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Garment Construction 101

The foundations of making clothes—done properly.

Garment Construction 101 is an immersive, skill-building course that walks you through the full garment-making process—from design and pattern drafting to construction and fitting.

Over nine weeks, students design, create patterns, and complete three custom garments (a bodice, pants, and a skirt) while building the technical foundation needed to confidently create their own wardrobe or pursue work in fashion, alterations, or slow fashion.

Course Details

Cost: $1347.83 + HST

Duration: 9 weeks

Start Date: February 2nd, 2026

Class Size: Maximum of 8 students

Schedule:
Monday–Thursday, 9:00 am–12:00 pm
Studio access available Fridays for independent work

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Ready to get serious about making your own wardrobe, or possibly starting a slow fashion brand? ✂️👗 Garment Construction 101 is community college equivalent course that will walk you through the full garment-making process, from design to pattern drafting & fit. You’ll leave with three finished patterns turned into garments (a top, a bottom, and a skirt), and have the tools to feel confident in this trade. Perfect for those looking to get into the slow fashion industry whether as a side gig, or main hustle. Classes begin February 2nd, and run M-Th 9am-12pm for 9 weeks. Additional details at TheSewist.ca #SaintjohnNB #Uptownsj #Sewinglessons

Our Pattern Drafting classes are back in an updated 7-week course format! ✂️ Designed for sewists with experience who want to deepen their understanding of fit, drafting, and pattern manipulation. ⁠ Thursdays · Feb 5–March 26 Small group · Tools & materials provided Learn more + register via the link in bio. #saintjohnnb #Uptownsj #SaintjohnNB #Sewinglessons

Somehow, every 👏🏼 single 👏🏼 time 👏🏼. #Sewinglessons #Uptownsj #Sewingclasses #SaintjohnNB

Turns out happiness has a foot pedal. A good time to finally try sewing. ✨🧵 #Sewinglessons #Uptownsj #SaintjohnNB

🪡 A new year is a great time to learn something new. Here’s a preview of the sewing classes, camps, and programs coming up for kids and adults. 📍 Learn more or Register at TheSewist.ca 📅 Next Crash Course is on January 10th, Don't miss out! #uptownsj #Sewingclasses #saintjohnnb #kidssewinglessons

Using the same Mrs. Cat pattern again, just to see how different she could turn out 🐱✨ a little creative twist and a very festive result 🎄🪡 #uptownsj #Fabricstore #saintjohnnb

Working on @corinnefeltkits 's Mrs. Cat kit this afternoon 🐱✨ tiny stitches, tiny face, and the kind of handmade thing that’s perfect for Christmas 🎄🪡 #uptownsj #Fabricstore #saintjohnnb

Here's a recap of our staff Christmas party 🎄✨ which for us meant snacks, sweaters, and everyone quietly working on their own project 🧶🪡 #Fabricstore #uptownsj #saintjohnnb

Registration for our March Break camps will go live on Dec 27th, and boy do we have a fun line up! Here's what we have in store: Pet Party (full day) - Whether you're team cat or team dog make some fun toys and accessories for your pet. A special furry guest will be joining us to get in on the fun too. Somewhere Sunny (full day) - Didn't get to go to the Dominican for March Break? No worries, we'll turn up the heat while we make a cute tank top and shorts for when it really is warm and sunny. Mini World (full day) - Dive into the world of miniatures where you will make your own cute friend plus lots of accessories for all their adventures Patchwork-shop (half day) - Create a fun thrift flip by adding hand made patches to a jacket, pants, or whatever you want to bring in.

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The foundations of making clothes—done properly.

Garment Construction 101 is an immersive, skill-building course that walks you through the full garment-making process—from design and pattern drafting to construction and fitting.

Over nine weeks, students design, create patterns, and complete three custom garments (a bodice, pants, and a skirt) while building the technical foundation needed to confidently create their own wardrobe or pursue work in fashion, alterations, or slow fashion.

Cost: $1347.83 + HST

Duration: 9 weeks

Start Date: February 2nd, 2026

Class Size: Maximum of 8 students

Schedule:Monday–Thursday, 9:00 am–12:00 pmStudio access available Fridays for independent work

Stay in the loop! Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see what goes on at The Sewist.

Schedule:
Monday–Thursday, 9:00 am–12:00 pm
Studio access available Fridays for independent work