SEWING AND UPCYCLING
REGULAR COURSE
Start with sewing basics and build up to complex upcycling projects in our weekly classes
€150 per month
4 weekly classes
Those who want to develop the skills to create their own clothes
Tuesdays or Wednesdays
18.00 to 20.00
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
MONTH 1
Basic Sewing Alterations
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Get good practice with the sewing machine, learning all its functions and tricks. You’re welcome to bring your own to learn how to use it.
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We’ll explore a variety of clothing items to understand how they are constructed and how you can alter them, based on what everyone brings.
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The focus is on simple but useful techniques: seams, hems, making smaller or bigger, zippers, etc.
MONTH 3
Creative Reconstruction
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We’ll take apart garments and re-use them for something else. Throughout the course, everyone will be saving all the leftovers, and then make a pile together so everyone can use them.
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The grand finale involves creating something entirely new from scratch, using what you’ve learned about disassembling, pattern making, and sewing.
MONTH 2
Upcycling with patterns
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Learn the basics of pattern making to customise and fit to your unique body and style.
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Use your new pattern-making skills to take upcycling to the next level, transforming the shape and fit..
FOLLOWING MONTHS
Endless Learning
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There’s no set endpoint to your sewing journey with me. You can keep attending for as long as you'd like. The learning possibilities with sewing and upcycling are endless, and we can always keep exploring new techniques and projects.
PURPOSE
Commitment
Mastering sewing takes time and practice, that's why we believe in giving it at least 3 months. Committing to this course means dedicating yourself to learning, practising, and growing. However, if you can only commit to less time, you're also welcome.
Sustainability in Fashion
To promote an understanding of sustainable fashion by teaching practical upcycling skills, and as a result encouraging a more thoughtful and circular approach to clothing consumption.
Community Building
To create a supportive and collaborative community where participants can share ideas, learn from each other’s experiences, and celebrate their achievements, reinforcing the joy and satisfaction that come from creating something with your own hands
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
PAYMENT
The cost is €150/month (every 4 classes). Once you put your payment details on the system, you will be charged automatically as a subscription. Cash payments are also acceptable.
RESCHEDULING
If you can't make it to a class, you have the option to reschedule up to 24 hours in advance. Simply check the calendar for available slots in the other group. If no slots are available, don't worry! We offer a makeup class where you can catch up. Please note, if you miss the rescheduling window, the class will be considered missed.
SWAPS
If there are no available slots, you can also swap with someone from the other class in our WhatsApp group.
CANCEL SUBSCRIPTION
Life happens, if you have to cancel in the middle of the course, we can make it happen. 3 months is the recommended minimum time, but if you want to come for less time you also can.
MISSION
This course is about more than just learning how to sew; it’s about empowering individuals with the skills, knowledge, and inspiration to explore and express their creativity and wear their creations. Everyone goes at their own pace and follows their interests. You decide which projects to work on, with guidance and support tailored to your needs.
Got questions?
Feel free to get in touch if you have any doubts, want to request a special date or booking, or have questions about a particular project you want to bring.