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Introduction to Patternmaking I

This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of patternmaking and garment assembly in a focused and hands-on learning environment. Students will apply a range of techniques such as block development, dart manipulation, familiarisation with a variety of silhouette alterations and patternmaking terminology and symbols. Aspects of construction such as cutting, laying, fusing, yokes, pockets, waistbands, fastenings will be explored and applied to sample garments. Students will use domestic Bernina/Bernette sewing machines and Juki industrial machines to test their skirt and basic bodice patterns and apply professional finishes to their garments.

You will need to bring to your first class paper scissors, rulers, 2B pencils and eraser.

8 x 3 hour session

$600

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Introduction to Sewing I

This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of of sewing in a hands-on learning environment. Students will complete Sewing Class 1 to 6 over the eight week program. Aspects of construction such as cutting, laying, fusing, yokes, pockets, waistbands, fastenings will be explored and you will create a fabulous range of item from a sling bag to a basic skirt and shirt. Students will use domestic Bernina/Bernette sewing machines and apply professional finishes to their garments.

Sewing equipment and all materials will be supplied for your first class.

8 x 3 hour session

$600

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Sewing Class 1: The Machine & Basic Functions

For those who are completely new to sewing. This class will be led in a simple and easy to follow format. First you will be acquainted with the sewing machine, and its features, dials and buttons. You will learn to confidently set up the machine for sewing - how to insert a needle, thread the machine, and wind and load a bobbin. You will also be introduced to the different stitches and their application for different fabric types. In the second half of class you will make your own sewing satchel, whilst learning handy construction tips.

1 x 3 hour session

$75

Sewing equipment and all materials will be supplied.

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Sewing Class 2: Sling Bag

Create a cool and practical sling bag with a closed patch pocket to hold your valuables. Bring along your favourite fabrics, once you’ve made one there’s no stopping you! All sewing equipment is provided by The Sewing Room, but please bring along fabric to make your bag.

1 x 3 hour class

$75

Bring with you: Two different pieces of woven cotton fabric, each 1 meter lengths (2 meters in total), matching thread.

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Sewing Class 3: Zippers, Casings & Buttonholes

Learn to finish your garments with working and professional looking closures. This class will give you the information you need to confidently sew in zippers and buttonholes, and make casings for elastic and drawstrings. You will also practice overlocking edges, to give your garments a long lasting neat finish. These great-toknow techniques will lengthening the life of your clothing - now you will be able to replace thoughs worn and broken closures on your existing cloths yourself. You will leave with great pencil case or makeup bag incorporating all these wonderful new techniques.

1 x 3 hour session

$75

Sewing equipment and all materials will be supplied.

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Sewing Class 4: Sewing the basic skirt

Create a basic skirt to standard sizes. You’ll be shown how to take your measurements, and how to selected a pattern, lay your pattern pieces and cut fabric. You will cover a range of professional sewing techniques and leave with a stunning new skirt to wear out and about.

1 x 6 hour session or 2 x 3 hour session

$150

Bring with you: 1 x 20cm - 30cm invisible zipper, 2 metres of woven fabric and matching thread.

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Sewing Class 5: Sewing the basic shirt

Create a basic mens or womens shirt to standard sizes. You’ll be shown how to take your measurements, and how to select a pattern, lay your pattern pieces and cut fabric. You will cover a range of professional sewing techniques and leave with a fabulous new shirt to wear or a lovingly sewn gift for a friend.

2 x 3 hour session

$150.00

Bring with you: 3 metres of woven fabric, 12 x 12mm buttons and matching thread.

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Sewing Class 6: Sewing with Stretch Fabrics

Sewing with stretch and knit fabrics can be quite tricky but in this class you will learn tips and tricks for successful sewing, as well as troubleshooting when it comes to overlockers. After you have been armed with the necessary skills you will complete a basic t-shirt.

1 x 3 hour sessions

$75

BYO: 1m of cotton knit or wool knit fabric for the Men’s T-shirt. 1m of cotton rib or cotton elastane jersey for the Women’s T-shirt. The Sewing Room will provide the pattern.

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Boxers Shorts

Cool and comfy boxer shorts with soft elastic waistband and perfect as PJ’s on those hot summers nights. You can team them with a basic t-shirt from our Sewing Basics Mod 6: Sewing with Stretch Fabrics, you can’t go wrong!

1x 2 hour sessions

$50

BYO: 1 meter of fabric, 1 meter of 2.5cm wide elastic and matching thread. The Sewing Room will provide the pattern.

