Give your old clothes new life! Run a sewing machine, read a commercial pattern, and make a unique pair of patchwork pants with upcycled clothing. Students bring 5 pieces of old clothing or blankets (hoodies, pyjama pants, fleece, etc.) to transform into a pair of comfy pants. Learn how to patchwork and insert an elastic […]
Date:October 18th, 2025 - October 19th, 2025
Time:12:30 pm
Fee:$125.00
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Embroider iron-on or sew-on decorative patches! Students will learn various techniques in basic hand embroidery or use a sewing machine for appliqué techniques and free motion embroidery. Use an existing image, design your own, or upcycle an image or motif from an old garment, to make a decorative patch! Basic sewing experience, including simple hand […]
Date:October 26th, 2025 - October 26th, 2025
Time:1:00 pm
Fee:$75.00
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Learn to use a sewing machine and read a commercial pattern while making a hoodie (pull-over sweater with a hood). Students will learn buttonholes, top stitching, colour matching, how to sew channels, and threading a string. Sewing machines are available onsite. Students interested in learning on their own machine may bring it and store onsite […]
Date:October 28th, 2025 - December 9th, 2025
Time:6:30 pm
Fee:$185.00
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Repair and alter your own clothes with a sewing machine under the supervision of an experienced sewist in the Textile Studio. Sewing machines are available onsite. Students interested in learning on their own machine may bring it and store onsite between classes. Students must bring their own clothing to alter. All other materials are provided.
Date:November 1st, 2025 - November 2nd, 2025
Time:12:30 pm
Fee:$125.00
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Discover vintage hand stitches for beauty and structure, learn various dye techniques to transform thrifted materials into vibrant artworks, and push the boundaries of traditional textiles by creating experimental three-dimensional artworks! In this dynamic textile art class, participants will explore fabric dyeing, needle felting, hand sewing, soft sculpture, and embroidery. No prior experience is necessary, […]
Date:November 3rd, 2025 - December 8th, 2025
Time:6:30 pm
Fee:$185.00
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Creatively repair your own clothing with beautiful hand-stitching techniques. This hands-on class will teach you basic embroidery and mending techniques as well as explore sashiko, a traditional Japanese form of stitching. Bring your well-loved garments and give them new life with personalized, durable repairs. Perfect for beginners and anyone looking to make their wardrobe more […]
Date:November 6th, 2025 - December 4th, 2025
Time:6:30 pm
Fee:$125.00
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The Casa Program Guide is produced three times a year; Winter, Spring/Summer and Fall. Inside the guide find listings for the upcoming class and workshop schedule, upcoming exhibitions at The Gallery, information about artists in residence and seasonal events in the building. Program guides are free. Pick-up guides at Casa or at facilities throughout the city.