Beginners Garment Construction

If you are interested in learning to sew clothes but don't know where to start this is the course for you. You will learn how to use a machine and basic sewing techniques while making a sample/toile (practice garment).

This course can be done as a 5 week course or a 2/3 day intensive to fit with your schedule.

You don't need to have any equipment or a machine.  If you do have a machine and you want to learn how to use it you are welcome to bring it along.

On this course you will learn how to:

  • Thread a machine
  • Fill a bobbin
  • Use different functions of the machine
  • Use a pattern
  • Mark and cut fabric
  • Sew and finish seams
  • Insert a Zip
  • Sew Darts
  • Attach a facing