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PJ Shirt & Pants

PJ’s perfect for catching all the Z’s you need after a hard day. This sleep shirt with front pocket and buttons down the front and pants with soft elastic waistband and the perfect length for you on those hot summers nights.

2 x 3 hour sessions

$150.00

Bring with you: 2.5 metres of woven fabric for shirt & 1 metre of woven fabric for shorts (maybe have contrasting fabric to make it more interesting) 6 x 12mm buttons and matching thread. meter of fabric, 10cm interfacing and matching thread. The Sewing Room will provide the pattern.

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Basic alterations

In 3 short hours, we will be acquainted with the sewing machine, and its features, dials and buttons, then how to mend and alter your clothes. This class will be led in a simple and easy to follow format. This class will give you the confidence to ditch your alterationist and save money. Then if you want to further your skills we have plenty of project classes for you to try out your new skills in.

1 x 3 hour session

$75

All materials provided by The Sewing Room but feel free to bring items of clothing that need altering to get advice on.

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FOR MEN: Begin, alter & repair in 3 hours

In 3 short hours, learn to wind the plastic circle bit, put the thread on the machine thingy and then how to mend and alter your clothes. This class will give you the confidence to ditch your alterationist and save money, all in a men only class. Then if you want to further your skills we have plenty of project classes for you to try out your new skills in.

1 x 3 hour session

$75

All materials provided by The Sewing Room but feel free to bring items of clothing that need altering to get advice on.

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Pattern making for skirts

Create your own skirt patterns to fit you perfectly. You’ll be shown where to take measurements, and how to draft your personalised pattern, covering a range of professional pattern making techniques. We will cover some basic skirt variations and get you well on your way to designing your own individual adaptations.

3 x 3 hour session

$225

Bring with you: 1 x 20cm - 30cm invisible zipper, 2 metres of calio fabric to test your pattern, 2 metres of woven fabric for the real thing and matching thread.

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Simple Shift Dress

Pattern code: V8278, 8486, 8530 and 8552

Check out this cutie! Make your own 60’s inspired Twiggy-style shift or a simple pretty dress. Learn to adapt the pattern for your body, and how to sew this little gem into something you’ll be excited to wear out. Basic sewing skills required, Sewing Class 3 or equivalent experience with zips preferred.

3 x 3 hour sessions

$225

Bring with you: Pattern code TBA; and the suggested fabric and notions to complete the variation of your choice.

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Children’s wear Age 1 to 4

Create gorgeous shorts and a shirt or a dress to standard childrens sizing. You’ll be shown how to lay pattern pieces, cut fabric and sew these adorable chidrens outfit using professional finishes. There will be no stopping you and a world of ideas will open up in the adorable cloths you will be able to create for your little ones.

2 x 3 hour session

$150

Bring with you: 1.2 metres of woven fabric for shirt & .5 metre of woven fabric for shorts (maybe have contrasting fabric to make it more interesting) 5 x 12mm buttons and matching thread. The Sewing Room will provide the pattern.

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Swimwear

Have you ever wanted to make your own swinwear? Learn the professional tricks of the trade to construct swimwear from swimwear fit & working with lycra to sewing with the overlocker, elasticating swimwear, fastenings and finishes. You will be off to a swimming start with this class.

2 x 3 hour session

$110

A packet of 6mm swimsuit elastic and 1 meter of 150cm wide 4 way stretch lycra fabric.

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Tailoring Techniques

Pattern code: V8333, V8428 and V7975

You can choose from these 3 tailored jacket designs for women. Create a tailored fit using professional construction techniques and finishes. These will include welt pockets, collar, lapel, facing and linings.

4 x 3 hour session

$300

Bring with you: Pattern code TBA; and the suggested fabric and notions to complete the variation of your choice.

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Sewing Evening and Formal Wear

You will look at design through to construction for evening wear.
- Advanced construction & finishing techniques for eveningwear
- Learn about eveningwear fabrics their suitability for certain styles
- Cutting techniques for difficult fabrics
- Construction techniques with finer fabrics & silks
- Professional finishes

3 x 3 hour session

$225.00

Choose from a list of commerial eveningwear patterns and the suggested fabric and notions to complete the variation of your choice.

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Softies- Cheekie Monkey

For Adults

Learn the basics of soft toy design, pattern making and construction using a range of easy hand stitches. Leave this class with the skill to customize soft toys for present making, treasured mementoes for your children or simply for your own pleasure.

1 x 3 hour session

$95

All materials and equipment provided, but feel free to bring along any special fabrics you might like to use.

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A5 Journal Cover

In this three hour class you can construct an attractive cover for a A5 Journal that will last for years. Personalise it with the fabric of your choice and re-use the pattern to cover anything you want!

