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Beginner Sewing Class: Level 2

Learn how to create a pattern and sew a skirt with elastic waistband and pockets!

Living Art

5.0 (1)

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3 hours

1 to 6 guests

$160 (Afterpay available)

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Overview

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Teacher

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What you'll do

This is a Level 2 class, a fun, beginner-friendly class for those new on their sewing journey. Here you root and start to gain more confidence as you create your first item for your wardrobe. This class is for those that know how to use their sewing machine. Please take our Level 1 class if you are unsure.

In this class, you will learn:

How to measure yourself
How to draw, measure, and calculate skirt pattern
How to turn your calculations into a paper pattern and add seam allowance
How to lay your pattern onto the fabric and cut
How to assemble and sew your skirt
How to insert pockets (who doesn’t love pockets, right?)
How to sew a waistband
How to insert an elastic to the waistband.

You will make a skirt with an elastic waistband and pockets. By the end of the class, you have created your first outfit – how exciting!

Please note: This class requires at least 3 attendees to run. In the unlikely event that we do not reach this number, we will cancel the class. In this case, we'll inform you and allow you to get a refund or reschedule, so please watch your email/SMS one day prior to the class.

Knowledge required

This is a beginner-friendly Level 2 class. Knowing how to operate your sewing machine is preferred. If you have not used your sewing machine yet, please book our Sewing for Beginners Level 1 course. You will feel so much more confident coming into this class.

What you'll get

Body Measurement Chart
Skirt pattern and assembly instructions
You will take home your beautifully made skirt, ready to wear
New skills to nourish your love for sewing

What to bring

Your sewing machine and sewing tools
Measuring tape

Your fabric:

For a skirt above the knee or one that sits at the knee, your fabric width will need to be 115 to 150 cm fabric. You will need 2.5 metres.

Select sturdy fabrics with a high cotton content to your liking. I recommend 100% cotton-woven apparel fabric or lightweight linen. Cotton lawn fabric is a perfect choice! It is light and airy cotton fabric, almost sheer with a smooth and silky feel, but has a lovely drape for the skirt. Plus, the cotton lawn is easy to work with and easy to care for.

Do not select fabric with lots of stretch (no jersey!).

Do not select too thin, slippery fabric as it will be hard to work with.

I don’t recommend using woven rayon because it’s very stretchable on bias usually and not as stable as necessary for the project.

Avoid thicker fabrics (like quilting cotton) if you don’t want any bulk around your waist.

Avoid stripes, plaids, and one-way prints.

Please pre-wash and iron your fabric before class.

Matching colour sewing thread
2.5 cm elastic - long enough to go around your waist

* Pre-washed Plain Pure Cotton Lawn Fabric, elastic and matching thread is available for purchase. Please select this option at checkout.

Add-on available for this class

Fabric, elastic and matching thread ($60)

You can add this when you book (optional).

Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea or hens party.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum or gift for couples.

Location

Banjup, WA

Exact location is masked for privacy. You'll automatically get the specific address after booking.

Your teacher

Living Art

5.0 (1)

Women-owned

Hello and welcome, I am Niroshni, founder of the Living Art Club.

Living Art was inspired by my personal transformation through creativity. Through sewing my wardrobe, writing poetry, journalling, painting and sketching; my life slowed down and became more meaningful. I had the time to observe my world, connect with nature, increase my self-awareness and reassess my priorities. My artistic creations brought me inner harmony, balance and personal growth. Slowly, I gravitated to homesteading and found peace in my sanctuary. Finally I was able to shift from my 20-year corporate career to the creative lifestyle that I had always longed for.

Now, I help people wanting a similar transformation in their life - a more meaningful, creative, and peaceful life. I help spark creativity through workshops, allowing you to slow down and at the same time learn a fun and meaningful, lifelong skill.

I have been sewing since age 7. In 2009, I completed a Pattern making and sewing course for fashion designers to improve my skills and techniques.

In 2020, I completed my Life Coaching Course with the Beautiful You Coaching Academy. This, together with my corporate skills, love for nature (Environmental Scientist since 2007), creative skills, and passion for spirituality shaped the Living Art Club.

I hope you will join us in our soothing, relaxed, fun social space to learn/practice your craft with like-minded people. We host inspiring classes to help you get present, and connected to the healing power of your creativity.

We are all a tapestry of colourful threads weaving a beautiful story. May you remember your divinity, the inner Creator and be free!

May you be in peace, with love

Niroshni Sataya