The Perfect Fit: Alterations & Tailoring for Beginners - Beltsville, MD

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 DMV Wholesale Dept – 6802 Industrial Dr, Unit 104, Beltsville, MD 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.

• Week 1 (April 1–4): NO CLASS
• Tuesday, April 7 @ 6:30 PM: The Absolute Beginner: Intro to Sewing
• Wednesday, April 8 @ 6:30 PM: The Fixer: Tailoring + Alterations 101
• Tuesday, April 14 @ 6:30 PM: The Absolute Beginner: Intro to Sewing
• Wednesday, April 15 @ 6:30 PM: Hemming Techniques 101
• Saturday, April 18:
• • 11:00 AM: The Maker: Hands-on Custom Tote Bag
  • 1:00 PM: The Absolute Beginner: Intro to Sewing
  • 3:00 PM: The Fixer: Tailoring + Alterations 101
• Tuesday, April 21 @ 6:30 PM: The Absolute Beginner: Intro to Sewing
• Wednesday, April 22 @ 6:30 PM: The Maker: Hands-on Custom Tote Bag
• Saturday, April 25:
• • 11:00 AM: Hemming Techniques 101
  • 1:00 PM: The Absolute Beginner: Intro to Sewing
  • 3:00 PM: The Maker: Sew Your Own Custom Skirt
• Tuesday, April 28 @ 6:30 PM: The Absolute Beginner: Intro to Sewing
• Wednesday, April 29 @ 6:30 PM: The Fixer: Tailoring + Alterations 101

• Week 1 (April 1–4): NO CLASS
• Thursday, April 9 @ 6:30 PM: The Absolute Beginner: Intro to Sewing
• Saturday, April 11: 
• •  11:00 AM: The Fixer: Tailoring + Alterations 101
  • 1:00 PM: The Absolute Beginner: Intro to Sewing
• Thursday, April 16 @ 6:30 PM: The Absolute Beginner: Intro to Sewing
• Thursday, April 23 @ 6:30 PM: The Absolute Beginner: Intro to Sewing
• Thursday, April 30 @ 6:30 PM: The Absolute Beginner: Intro to Sewing
• Saturday, May 2: NO CLASS

Location & Accessibility

Location: DMV Wholesale Dept (New Location)

6802 Industrial Dr. unit104, Beltsville, MD 20705

Walk-ins available

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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