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Garment Classes
Welcome to Garment Sewing at Modern Domestic!
We offer project-based garment sewing classes and open format technique-based sewing labs for all skill levels. If you need more personalized instruction, we also host private lessons to assure your sewing dreams come true. Check out our private lessons page to connect with an instructor just right for your project.
Students get PERKS!
- What's ours is yours! You bring the supplies listed; we provide the sewing machines, sergers, & tools needed during your class.
- You have complimentary access to use our Sewing Studio supplies & classroom* for the duration of your class and 30 days after.
- You receive 10% off fabric & notions while you are a student.
Class full? We have a waitlist!
If there's a class you want to take, but it is listed "out of stock" give the Alberta Shop a call - (503) 808-9910 - we are happy to put you on the class waitlist.
Saturdays, December 6th, 13th, & 20th, 5:30pm-8:30pm - Garment Lab: Robes & Pajama Sets
$207.00
Make a cozy winter robe or pajama set just in time for the holiday season! Learn to add cuffs and piping, install a collar, and how to make buttonholes to finish the perfect garment to snuggle in by the fire.
Tuesday, December 30th, 1:30pm-4:30pm - Kids & Teens Sewing: Skirt
$85.00
Make a customize-one-of-a-kind skirt out of your choice of fabric! In class, you'll learn to measure your body, cut your fabric, sew up your side seams, and add in an elastic waistband.
CLASS FULL! Tuesdays, November 18th, Dec. 2nd, & 9th, 5:30pm-8:30pm - Garment Lab: Silky Fabrics 101
$207.00
Learn to make timeless wardrobe essentials just in time for the holiday season using silky, flowy, drapey fabrics! You’ll learn the ins and outs of working with difficult fabrics such as drapey linen, viscose, rayons, charmeuse, georgette, silks...
Sunday, November 9th, 3:30pm-6:30pm - Beginner Serger: Beanie
$69.00
In this simple and fun learn to sew class you'll learn how to sew your own beanie with a serger! The beanie is the perfect accessory for the fall and winter, as well as a quick and easy handmade holiday gift.
Sundays, November 9th, 10am-2pm & 16th, 10am-2:30pm - Advanced Beginner: Self-Drafted Classic Cardigan
$196.00
The focus of this class is working with sweater knits and self-drafting a garment. You’ll gain expert knowledge to work successfully with knits on a sewing machine and serger, and walk away with a classic cardigan to wear for the upcoming cool weather.
Saturdays, November 1st & 8th, 5:30pm-8:30pm - Beginner: Reversible Bucket Hat
$138.00
Rain or shine, you’re sure to be in style! In this class, you’ll be guided through all the steps to sew a reversible bucket hat. Learn all the tips to sew on a curve and add a professional topstitch.
Monday, December 1st, 5pm-8pm - Garment Lab: Visible Mending
$69.00
Do you have a pile of beloved garments with holes, tears, missing buttons, or other small flaws? Learn to use visible mending as a way to repair and redesign by embellishing, illuminating, or adding value.
CLASS IN SESSION! Tuesdays, October 14th, 21st, 28th, & Nov. 11th, 5:30pm-9pm - Garment Lab: Pants, Pants, Jeans!
$322.00
This Lab is for you if you’re wanting to level up your pant skills! In this Lab, you are welcome to work on any type of pant pattern, including JEANS!