Holiday Gift Wrapping Workshop
Join us in-store on Thursday Dec. 7 from 7:30-9:00pm for a holiday gift wrapping workshop!
DETAILS:
Workshop lead by Christine Evans
Learn all the tips & tricks to be a gift wrapping pro.
Bring up to 3 gifts that need to be wrapped and we'll make sure you leave with them perfectly wrapped and ready to go under the tree.
20% off your purchase in-store during the workshop.
Complimentary refreshments while you wrap.
Cost: $34.95+hst
*The workshop fee covers all wrapping costs and secures your spot.
Hygge Night
Come join us for a comfy crafty night and make a Reader’s Shalw! This simple pattern is just right for cuddling up on long winter nights and the pockets are a perfect size for snacks, books, yarn, or any craft supplies you might need. All materials are included (chose your fabric from our selection). So, bring a friend and pop in for a cozy creative night. Price is $45+hst.
Sewing Social
A get-together to chat about what we’re all working on - bring along your project, whether you’re half way through or not quite started yet. Open to all skill levels - you don’t need to be a current Sewist student to attend.
Learn Together Sewing Class
This learning together class is fun way to get out of the house in that weird week between Christmas and New Years when you’re not quite sure what to do with yourself. 🪡
Uptown Sparkles at The Sewist
Come check out our new shop at 62 Water Street. Lots of gift ideas, gift wrapping available for a fee (for all of your purchases, not just from us), plus 15% off all of your purchases.
Also enjoy some apple cider and treats while you are here.
For purchases over $100.00 receive one complimentary grift wrapping service (see photo for wrapping paper options).
Intro to Garment Construction
Garment Construction can sometimes feel overwhelming. But here at The Sewist we want to help demystify the complexities of making clothes, so you can feel confident in your skills.
A good place to start is to learn about the process, so in this informational class we will go over:
How to take your measurements properly (go home with a measurement card with your measurements on it)
Discover some of the special tools needed to for garment construction.
Learn industry lingo (i.e., muslin, armscye…)
Learn about ease and why it’s so important. Also, what’s the difference between fitting ease, and design ease?
Learn about some of the techniques you will use.
Participants should wear close fitting clothing that makes it easy to take measurements.
We are all about body positivity, participants of all shapes and sizes are encouraged to attend!