We've all got that item of clothing that's very important to us, not for sentimental reasons - it just looks so good or feels just right! And the thought of its lifespan coming to an end fills us with horrific dread and makes your stomach turn inside out. But fear no more! This workshop will teach you different techniques on taking patterns from your favourite items of clothing, without even having to unpick the original, meaning you can copy even that favourite pair of jeans ! Bring along 2-3 garments that you would like to take patterns from. 

We will talk about which garments are worth cloning, fabric choices, finding the grain and different methods for copying and altering a fit.

You will also need to invest in a tracing wheel, available from trade me (https://www.trademe.co.nz/crafts/sewing/patterns/other/listing-2931287819.htm?

Course Fee Subsidy

This course is subsided by Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) for NZ citizens and permanent migrant adults, their partners on work visas or visitor visas, and refugees. To qualify, registrants should be over the age of 16 years and not currently enrolled in a secondary school. You must provide evidence of NZ citizenship, residency, or refugee status to our staff for sighting purposes.

For Non- Resident students there will be a surcharge of NZD$20.

Please note: All courses need a minimum number to go ahead. If your course does not have enough enrolments, we regret that we will have to cancel and will let you know either by email or text. Courses are usually cancelled, when necessary, 2-3 working days prior to the scheduled start date.