Outdoor Adventures in Amsterdam West | Sewing at De Steek
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness required, but patience and attention to detail help.
Overview
Discover a unique indoor adventure in Amsterdam West with a hands-on sewing workshop at De Steek. Perfect for craft lovers and fashion enthusiasts alike, this class blends creativity and skill—plus, it's an inspiring break from city touring.
Sewing Lesson: (Flared) Legging (Amsterdam West)
From 13 yrs old • 3 h • Sewing experience with stretchy materials and overlock machine
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About This Adventure
Join a 3-hour sewing lesson at our Sewing Café and master the art of working with stretchy materials! Guided by professional fashion designers, you'll learn to cut fabric, use an overlock machine, and create your own flared leggings. Perfect for beginners or those looking to refresh their skills!
Duration: 3h
Do you want to get sewing experience with stretchy materials and working with the overlock machine? Then this is a great lesson for you! You will follow a 3 hours of sewing lesson in our Sewing Café and you get all organic materials to develop your own (flared) legging.
This lesson is a good starter if it is the first time working with stretchy materials. You can for example learn to work with the overlock machine (serger). This lesson takes place in our Sewing Cafe and is taught by one of the fashion designers that work at De Steek.
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 waist band with stretch (including elastic) • How to finish a basic hem with stretch
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 and elastic) included for a (flared) legging
- Instruction booklet of the legging
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 - XL
Adventure Tips
Bring comfortable clothing
Wear clothes you don’t mind getting fabric or thread on, as sewing can get messy.
Arrive early
Getting to De Steek a little early ensures you have time to settle in and start the workshop relaxed.
Have patience
Working with stretchy fabric and machines requires focus—take your time to perfect your stitches.
Ask questions
The instructors are friendly and knowledgeable—don't hesitate to seek advice or clarification.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- City pigeons
- Urban foxes occasionally seen at dusk
History
De Steek has operated in Amsterdam West for over a decade, promoting sustainable fashion and hands-on crafts in the city.
Conservation
The workshop emphasizes eco-friendly practices, encouraging participants to select sustainable fabrics and reduce waste.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable clothing
Wear clothes suitable for crafting that you don't mind fabric or thread on.
Sewing kit (if provided)
Some workshops may provide tools, but bringing your own can be helpful.
Notebook and pen
Useful for jotting down tips and techniques to remember.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated during your creative session.