Session 1: Getting Started

Introduction to the sewing machine

Threading the machine and winding the bobbin

Understanding basic sewing tools and supplies

Fabric selection and preparation

Introduction to essential stitches: straight stitch, backstitch, and basting stitch

Session 2: Understanding Patterns

Introduction to commercial sewing patterns

Reading and interpreting pattern symbols and markings

Selecting the right size and adjusting patterns if necessary

Basic pattern layout and cutting techniques

Introduction to pattern terminology

Session 3: Garment Construction Basics

Understanding fabric grainlines and cutting fabric accurately

Pinning and cutting fabric according to pattern pieces

Basic garment construction techniques: sewing seams, finishing edges, and pressing

Introduction to darts and their importance in garment shaping

Troubleshooting common sewing issues

Session 4: Shaping and Fitting

Understanding garment ease and fit

Introduction to basic garment alterations: taking in and letting out seams

Introduction to darts and their role in shaping garments

Fitting techniques: pin-fitting and basting for adjustments

Addressing common fitting issues such as gaping and puckering

Session 5: Finishing Touches

Introduction to hemming techniques: machine-stitched hem, blind hem, and hand-stitched hem

Adding closures: buttons, zippers, and hook-and-eye closures

Introduction to seam finishes: zigzag stitch, overlock stitch, and French seams

Pressing techniques for a professional finish

Finalizing the construction of your garment

Session 6: Project Completion

Review of all techniques learned throughout the course

Finishing any remaining construction steps on your garment

Troubleshooting and addressing any final fitting issues

Celebrating your completed garment

Tips for caring for and maintaining your handmade garments

Have you ever been filled with excitement in the middle of a sewing shop and bought yourself a paper pattern only to get home and after three months find it sitting at the bottom of a pile of paperwork and other miscellaneous things to do?  

Discover the joy of creating your own custom-fit garments with our personalized one-to-one or friend-based sewing pattern workshop! Learning to make a sewing pattern is not just about mastering a skill; it's about embarking on a creative journey filled with laughter, shared discoveries, and the satisfaction of crafting something uniquely yours.

In our intimate workshop setting, you'll receive personalized attention and guidance tailored to your specific goals and skill level. Whether you're a complete beginner or have some sewing experience under your belt, our experienced instructor will patiently guide you through the process, ensuring you feel confident and empowered every step of the way.

Bringing a friend along adds an extra layer of fun and camaraderie to the experience (ask us for a 10% discount code for your friend). Share laughs, exchange ideas, and support each other as you delve into the art of garment construction together. It's a fantastic opportunity to bond over a shared passion for creativity and sewing while honing your skills and unleashing your imagination.

Join us for a delightful and rewarding 2.5 hour workshop experience that will equip you with valuable sewing skills so you can make, remake and hack your pattern for years to come.

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