Improvers 5 Week Sewing Course

So, you’ve completed the beginners course, You’ve made your tote, your pouch, your apron—and now you want more.

This course is your next step: no overwhelming garments, no endless samples—just polished, useful things you’ll actually use.

This course is fully project based - learn through making…no samples!

We’ll take what you learned in Beginners and sharpen it: introducing darts, cleaner zips, proper pockets, curved seams, waistbands. Every week ends with something finished—no half-done projects.

By the end? You’ll walk away with five pieces you love, plus the know-how to fix clothes from your wardrobe.

As a bonus this course ends with an alteration clinic in week 5. Practical and fun. After all mending our wardrobe is a necessity.

Who it’s for:

Anyone who’s finished Beginners (or equivalent). Comfortable with straight seams, cutting fabric, and simple bags—but ready for fit, finish, and function. Confidence in setting up a sewing machine is essential.

What you’ll make:

Week 1: Padded pouch, clutch, wallet, or wristlet (plus a quick mini-project to warm up).

Week 2: Your choice of bag—gym bag, crossbody, structured tote, backpack, or foldaway shopper.

Week 3: Skirt, shorts, or pants (elastic or button waistband) OR piped zip cushion.

Week 4: Sleeveless top with facing OR workshop/reversible apron.

Week 5: Alterations clinic—bring 1–2 garments from home; we fix them together.

Key skills you’ll nail:

~ Precision darts & fit

~ Pockets (patch, zipped, in-seam)

~ Clean zips & buttonholes

~ Curved seams & facings

~ Elastic casings & waistbands

~ Piping & understitching

~ Overlocker (seam finishes and hems

~ Real-life alterations (hems, seams, darts, waistbands, necklines)

Men’s options:

Want it rugged? We’ll swap fabrics—canvas, denim, khaki—and add loops, carabiners, or tool pockets. Same skills, different vibe.

Details:

5 weeks, 2.5 hours each

Materials provided as usual, however, we recommend bringing your own for the main projects

Homework: light (pressing, cutting if you like)

Bring your own machine (or use ours)

Course will run on the same day and time each week for duration

Cancellations are not possible. Resheduling allowed until 5 days prior to start.

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Host or Publisher Charmingo Sews