Beginner Sewing & Upcycling Workshop in Berlin

Learn how to use the sewing machine while altering your own clothes in this beginner-friendly personalized workshop.
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3h30
English
4 - 8 people
Berlin

What to expect

  • Turn old clothes into new styles
  • Beginner-friendly sewing intro
  • No sewing experience needed

About this class

This Beginner Sewing Workshop in Berlin is a hands-on, 3.5-hour introduction to sewing and creative upcycling, designed for people with no sewing experience. Change the way you see the cloth…

What you’ll do in the class

The workshop runs in four parts:

  • Design brainstorming: Everyone shows what they brought, and you choose the best idea together.
  • Prepare the project: Learn how to measure, mark, cut and pin your project.
  • Learn the machine: Use your own sewing machine and learn how to thread it and sew with it.
  • Sew your project: Finish your garment and take home practical skills for future projects.

The studio and teacher:

Josefina Studio is run by a Uruguayan fashion designer who creates workshops and experiences around fashion and upcycling. The studio shows the potential of pre-owned materials and encourages you to express your creativity and style. The workshop is taught by Lucy, costume designer Lulaloop, who has decades of experience in upcycling.

What is included in the class?

  • Professional guidance on sewing, design and garment making

What to bring to the class

Bring clothes to crop, tailor or combine. Avoid lined garments and very thick fabrics.

You'll get an email after booking with instructions and a mood board.

Who is the class suitable for?

For total beginners who want to give sewing a try while altering their own clothes.

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We're passionate about fashion, fun, and hands-on learning. Our workshops offer a relaxed vibe, customised attention, and a chance to connect with your creative side. Discover a new way to express yourself through fashion with personalised guide while learning practical skills.

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