easy
3 hours
No special fitness required, just a willingness to learn and try new techniques.
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.
From 13 yrs old • 3 h • Develop and sew your own T-shirt from scratch!
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)
• 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
• 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
• Coffee & tea are not included, but there is a possibility to order this in our coffee corner during the class
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
Wear clothing you don't mind getting fabric or thread on.
Get settled and prepared before the class starts.
Inquire if there are additional materials or patterns you can try afterward.
Take your time with each step for the best results.
De Steek has been a community hub for textiles and crafts since its establishment in 2010.
The studio emphasizes eco-friendly practices, from organic fabrics to sustainable dyeing methods, supporting local ecological initiatives.
Wear clothes you don't mind getting fabric or thread on, and that allow free movement.
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Having your own quality scissors can help with details and trimming.
Take notes on techniques or patterns for future projects.
Stay hydrated during your creative session.