Saturday 7th June
10.30am-4pm
Cost £40
Sample materials included and/or bring your own!

During this one day masterclass Bernie will be sharing the skill of upcycling, and teaching you how to bring new life into old clothes. By doing this, we can help reduce textile waste to create a more sustainable and circular fashion culture, and gain skills to upcycle other clothes at home.

You will be covering functions of the sewing machine i.e. buttonholes and recycling techniques. You will learn about seams, customising, hemming, creating pockets, finishing techniques, darts and more. This unique opportunity for beginners and more advance sewers gives you the opportunity to refresh your wardrobe for the summer season.

The plan is to make a summer outfit like a pair of shorts and top from old shirts and Bernies stash of remnants and off cuts; plus she will have patterns available to help you along the way.

The is a relaxed class so you will be able to work at your own pace and ability and is suitable for everyone.

All materials are provided but you are welcome to bring one or two unwanted items that you are happy to upcycle.