Transform fabric into fashion in this hands-on beginner workshop.
Over two engaging 3-hour sessions, you'll learn essential sewing skills for making your own clothes while creating a beautiful, wearable top from start to finish. This isn't just a sewing class – it's your gateway into the world of handmade fashion.
Who Should Attend:
This workshop is designed for beginners who have basic familiarity with a sewing machine (threading, simple straight stitch) and are ready to advance their skills. No previous garment sewing experience required.
Essentially, have you turned your machine on and run some fabric through it but never really made anything yet? Have you attempted to hem some curtains or make basic home decor items? Come join us! You’ll learn everything you need to know at the workshop.
What You'll Learn:
Session 1 - Monday, June 16th from 6:00 to 9:00pm
Setting up your machine for success
Determining your size and how to grade between sizes
Fabric cutting and pattern layout techniques
Multiple seam construction methods (which we’ll practice on provided test squares)
Starting your top
Session 2 - Monday, June 23rd from 6:00 to 9:00pm
Bias tape making and application for professional finishing
Proper pressing techniques for polished results
Basic fit assessment and minor adjustments
Completing your top
What You'll Create:
You'll construct a simple linen (or light weight woven cotton) sleeveless top. A versatile and essential staple for every wardrobe. This light, breezy, and semi-fitted pattern is sure to keep you cool all summer long!
I chose this free pattern due to its timeless design and ability to teach fundamental skills you'll use in many future garment project. (Also, it’s free and accessible to those just starting out.)
The pattern comes in sizes 0/2 to 28/30. (NOTE: If you are outside of this size range and would like to participate, please reach out and we’ll source a pattern unique to you.)
What you’ll take home:
A completed top! yeah!
A new found confidence to try other patterns on your own at home
New skills you'll use in every future sewing project
Connection with fellow makers
What to Bring:
Your sewing machine in good working order + manual (NOTE: We will not have capacity to troubleshoot broken machines during workshop time. Everyone is expected to come with an understanding of how to thread their own machines. Your manual will come in handy if you’re not familiar with adjusting stitch lengths and backstitching etc.)
1.5 metres of medium-weight cotton or linen fabric, pre-washed and dried (NOTE: Pre-washing is an essential step as it eliminates any shrinkage prior to making your top. If you do not wash beforehand, you risk your top no longer fitting correctly after it’s first wear and wash.)
Matching thread
Basic sewing supplies (scissors, pins etc. a detailed supply list will be provided upon registration)
All other tools, equipment and pattern provided by the instructor.
About Your Instructor
Led by Breanne Johnson of Wild Bobbin, Kingston's newest sewing education studio and upcoming garment fabric retailer. Breanne brings years of sewing expertise and a passion for teaching sustainable garment construction in a supportive, encouraging environment.
Limited to 8 participants. Waitlist available.
Questions? Contact Breanne at hello@wildbobbin.com