Clothing Alterations & Upcycling – Part 1
This Alterations & Upcycling workshop in Edgware will help students learn to get the most out of their old clothes.
What you'll learn
Breathe a new lease of life into your tired, old clothes at this Alterations & Upcycling workshop in Edgware. Designed for those who can already use a sewing machine, this class will teach students how to get the most out of their existing wardrobes.
In this class
Bring along an old item of clothing, and leave with a wardrobe to be proud of! This workshop will teach you the basics of clothing alteration and upcycling, all from the comfort of Luchi & Ota's friendly and welcoming boutique. Here are just some of the techniques you will learn in the two-hour session:
- Covering up and creating new button holes
- Adjusting waist bands
- Unpicking and hemming
- Turning a tear into a design using different patch methods
Please note, alongside your item of clothing, you will also need a fabric marking pencil (available to purchase).
Now you can
- Alter and upcycle all your old clothes using the skills you have learned
- Create unique and personalised items for all your friends and family
- Expand on your skills even further with Luchi & Ota's Clothing Alterations and Upcycling - Part 2!
Keep
Leave with your newly upcycled garment and a set of skills that will last a lifetime.
Did you know?
Upcycling is not just a great way to reuse old clothes; it also benefits the environment. If every person in America recycled just one t-shirt, we would save 210 billion gallons of water!
Class location
Luchi & Ota, Edgware
62 Edgware Way
HA8 8JS
London
About your host, Luchi and Ota
Luchi & Ota’s mantra is simple: sewing is both an art and a hobby, but most importantly, it is a valuable life skill. At this colourful boutique in the heart of Edgware, classes are on offer to equip students with all their sewing needs, from upcycling and alterations to designing their own pyjama bottoms. Luchi & Ota cater to all ages and abilities, and ensure that each client leaves with a renewed love of the craft.
At the heart of Luchi & Ota’s vibrant and friendly shop is a true love for what they do. Whether you’re a practiced sewer looking to expand your knowledge, or a novice with a wardrobe that needs updating, this is the school for you.
Contact host
Flexible cancellation policy
Any class can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase. See cancellation policy.
