Basics of Sewing, Mending, and Alterations (Summer)

This class covers basic hand sewing and garment construction (and deconstruction) techniques through a combination of lecture, demonstration and hands-on activities. By the end of the session, students will learn basic hand sewing techniques for mending, alterations and garment customization. These skills help extend the life of favorite garments, alter them to fit better, or customize/repurpose items according to your own design. We begin with hand sewing and will conclude with machine sewing in the final weeks of class. Machines will be provided, but students are welcome to bring their own working machine to learn on.

No class 7/7/2023

Materials List:
Sewing shears (or new, sharp scissors)
Your own garments
Fabric

Provided materials:
Embroidery needles
Zippers
Thread
Thimbles
Measuring tape

Basics of Hand Sewing, Mending and Alterations: Weekend Workshop (Summer)

In this 2-day weekend workshop you will review basic hand sewing and garment construction (and deconstruction) techniques through a combination of lecture, demonstrations, hands-on activities and a field trip to local thrift stores nearby. By the end of this class students will learn basic hand sewing techniques for mending, alterations and garment customization. These skills will help you extend the life of your favorite garments, alter them to fit better, or customize/repurpose items according to your own design.

Materials: 
Students’ own garments (Instructor will bring a few sample items to share)
1 pair of cotton pants or shorts with pockets
1 cotton shirt (woven or denim, not knit/t-shirt)
Fabric or patches (optional)