1 x 3 hour class

$75 with pattern provided by The Sewing Room

Bring with you: 30cm fabric (recommended cotton, drill, linen), 30cm clear lightweight vinyl/plastic (easy to get at Spotlight), 2m bias binding, matching thread.

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Shoulder Satchel

Be the envy of all your friends with this cool A4 size satchel. Perfect for summer shopping and getting around with all your things in the sun. This smart and practical pattern comes complete with a pockets for your valuables and an adjustable strap.Basic sewing skills are necessary, i.e. completion of Sewing Basics Mod 1.

1 x 3 hour sessions

$75

Bring with you: 50cm x 145cm - 160cm Heavier outer fabric (suggestion: Cotton Drill or Canvas), 50cm x 110cm contrasting fabric (suggestion: Cotton prints), matching thread.

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Retro Floor Cushions

Create your own fashionable floor cushions or cushions for your lounge. In this 2 hour class you will learn to construct a cushion with a zip closure – and if you are a speedy sewer, you might even finish two cushions or more!

1 x 2 hour session

$50.00

Bring with you: 1.5 meters of fabric per cushion– medium to heavy weight cotton, or furnishing fabrics recommended. Matching thread and 60cm invisible zip also required.

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Retro Kitchenware - Apron and potholder to match

Create your own retro apron perfect for covering you up when your baking in the kitchen and a potholder to match to stop you burning your fingies. In this 3 hour class you will learn some simple techniques for basic sewing. Bring along your favourite fabrics, once you’ve made one there’s no stopping you! All sewing equipment is provided by The Sewing Room, but please bring along fabric to make your apron.

1 x 3 hour class

$75

Bring with you: 1.5 meters of fabric per cushion– medium to heavy weight cotton, or furnishing fabrics recommended. Matching thread.

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Fashion Design 1

Designing is a matter of mixing the elements of design in new and exciting ways in order to create a your own fresh look. You will explore the elements of design and how they relate to fashion design (and latest fashion trends) focusing on silhouette and line. This introductory workshop will help you to analyse fashion silhouettes and experiment with line and shape.

1 x 3 hour session

$75

All materials will be supplied.

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Fashion Design 2

Create a fashion design 'story' by exploring the principles of design. A design story is a small interrelated groups of designs - a fundamental skill needed by fashion designers. In this hands-on workshop you will apply forecast design information to develop your designs with a focus on design principles in fashion.

1 x 3 hour session

$75

All materials will be supplied.

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Fashion Design & Colour Theory

Explore the role of colour and texture in fashion design through the visual appeal of textiles. In this hands-on workshop you will produce a unified colour and texture scheme in paper, as a guide for your textile design development. This will then be applied to a fashion design 'story'.This weekend workshop offers a step-by-step process in a fun and relaxed environment, each process is clearly demonstrated by the experienced workshop leader.

1 x 4 hour session

$100

All materials will be supplied.

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Fashion Design Workshop

From Idea to Item

July 12th – 16th 2010

One Week Workshop 10am – 4pm daily Apply your creativity and the latest international trend information to the fashion design process, exploring design and fashion drawing techniques to develop, draw, present and produce your fashion design ideas for a specific design brief.

$480

Items student will need to bring - pencils, pen, sketch pad, rubber, ruler, pins & needles, tape measure, fabric scissors, paper scissors, USB stick.

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Contemporary Fashion Illustration

In this course students are introduced to the fundamentals of fashion drawing, its applications in contemporary fashion and a range of rendering techniques. They explore the proportions and stylised features of the female fashion figure, drawing a range of fashion poses and garment styles.

8 week program

$400

Required Equipment: Set of 6 marker pens, 2B pencil, 0.2 & 0.04 Black Artline Pen, set of 12 Aquarelle colour pencils, rubber, sharpener, A3 bleed proof pad.

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Fashion Illustration Workshop

This weekend workshop offers a fun and relaxed environment where you learn the basics and basis of fashion drawing. You will be provided with fashion templates to get you started on your own designing. You will also learn how to build your own templates. The course aims to provide an understanding of how important illustration is to the garment making process, and is a great start to building your own fashion folio.

1 X 5 hour class - with an hour break for lunch.

$125.00

Bring with you: 2B pencils, sharpener, rubber, A4 art quality paper and you choice of coloured pencils, paints, pastels or charcoal.

