The Garment Sewing Essentials Virtual Workshop

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Understand the why and how behind the technique. You can sew and have completed projects, but reading a pattern and truly understanding what you're doing are different things. This workshop bridges that gap, teaching you the foundational techniques behind every garment you'll ever make—not just what to do, but why it works.

Over three sessions, you'll work through the core methods that appear in every garment: pressing, seam finishing, managing bulk at corners and curves, stabilizing fabric, and sewing darts and shaped seams. You'll sew fabric samples that become a personal reference workbook you'll return to for every future project.

What You'll Learn

  • Pressing: How to press, why seams are pressed in different directions, and how to use pressing tools to build shape into your garment
  • Finishing seams: Basic finishes that improve garment longevity
  • Seam allowance management: Trimming, grading, clipping, and notching so seams lie flat and corners turn cleanly
  • Fabric control: Topstitching, edgestitching, understitching, easing, and gathering to hold seams and control fullness
  • Strength and stability: Staystitching, seam stabilizers, and interfacing—when and how to use them
  • Garment shaping: Single and contoured darts, accurate markings, and shaped seams that build fit

3 sessions · 6 hours total · live on Zoom

Class Schedule

Eastern time (EST)

  • Session 1: Thursday, Oct 15 - 6:30-8:30 pm
  • Session 2: Thursday, Oct 22 - 6:30-8:30 pm
  • Session 3: Thursday, Oct 29 - 6:30-8:30 pm

  • 6 hours total class time

What to Prepare Before Class

    Before the first session, you'll receive an introduction guide and video walking you through exactly how to prepare for the class. This includes cutting your muslin samples in advance so you're ready to sew along from the very first class.

    Your Registration Includes

  • PDF workbook (print before class)
  • PDF sample pattern with preparation instructions
  • Introduction guide and video (class prep)
  • "Your Sewing Toolkit" and "Getting to Know Your Sewing Machine" PDFs
  • Recordings of each session (available for 30 days)

    Class Supplies

    You'll need to provide all materials, supplies, and tools.

    Fabric & Materials
  • 1.25 yards of muslin or plain weave fabric like broadcloth (plus scrap for practice)
  • 0.25 yards of lightweight to medium weight fusible interfacing
  • Polyester thread (contrasting colour recommended; black works well)
  • 10" twill tape or selvage edge

    Machine & Equipment

  • Sewing machine
  • Iron and ironing surface

  • Hand Tools

  • Fabric scissors
  • Paper scissors
  • Scotch tape
  • Pins
  • Seam ripper
  • Measuring tape
  • Pencil or fabric marker
  • Point turner
  • Tailor's ham (optional but not essential. You can follow this tutorial to make your own)
  • Stapler or glue stick

Who This Class Is For

This workshop is for sewers who've completed at least one or two projects but want to understand the foundations—not just follow instructions. It's ideal if you're seeking a confident foundation in garment construction, unsatisfied with your results but unsure why, or largely self-taught and feel you've missed core fundamentals.

Virtual Class Details

My Camera Setup

  • Overhead close-up view of my work surface
  • Dedicated camera on my sewing machine
  • Face-to-face camera for demos and conversation

What you'll need:

  • A computer, tablet, or smartphone with reliable internet. A larger screen is recommended for best visibility. Download the latest version of Zoom here.
  • If you already have Zoom installed, please make sure you're running the latest version before class begins, as outdated versions can cause connection issues or unexpected update prompts once class has started.

If you fall behind

Each session is recorded and available for 30 days. You can review recordings to catch up or rewatch techniques.

Your Zoom link and password will be emailed the day before each session. Please double-check your email address when registering.


Class Policies & Cancellations

Please review our full class policy here before registering.