6-Day Class | 6-Week Program | Total: 16–17 Hours

This course take a place on the same day each week.

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Perfect For

• Absolute beginners with no sewing experience
• Anyone who has always wanted to learn how to sew
• Creative adults who enjoy hands-on learning
• Anyone interested in making their own accessories and garments

This hands-on sewing program is designed to guide beginners step-by-step through the fundamentals of sewing while creating beautiful and practical projects. Over six weeks, students will learn essential techniques and gain confidence using a sewing machine.

Each class introduces new skills while completing a finished project. By the end of the program, students will have created several accessories and their own cozy bathrobe.

Total program time is approximately 16–17 hours (one class per week, 2.5–3 hours per class).

 

What You’ll Learn

• Safe and confident sewing machine operation
• Basic stitching, cutting, pinning, and pressing techniques
• Working with elastic, straps, drawstrings, and zippers
• Basic pattern understanding for beginner garments
• Practical sewing skills through guided weekly projects

 

Weekly Projects & Schedule

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Week 1 — 2.5–3 hours
Meet Your Machine & Coaster
Learn the basics of sewing machine operation, threading, and stitch control while creating your first fun project — colorful coasters.

Week 2 — 2.5–3 hours
Tote Bag
Practice straight seams and fabric handling while sewing a functional tote bag.

Week 3 — 2.5–3 hours
Zipper Makeup Bag
Learn how to install a zipper and sew a lined cosmetic bag with a clean, professional finish.

Week 4 — 3 hours
Bathrobe Project or Part 1 
Introduction to beginner garment construction. Learn basic pattern layout, fabric cutting, and assemble the main structure of your robe.

Week 5 — 2.5–3 hours
Bathrobe Project Part 2
Complete your bathrobe by adding finishing details, hems, and final touches.

Week 6 — 3 hours
 

Learn simple, beginner-friendly clothing repairs and alterations, such as:

• hemming jeans or pants

• replacing a simple zipper in a skirt or pants

• repairing an open seam or small hole

• replacing or reattaching buttons

Please bring a maximum of 2 clothing items.

Items must be made from non-stretch woven fabric and suitable for simple beginner-level alterations.

Please do not bring: bridal or formal gowns, lined or structured garments, jackets or coats, stretchy/knit garments, major resizing projects, or complex alterations.

The instructor will determine which alteration is suitable to complete during class time.

 

What to Bring

Students will need to bring the fabrics and a spool of matching threads for the bathrobe .The recommended fabrics type and required amount will be discussed at the very first or second class , it may very depending on the student size and desired length.  

What’s Included

Sewing machines, tools, patterns, and all basic sewing notions required for the projects.

This program is designed to build confidence, creativity, and practical sewing skills — one stitch at a time.

Spots are limited — early registration is recommended.

 

Photo & Video Consent

La Couture Sewing School may take photos and videos during classes for educational and promotional purposes. By registering for our programs, students agree that their participation may appear in these materials, which may be used on our website, social media accounts, and marketing platforms.

If you prefer not to appear in photos or videos, please inform us before your class.