The Perfect Fit: Alterations & Tailoring Class for Beginners

Tailoring + Alterations – Fit, Refined, and Intentional

Ever find the perfect piece at a thrift store or online, only to have the waist be too big or the hem too long? Don't let a bad fit keep a good garment in the back of your closet.

Join us at O Street Studios for a hands-on workshop designed to give you the skills—and the confidence—to tailor your own clothes. This isn't just a repair class; it’s about mastering the "art of the fit."

What You’ll Learn:

• The Anatomy of Fit: How to pin and mark your clothes for a professional look.
• The Magic of Tucks & Darts: Learn how to take in waists and refine silhouettes.
• Professional Finishing: How to make your alterations look like they came from a high-end tailor.
• Tool Kit Essentials: The "must-have" items for your home tailoring station.

What to Bring: Please bring 1 or 2 garments from your own closet that need a little love (pants with a gap in the waist, a shirt that's too boxy, or a skirt that needs tapering). We will use these as your practice pieces!

More Class Details

Tailoring + Alterations 101

Duration: 90 minutes

Price: $80 per seat | All machines and materials needed are provided/included

Dates: Wednesday Nights @ 6:30 PM: March 4, 11 Saturday @ 3:00 PM: March 28

Skill level: Absolute beginners & up

Ideal for: People new to sewing or looking to restart confidently

Breathing New Life Into Your Wardrobe
You’ll learn how to assess garments for repair or redesign, understanding which fixes will make the biggest difference.
Essential Mending Techniques
We’ll cover hand-sewing fundamentals like hemming, repairing seams, fixing holes, reattaching straps, and tightening loose stitches.
Basic Alteration Skills
You’ll learn how to take in, let out, crop, or adjust fits on tops, pants, and skirts using simple, approachable methods.
Using the Sewing Machine for Repairs
We’ll show you how to reinforce seams, resew hems, and make clean alterations using the machine for a professional finish.
Creative Upcycling Ideas
You’ll explore beginner-friendly ways to transform old clothing—turning dated or damaged pieces into something you’ll actually wear.

Style is better with friends! Grab a "Squad Bundle" for a group of 4 or 6 and save up to 15% on your booking.

The group classes listed below are offered throughout March 2026. Space is limited to ensure personalized instruction—so please reserve early.

• Tuesday, March 3 @ 6:30 PM: The Absolute Beginner: Intro to Sewing
• Wednesday, March 4 @ 6:30 PM: The Fixer: Tailoring + Alterations 101
• Saturday, March 7 @ 11:00 AM: Hemming Techniques 101
• Saturday, March 7 @ 1:00 PM: The Absolute Beginner: Intro to Sewing
• Saturday, March 7 @ 3:00 PM: The Maker: Sew Your Own Custom Skirt
• Tuesday, March 10 @ 6:30 PM: The Absolute Beginner: Intro to Sewing
• Wednesday, March 11 @ 6:30 PM: The Fixer: Tailoring + Alterations 101
• Tuesday, March 17: NO CLASS
• Wednesday, March 18: NO CLASS
• Tuesday, March 24 @ 6:30 PM: The Absolute Beginner: Intro to Sewing
• Wednesday, March 25 @ 6:30 PM: The Maker: Sew Your Own Custom Tote Bag
• Saturday, March 28 @ 11:00 AM: Hemming Techniques 101
• Saturday, March 28 @ 1:00 PM: The Absolute Beginner: Intro to Sewing
• Saturday, March 28 @ 3:00 PM: The Fixer: Tailoring + Alterations 101
• Tuesday, March 31 @ 6:30 PM: The Absolute Beginner: Intro to Sewing

• Sunday, March 1 @ 2:00 PM: FREE Community Sewing Workshop (March Kickoff)
• Thursday, March 5 @ 6:30 PM: The Absolute Beginner: Intro to Sewing
• Thursday, March 12 @ 6:30 PM: The Absolute Beginner: Intro to Sewing
• Saturday, March 14 @ 11:00 AM: The Fixer: Tailoring + Alterations 101
• Saturday, March 14 @ 1:00 PM: The Absolute Beginner: Intro to Sewing
• Thursday, March 19: NO CLASS
• Thursday, March 26 @ 6:30 PM: The Absolute Beginner: Intro to Sewing

Location & Accessibility

O Street Studios

52 O Street NW, 3rd Floor, Washington, DC 20001

• Located in the heart of Washington, DC
• Easily accessible by Metro: Take the Red Line to Noma-Gallaudet Station, walk down M Street, turn right on North Capitol, then left on O Street NW (approx. 10 minutes on foot)
• Elevator available for anyone with accessibility needs—please email in advance so we can coordinate third-floor access
• Nearby parking is limited to street parking and garage options around Union Market in N.E.
• Located in room 301A on the 3rd floor towards the back of the building

Contact Info

For accessibility coordination, private lessons, or general questions:

📧 [email protected]

📅 Book one-on-one sessions or house calls via Calendly: https://calendly.com/sabat

I offer house calls (I’ll bring my sewing machine to you) or can meet you at a local library. Just book a time, and I’ll follow up to confirm what you want to learn and where.

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