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Indoor Craft & Sewing at De Steek in Amsterdam West - Amsterdam

Indoor Craft & Sewing at De Steek in Amsterdam West

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

3 hours

Fitness Level

No special fitness required, just a willingness to learn and try new techniques.

Overview

Discover the art of sewing at De Steek in Amsterdam West, where you'll craft your own organic T-shirt. Perfect for beginners, this workshop combines skill-building with eco-friendly fashion in a welcoming environment.

Amsterdam, Noord-Holland

Sewing Lesson: T-shirt (Amsterdam West)

From 13 yrs old • 3 h • Develop and sew your own T-shirt from scratch!

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About This Adventure

Join a 3-hour sewing lesson at our Sewing Café, where you'll create your own T-shirt using organic materials. Learn essential techniques on the serger and sewing machine, guided by professional fashion designers. Perfect for beginners or those looking to refresh their skills, you'll leave with a finished product and newfound confidence.

Duration: 3h

Follow 3 hours of lessons in our Sewing Café and you can choose the materials in our store to develop your own T-shirt.

You can choose between different organic materials in your class. With this lesson you will use our Picot T-shirt Pattern or Stem T-shirt Pattern from De Steek collection.

This lesson is a nice way to learn the basics on the serger (creating the seams) and to learn to work with stretchy materials on the sewing machine (finishings).

What do you learn in this lesson?

• Introduction in cutting stretchy fabric & working with a sewing pattern • Introduction in working on the serger • How to create a basic seam with stretchy materials • How to finish a basic hem with stretch & creating finish the neckline (with our without collar)

Highlights

• Learn the basics on the serger & working with stretch on the sewing machine • Learn the basics of fabric (cutting) & working with stretchy fabric • Go home with 1 finished product • Choose the lesson date/time flexibly • Professional guidance of fashion designers from our community provided

Includes

• 3 hour lesson in our Sewing Cafe on the day/time of your wishes. • Professional guidance by a fashion designer. • Use of tools and machines during class. • Water & cookies. • Organic materials (fabric) included for a T-shirt • Instruction booklet of the T-shirt

Excludes

• Coffee & tea are not included, but there is a possibility to order this in our coffee corner during the class

Important to Know

Language: Dutch & English

It is possible to join this course as a complete beginner or if you have a little bit experience and want to freshen up your skills

Sizes: XS - XXL

Adventure Tips

Bring comfy clothing

Wear clothing you don't mind getting fabric or thread on.

Arrive early

Get settled and prepared before the class starts.

Ask about materials

Inquire if there are additional materials or patterns you can try afterward.

Practice patience

Take your time with each step for the best results.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • City pigeons, small urban wildlife

History

De Steek has been a community hub for textiles and crafts since its establishment in 2010.

Conservation

The studio emphasizes eco-friendly practices, from organic fabrics to sustainable dyeing methods, supporting local ecological initiatives.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Comfortable clothing

Essential

Wear clothes you don't mind getting fabric or thread on, and that allow free movement.

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Sewing scissors

Having your own quality scissors can help with details and trimming.

Notebook & pen

Take notes on techniques or patterns for future projects.

Reusable water bottle

Stay hydrated during your creative session.