This eight week course dives into the craft of creation. It builds upon the sewing and repair techniques covered in Semester One. You will explore the basics of construction and pattern making processes while designing and making (start to finish) your own tote bags, wallets and other attachments. Leaning into the 'Upcycle' part, we cover more than just sewing and dive into textile natural dying (turmeric, avocado etc). Then capping the semester off with a custom Into Carry Sidebag to show off all of your new upcycling skills.
WHO IT'S FOR: Semester Two learnings are those who are comfortable with the fundamentals for sewing. If you can thread a sewing machine and patch holes in garments but you want to explore creating your own tote bags and small carry items, this semester is for you :)
LEARNINGS: Over the eight weeks you learn the following skills:
- Sewing and seam finishes
- Designing and stitching pockets
- Decorative hand-stitching and patchwork
- 3D Textile Construction & Design
- How to Design, Cut and Manufacture a 3D Product (Tote Bag & Wallet)
- Natural Textile Dying (turmeric, avocado, other fun examples)
- Embellishments (craft and styling)
THE COURSE: Consists of a two hour class each week for eight weeks. Each class covers a different skillset so you can tackle your own projects at home.
- The semester runs every Wednesday evening from 17th May - 5th July
- Class runs 6pm-8pm
- 8 Weeks of 2 hour classes
- Prior sewing skills are essential (Intro Class, Semester Oneor your word will suffice)
- Each student will have their own sewing machine to practice on
- Intermediate sewing skills covered. Sewing 3D pieces (tote bags, wallets, pockets), natural dying and more.
- Each student will design and craft their own tote bag, wallet attachment and Min Sidebag.
THE NUMBERS: Included in the $580 ticket is eight weeks of classes, valued at $100 per class and the three Into Carry bags valued at $220 RRP, totalling the retail value of $820.
All leftover textiles and offcuts are externally recycled with UPPAREL.
