Flared Legging Sewing Class at De Steek, Amsterdam
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal physical effort required; seating and manual dexterity needed.
Overview
At De Steek’s Sewing Café in Amsterdam’s De Pijp, learn to master stretchy fabric and the overlock machine in a 3-hour flared legging sewing class led by fashion designer Andrea van der Kuil. Walk away with a custom garment and fresh skills.
Sewing Lesson: (Flared) Legging (De Pijp)
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 fashion designer Andrea van der Kuil, 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 fashion designer Andrea van der Kuil.
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 by fashion designer Andrea from our community provided
Includes
• 3 hour lesson in our Sewing Cafe on the day/time of your wishes. • Professional guidance by fashion designer Andrea • Use of tools and machines during class. • Water & cookies. • Organic materials (fabric and elastic) included for a (flared) legging (in black, ocher yellow or dark green) • Instruction booklet of the legging
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
This class takes place in our studio in Amsterdam De Pijp: Eerste Jacob van Campenstraat 40 in Amsterdam.
Please note that for the remainder of February classes will be in our East location at Christiaan de Wetstraat 114 in Amsterdam.
Classes in our new location in De Pijp will only take place from 01 March.
Adventure Tips
Book in Advance
Classes have limited spots and fill quickly, so reserve your seat ahead to ensure availability.
Arrive Prepared
Bring comfortable clothing and a positive mindset to engage fully with hands-on machine sewing.
Wear Close-Toed Shoes
Closed shoes protect your feet in a studio environment with foot pedals and sharp tools.
Flexible Scheduling
De Steek offers multiple class times, so pick one that fits your travel or daily plans for ease.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Mute swans gliding in the nearby canals
- Urban birds like great tits and sparrows around De Pijp
History
De Pijp developed rapidly in the late 19th century as a working-class district and is now a creative hub reflecting Amsterdam’s evolving urban culture.
Conservation
De Steek emphasizes sustainable fashion practices by using organic fabrics and encouraging slower, mindful consumption through handmade clothing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Comfortable Clothes
Wear something you can sit comfortably in and move around easily while sewing.
Notebook & Pen
Helpful for taking notes on sewing techniques and tips during the class.
Close-Toed Shoes
Protect your feet in the sewing studio environment with proper footwear.
Water Bottle
Stay hydrated during the class; water is provided but bringing your own is convenient.