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Shirt Upcycling Workshop - Windsor



Join Designs by Sav to transform a top into a piece of wearable art!

Transform an old or outdated top into a trendy, personalized piece in this hands-on 3-hour workshop led by Designs by Sav. Learn sustainable fashion practices while giving new life to forgotten pieces from your closet. This intensive session combines practical techniques with creative design to help you reimagine your wardrobe.

What you'll learn:

Master essential upcycling techniques for transforming tops including garment assessment, creative embellishment methods, and design reconstruction. Learn to add patches, incorporate decorative elements, adjust styling details, and combine different materials to create fresh, contemporary looks. Discover how to work with various fabric types while developing an eye for transformation potential.

Please bring along three items to work on in this class that fall into any of these categories. You may not work on all three garments in this course.

What to Bring

Required: 3 shirts you'd like to potentially transform (we'll help you choose the best candidate for upcycling)


Tools are NOT provided for this class, if you don't have your own you can purchase a beginner supplies kit with all the tools required for this course in our Beginner Sewing Kit. 

Tools needed:

  • Universal Machine Needles
  • Scissors
  • Pins
  • Clips (optional but recommended)
  • Marking Tool (Chalk/Washout Marker) that will show up on your fabric
  • Seam Gauge
  • Measuring Tape
  • Seam Ripper
  • Hand Sewing Needles

Sewing machines are provided for this class.

CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY

ALL COURSE FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE. Please make sure that you are certain of your availability prior to registering/processing payment. If your schedule changes and you notify us by email at least 7 days in advance, we offer you a credit to be used towards a future class. If we need to cancel a class for any reason, your class fee will be fully refunded in this case only.


Skill Level: Beginner
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This class cannot be purchased online. Please contact the store for more information.