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Fashion Illustration 1

This class offers a fun and relaxed environment where you learn the basics and basis of fashion drawing. You will be provided with fashion templates to get you started on your own designing. You will also learn how to build your own templates. The course aims to provide an understanding of how important illustration is to the garment making process, and is a great start to building your own fashion folio.

1 X 2.5 hour class

$65.00

Bring with you: 2B pencils, sharpener, rubber, A4 art quality paper and you choice of coloured pencils, paints, pastels or charcoal.

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Fashion Illustration 2

This class offers a fun and relaxed environment where you learn the basics and basis of fashion drawing. You will be provided with fashion templates to get you started on your own designing. You will also learn how to build your own templates. The course aims to provide an understanding of how important illustration is to the garment making process, and is a great start to building your own fashion folio.

1 X 2.5 hour class

$65.00

Bring with you: 2B pencils, sharpener, rubber, A4 art quality paper and you choice of coloured pencils, paints, pastels or charcoal.

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Colour in Fashion I

Working with colour/colour theory in relation to fashion. We will look at designing with colour and at how forecasting colour works in the global environment. The use of colour in styling and colour that suit an individualise personal conplection.

1 x 3 hour session

$75

All materials will be supplied.

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Introductory Embroidery Stitches and Beading Techniques

This weekend workshop offers a fun and relaxed environment where you learn the basics & explore a range of introductory embroidery stitches and beading techniques as used in haute couture fashion and antique clothing. Traditional stitching methods are applied to basic samples, then latest textile trends provide inspiration for an embellishment design exercise. Resources include garments from The Darnell Collection and contemporary fashion forecast information to demonstrate the potential of the techniques and current uses by designers.

1 X 5 hour class - with an hour break for lunch.

$125.

Sewing equipment and all materials will be supplied.

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Embroidery Stitches and Beading Techniques 2

Build on the techniques you have learnt in Introductory Embroidery Stitiches and beading techniques, we will venture past the basics into more difficult techinques. still will a focus on the latest textile trends provide inspiration for an embellishment design exercise. Resources include garments from The Darnell Collection and contemporary fashion forecast information to demonstrate the potential of the techniques and current uses by designers.

1 x 3 hour session

$85

Sewing equipment and all materials will be supplied.

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Knitting for Beginners & Beyond

(For knitters of all levels)

This class is for everyone with an interest in knitting - beginners picking up their needles for the first time, those having trouble with a project, or anyone who likes to socialise while they knit. Bring along your knitting projects and ask knitting wiz Tim for her handy tips and advice.

1 x 2 hour session

$50

Bring with you: knitting needles, wool & any knitting project that you are working on or would like to get started.

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Millinery I: The Hat & Basic Techniques

This is an introduction into millinery we will examine & explore a range of materials & tools used in hat making. Traditional construction techniques and methods are applied to a basic sample, then latest millinery trends provide inspiration for a millinery exercise. The Darnell Collection and contemporary fashion forecast information will be used to inspirer and demonstrate the potential of the techniques

1 x 5 hour session

$150

Sewing equipment and all materials will be supplied.

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Textile Design I

This is an introduction into textile design we will examine & explore a range of methods from digital design through to fabric application. Looking at meterage, placement & border prints. Contemporary fashion forecast information will be used to inspirer and demonstrate the potential of the techniques. Basic techniques and methods are applied to a basic sample using linocut design / potatoe cut printing on cool organic T-shirts or organic fair trade calio bag.

1 x 3 hour session

$85

Arm yourself with a apron and photograph of your favourite pair of shoes or what ever you may like on your t-shirt, this is loads of fun. Printing equipment and all materials will be supplied. Just tell us what size t-shirt when you book please.

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Textile Design II

Pleating in fashion this workshop is a fun look at designing with pleating and contemporary pleating techniques, we will look at pleating techniques and methods used by such designers as Issey Miyake. Then we will experiment with some of these techniques to create basic samples that canbe later using in a garment or furniture application.

1 x 3 hour session

$75

All materials and equipment provided, but feel free to bring along any special fabrics you might like to pleat to be use in a later garment or furniture project.

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Textile Design III

Surface manipulations in fashion this workshop exploration in appliqué, pintucking & ruching, modern day smocking & shirring etc. We will look at techniques and methods used in current fashion trends and use these to inspirer and demonstrate the potential of the techniques. Arm yourself with a pair of scissors and loads of confidence, You’re going to cut, fold, sew and applique’ your way to a whole new level of everyday chic which canbe applied to a t-shirt or sew into a basic bag.

1 x 3 hour session

$85

Bring with you: Any special fabrics you might like to use, lace placemats or large doilies, bright coloured thread of your choice, pieces of flowery fabric. Just tell us if you would like one of our cool organic T-shirt when you book please.

