Two-week Sewing, Upcycling and Repair Course

Learn how to upcycle your own clothes in this two-week sewing course in Edinburgh city centre.



2 x 2 hours

Class size 1 to 5 (public classes), 3 to 6
  £56 (PayPal Pay in 3 available)

Ready to tackle that pile of clothes that aren't quite right or need a repair? Whether you want to fix a garment, alter a skirt, or transform a dress into a top or cover up a stain, we will teach you the skills to bring new life to your wardrobe.
Each course will depend on what you and others in the group bring to upcycle! This class is a friendly, relaxed environment in which you'll learn how to repair or upcycle not only your own garments but pick up hints and tricks from what others are working on too.
You'll gain essential sewing knowledge and practical tips to build your confidence in transforming old garments into new!
*Please note: This venue is accessed by stairs and has no lift.*
What you'll get
All of the materials and tools you need to upcycle or repair your garments.
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Knowledge required
Suitable for complete beginners and those returning to sewing who need a refresher.
If you've never used a sewing machine before or would like a refresher, please add the option to arrive 30 minutes earlier for an introduction to using the machines!
What to bring
Ideas & tips on what to bring:
  • Garments with stains or holes
  • Garments with ripped seams
  • Garments that you want to change the fit of
  • Garments that you want to change the shape of
  • Any other garments that need to be repaired/changed for you to get better use out of them!
Add-on available for this class
  • Sewing machine induction (+30 mins before class) (£5)
You can add this when you book (optional).
Session repeats

This class series runs over 2 consecutive sessions, which are 1 week apart.

Location

Out Of The Blue Abbeymount Studios, 2 Easter Road, Edinburgh

The Studio is well serviced by lots of bus routes: 1, 4, 5, 19, 26, 34, 35, 44, 45, 113, 124, X5, X6, X7. A small car park is available. Abbeymount is an old Victorian building and the studio is accessed by stairs.

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Studio Nine Edinburgh (Jen Byrne & Friends)
Studio Nine Edinburgh (Jen Byrne & Friends)

5.0 (153)
female Women-owned

Studio Nine is Edinburgh's home for sewing, pattern, and creative workshops, right in the city center located in Abbeymount Studios in Abbeyhill!
Join the founder Jen along with a host of talented resident and guest teachers for everything from sewing to upcycling & alterations, garment making, creating your own pattern blocks, pattern hacking & much more! Our purpose-built workshop is bright, spacious, and fully equipped to support you in your sewing project from start to finish.
About Jen:
I am a sustainable fashion designer having studied in Ireland before coming to Scotland to do a Master's in Sustainable & Ethical Fashion. My work uses exclusively vintage and reclaimed materials in a bid to showcase the beauty of reuse. I really enjoy teaching people and sharing in the joy of creating, upcycling, and making unique pieces.
Join me and our other wonderful teachers in a group session or 1:1 to learn sewing, upcycling, pattern drafting, and more!
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