Sewing: Upcycle, Repair, Create

Course summary

Join our 4-week sewing course and discover how to turn forgotten garments into something beautiful and useful.

Learn how to give old clothing and fabrics a new purpose while helping to reduce textile waste.
This hands-on course explores the benefits of sustainable reuse, including the environmental impact and potential cost savings of upcycling. You will be inspired by creative upcycling projects and learn practical techniques for transforming unwanted textiles into useful and unique items. A key focus of the course is mastering fabric preparation and cutting techniques to maximise the value and reuse potential of old garments.

 

What you will learn

  • understanding the impact of textile waste and its effects on the environment
  • creative and practical ways to reduce textile waste through upcycling
  • how sustainable reuse can help save money and extend the life of fabrics and clothing
  • how to transform old denim into a bag, shirt, dress, hat or pair of pants. The choice is yours!

What you will get

  • fun and inspiring examples of transforming unwanted textiles into useful new items
  • finished items
  • to gain confidence in using your sewing machine

What you need to bring

  • sewing machine *must be in working condition or recently serviced
  • materials – old jeans, doona covers, curtains, shirts, dresses, tablecloth, etc.
  • sewing accessories – scissors, thread, chalk, pins, needles, measuring tape

About the tutor

Clara Viktor is a retired primary and secondary school teacher who brings many years of teaching and sewing experience to her work. She enjoys creating her own garments, sewing casual and formal shirts for her son, and providing alteration services for customers. Quilting is one of her greatest passions, combining creativity with the precision and craftsmanship she values most. Her love of sewing and lifelong commitment to learning make her an enthusiastic and knowledgeable instructor.

Course cost

COST: $140.00

Class availability: 8 PLACES REMAINING

Course dates

Tuesday 10 November
10.00am – 12.00pm (4 sessions)

*Please note this class will be held at the Bradmill Yarraville site located at 355 – 359 Francis Street, Yarraville.

Book this course

To enrol in this course, fill out the form below. Remember to add the details of any other students who are part of your booking.

Please note: This class requires a minimum number of students to go ahead. For this reason, we encourage students to book at least 5 days prior to the course/workshop. In the unlikely event that we don't get enough enrolments, we may need to postpone to a later date or cancel the course/workshop. You will be advised via email or text prior to the class commencing.

8 PLACES AVAILABLE

Enrolment details – Student 1

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Call 9687 1560 during office hours and have your credit card details ready. We accept MasterCard and Visa.

In person

Come to YCC at 59 Francis Street, Yarraville during office hours to enquire or enrol and pay in person.