WORKSHOPS & SHORT COURSES

 

Short on time but big on sewing aspiration? We offer a wide range 6-12 hour workshops on specialised sewing and fashion topics. Learn a new skill, brush up on your techniques, or sample our studio and learning environment before committing to a longer course.

 
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21 & 28 June 2026

FASHION DRAWING (MANUAL)

A two day Manual Fashion Drawing Workshop. Graphite pencils, water based coloured pencils and markers are covered in the course (cost includes a drawing kit).

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6, 13 & 20 November, 2025

BEADING & SEQUINS

Learn Beading & Sequins techniques to embellish your garments or soft furnishings.

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23 & 30 November 2025

START YOUR OWN LABEL

Learn the skills that will make or break your label including business management, marketing, outsourcing & product specification.

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7 December 2025

TAME YOUR OVERLOCKER

Most sewers use only a fraction of their overlocker’s potential. It’s time to take charge and make your investment work harder!

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1 & 8 March 2026

ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR

Two day Adobe Illustrator Fashion Drawing Workshop. Learn how to use this program to create Tech Packs.

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8 & 15 February 2026

FABRIC & TEXTILES WORKSHOP

Learn about fibre characteristics (including the hand or drape), colour schemes, the effect of weave, prints, fabric finishes and more.

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LEARN TO SEW

This course is especially designed for complete beginners who want to learn to sew. Available as a weekend Workshop or as a short evening course of four weeks.

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MAKE YOUR OWN HAT

Create a bespoke hat to suit the shape of your face and body and then create designer trims to finish your unique creation.

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PERSONAL STYLING WORKSHOP

Author and stylist Dijanna Mulhearn will show you how to choose clothes and accessories that work for your shape and style.

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FASHION MARKETING

For a successful career in fashion, you’ll need to apply your creativity to the business side of your label and embrace digital marketing.

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MAKE A SARI BLOUSE

Make a lined, princess style sari blouse with short sleeves. A pattern, tailored to your dress and cup size is included in this class.

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KIDS SEWING WORKSHOP

School holiday fun for creative kids. Designed to teach children basic hand sewing stitches by creating a racoon or fox softie.

 
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