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Introduction to Camera Techniques.

Discover how to master your digital camera in this course you begin from the basics and work your way through the characteristics of natural light and how to ulilise SLR camera instrumentation to capture and manipulate light. Students are tutored in the functions and operations of their SLR camera to create visual communications through photography. The use of aperture and shutter speed combined with selective focus, lens characteristics and composition to control the image captured. You study how light and the camera's operation interpret and tranlate the scene into a successful image.

5 x 3 hour session

$400

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Beautiful bird brooch / Buttons hair pins 6+

Sew your own beautitful bird brooch to dress up any outfit. Ages 6+

Please note: Parental supervision for children 8 years & under is required.

1 x 2 hour session

$40

All sewing equipment and all materials will be supplied.

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Wise old owl (girls) and monsters (boys) t-shirt 6+

We will appliqué a wise old owl or a monster on a cool organic T-shirt. Using simple techniques for a fantastic effect.We are going to cut, paint, fold, sew and applique’ your way to an in terribly cute new t-shirt. This is loads of fun. Ages 6+

Please note: Parental supervision for children 8 years & under is required.

1 x 2 hour session

$55

Arm yourself with a apron. All sewing equipment and all materials will be supplied. Just tell us what size t-shirt when you book please.

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A5 Journal Cover

In this three hour class you can construct an attractive cover for a A5 Journal that will last for years. Personalise it with the fabric of your choice and re-use the pattern to cover anything you want!

Ages 6+

Please note: Parental supervision for children 8 years & under is required.

1 x 2 hour session

$40

All sewing equipment and all materials will be supplied.

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KIDS CLUB: Softies 6+

This simple and fun project will have you creating your very own soft toy companion. We will provide everything you need to make a weird or whimsical creature of your own imagination.

Ages 6+

Please note: Parental supervision for children 8 years & under is required.

1 x 2 hour session

All sewing equipment and all materials will be supplied.

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Teens Learn to Sew: Basic Sewing Module 1

For those who are completely new to sewing. This class will be led in a simple and easy to follow format. First you will be acquainted with the sewing machine and its features, dials and buttons. You will learn to confidently set up the machine for sewing, how to insert a needle, thread the machine, and wind and load a bobbin. In the second half of the class you will make your own sewing satchel, whilst learning handy construction tips.

1 x 3 hour class (Please bring a snack and drink for a short break during the class).

$60

BYO: 30cm fabric (non-stretch), matching thread and 1 button (max 2cm diameter).

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Teens Sewing Basics Module 2: 2 hour Zips & Buttonholes

Learn to finish your garments with working and professional looking closures. This class will give you the information you need to confidently sew in zippers and buttonholes. You will leave with great pencil case incorporating all these wonderful new techniques. After this class, there’ll be no stopping you!

1 x 3 hour class

$60

All materials supplied by The Sewing Room.

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Teens Chic T-shirt Manipulations

Surface manipulations in fashion this workshop exploration in appliqué, pintucking & ruching, modern day smocking & shirring etc. We will look at techniques and methods used in current fashion trends and use these to inspirer and demonstrate the potential of the techniques. Arm yourself with a pair of scissors and loads of confidence, You’re going to cut, fold, sew and applique’ your way to a whole new level of everyday chic that will be applied to a t-shirt.

1 x 3 hour session

$85

All materials supplied by The Sewing Room. Just tell us if you would like one of our cool organic T-shirt when you book please.

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Refashion a vintage pair of jeans from the op-shop.

We are going to refashion a pair of jeans or garment from the op-shop armed with a pair of scissors and loads of confidence. You’re going to cut, fold, sew and applique’ your way to a whole new level of everyday chic.

1 x 3 hour session

$85

Bring with you: A pair of jean or simple garment from you local op-shop. Sewing equipment and all materials will be supplied.

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Reproduce Your Favourite Garments.

Make patterns from existing garments, how many times have you wished that you could have that same favourite piece of clothing over again? Learn how to make patterns from exiting garments without even pulling them apart. Make simple alterations to the patterns to make them fit even better than the first time. Over 8 weeks we will cover pattern making starting with a simple T- shirt (jersey/knit fabric) through to trousers. This three hour course is dedicated to pattern making with all sewing to done outside the class to test patterns. Therefore this course is designed for experienced sewers.

8 x 3 hour session

$600

You will need to bring to your first class paper scissors, grading ruler, tracing wheel, and a french curve (available for purchase from The Sewing Room), 2B pencils and eraser. Any fabrics you wish to make up into garments.