun intended). Holly is brilliant, inspiring, patient, fully of personality, and very talented.
No one better to learn from. I even offered to be her newest intern before the course had finished!”
Ross Took 1-1 Masterclass Student 2024
The Take Home Package
After completing the class, if you would like to replicate your new skills again and again, we strongly recommend purchasing on our Take Home Package.
You can do this in person with Holly once enrolled on the class.
What’s Included
I have specially created a set of templates to go with a standard size pattern, meaning you can confidently cut and trim your very own trousers ready to make again knowing they will go together like a 3D jigsaw! Easy!
Our guide on what supplies you will need and where to purchase them
Lay sheets (letting you know how to cut your trousers)
Clear to understand diagrams to assist with pocket and fly construction
An order of making (to keep you on the right track)
A bound copy of the trouser making section taken from “Classic tailoring techniques” A construction guide for Menswear. (The best and most digestible construction book in my opinion)
A trouser block in the size of your choosing (30/32/34/36/38)
Templates for every other component (fly, pockets etc)
PDF file sent via email that includes images of step by step pocket making.
Price - £160
Hand Finishing Packages
We appreciate that for some, hand finishing can be challenging, overly tedious or just not necessary. Some of you may be keeping the trousers as a learning tool, rather than to go strutting around town in. This is why we do not include hand finishing as ‘standard’ in the Trouser Making Masterclass.
You will be given the opportunity to purchase 1 of our 2 packages in person with Holly once enrolled in the class.
We offer two Hand Finishing Packages.
1) We can finish them for you … Yay!
Maybe your hand sewing is not as strong as you would like, but you would like your trousers finished to a professional standard – giving you something keep and to refer back to. Let us professionally finish your trousers for you. Includes finished and final press.
Price - £110
2) You can finish them yourself… also Yay!
You can book a 5 hour Hand Finishing Class where we will assist you to complete as much as possible on your trousers.
Starting with hems, and moving through the trousers at your own speed, learning all the stitches you need from one of the team. We’ll work on decorative bar tacks and prick stitching pocket mouths and fly, building up the more complex placement of the hook and bar fastening.
We cannot guarantee you’ll finish your trousers fully in this time as that depends on your skill set and speed. We will work to an efficient methodology during the 5 hours. Allowing you the opportunity to observe demonstrations and make notes if necessary to get the most out of your time.
Includes a demonstration of your pair being fully pressed off by ourselves.
Experience tells us that any more 5 hours of hand sewing can become tedious even for the best of us!
Price - £280
“Holly is one of the finest and most knowledgeable trouser makers in the trade. Her knowledge and experience surpasses most others and if I wanted to learn about how to become a tailor and wanted someone who knows all about both making and tuition of making she would always be my first choice, without any reservations I recommend her. She is both reliable and of the highest standard of bespoke tailoring.”
Robert Bailey - Head Cutter & Master Tailor at Robert Bailey Bespoke - formally of Huntsman Savile Row
Small Group
Pocket Making Days
Running 4 times a year with a maximum of 4 students per class, my ‘one off’ pocket making days are a must for any budding tailor.
Take your pockets for granted no more, they are at the core of the making process as we literally see garments get built around them!
I’ll show you how to make:
Slanted trouser pocket
Single jetted trouser hip pocket
Double jetted coat pocket with flap
Out breast welt coat/waistcoat pocket
In breast coat pocket
All your samples will be pre-cut and templates are supplied for you to keep to ensure we utilise our sewing time to the max. This course will run with demonstrations at each stage. With each individual being set up on their own personal sewing station to make up your own samples. We allow you the space to do so comfortably meaning you can take notes and photos.
The Facts
1 day master class
6 hours teaching time, 1/2 hour for lunch
4 times a year
Saturdays 10am - 4.30pm
All materials are included
All tools are supplied
Templates supplied to take home
Price - £380
The Small Print
Bookings are non refundable
You can transfer your booking
You must arrive 15 mins prior to start time…start time is sewing time
I reserve the right to amend sessions if necessary.
“Holly was able to teach and explain each step of the process with simplicity and patience, a testament to her teaching skills, and own mastery of the trouser making process. I was never made to feel inadequate or less able, as the environment was always warm and fun. I will always be grateful for the opportunity to learn in an environment filled with so much experience, information, and willingness to share knowledge with others who are trying to build their careers as well. ”
Hayden Wallace - Currently at Gieves & Hawkes
Demo Days
Need a quick fix? An intense info hit? Or just fancy a glimpse behind the curtain?
Then our demo days are for you. Every first Thursday of the month we open up the studio and invite up to 2 people to join us for the day. To observe Holly making a pair of trousers from start to finish.
During the make Holly will be talking you through her system and giving in depth explanations of her process as well as letting you in on all her tailors tips and tricks for making the perfect pair of trousers!
These open days are perfect for a wide range of people, tailoring students wanting to up their game, or fill in gaps on their current knowledge, people who are thinking about a career as a bespoke maker can see what it truly looks like, or simply those with a passion for all things sartorial and a curious mind!
During these open days Holly will be working on real clients trousers and at a professional pace. You are invited to take notes and at times Holly will pause for photos to be taken and questions to be asked. Please note filming is not permitted.
These open days day will move at a professional pace as they are designed to show you how a professional maker operates as well as being informative.
If your a budding tailor in the making we also strongly recommend purchasing our take home package, you will be given the opportunity to purchase this on the day or anytime after you’ve completed your demo day. You’ll also be able to take a look at the package itself on the day.
The Facts
1 day demonstration class
Construction only
7 - 8 hours viewing time
1/2 hour for lunch
• 1st Thursday of every month
• 9.30am Demonstration starts
• Cost £240