{"product_id":"upcycle-alter-your-wardrobe","title":"Upcycle \u0026 Alter Your Wardrobe","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"182\" data-end=\"233\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"182\" data-end=\"233\"\u003eTurn “I’ll wear it one day” into “I love this!”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"235\" data-end=\"438\"\u003eWe all have those pieces… the dress that’s nearly perfect, the trousers that are a little too long, the top that just doesn’t sit quite right. Instead of letting them hang unworn, why not transform them?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"440\" data-end=\"707\"\u003eIf you’re comfortable using a sewing machine and can sew a straight seam, this hands-on one-day workshop will give you the confidence and practical skills to alter, repair and upcycle your own clothes — saving money and giving your wardrobe a whole new lease of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"962\"\u003eSpend the day working on your own garments with expert guidance, learning techniques you’ll use again and again. By the end of the workshop, you won’t just have altered clothing — you’ll have the skills to tackle future projects at home with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"969\" data-end=\"990\"\u003eWhat You’ll Learn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"992\" data-end=\"1035\"\u003eDepending on what you bring, you may cover:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1071\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1071\"\u003eShortening or lengthening hems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1126\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1074\" data-end=\"1126\"\u003eTaking in or letting out seams for the perfect fit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1127\" data-end=\"1173\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1173\"\u003eAdding darts to shape garments beautifully\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1174\" data-end=\"1228\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1228\"\u003eSimple redesign techniques to refresh tired pieces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003eProfessional tips to improve the finish of your work\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1292\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003eWhy Join?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1537\"\u003eSave money by altering instead of replacing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1537\"\u003eReduce waste and shop more sustainably\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1537\"\u003eBuild confidence with your sewing machine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1537\"\u003eEnjoy a creative, supportive atmosphere \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1537\"\u003eWalk away with clothes you’re excited to wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1544\" data-end=\"1573\"\u003eA Creative Day at The Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1575\" data-end=\"1863\"\u003eThe workshop takes place at \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe Box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003ePlymouth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e — a bright, inspiring venue right in the heart of the city. With The Make Shop just opposite and the café on site, everything you need for a relaxed and creative day is right there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"1887\"\u003eWhat To Bring\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1889\" data-end=\"2082\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1889\" data-end=\"1967\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1891\" data-end=\"1967\"\u003eA sewing machine (let us know at booking if you’d like to use one of ours)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1968\" data-end=\"2017\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1970\" data-end=\"2017\"\u003eA basic sewing kit (we have spares if needed)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2018\" data-end=\"2062\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2020\" data-end=\"2062\"\u003eTwo or more garments you’d love to alter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2063\" data-end=\"2082\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2065\" data-end=\"2082\"\u003eMatching thread\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2084\" data-end=\"2274\"\u003ePlease avoid bringing very expensive or highly complex garments — this is about building confidence with achievable alterations. You’re welcome to bring items already pinned and ready to go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2281\" data-end=\"2290\"\u003eLevel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2292\" data-end=\"2439\"\u003eThis workshop is not suitable for complete beginners. You’ll need to know how to thread your machine, wind a bobbin and sew using a seam allowance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2446\" data-end=\"2529\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2446\" data-end=\"2456\"\u003eTutor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lisa Roberts\u003cbr data-start=\"2469\" data-end=\"2472\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2472\" data-end=\"2485\"\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 hours (including a 30-minute lunch break)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2531\" data-end=\"2655\"\u003eReady to stop saving clothes “for best” and start wearing them?\u003cbr data-start=\"2594\" data-end=\"2597\"\u003eJoin us and rediscover what’s already in your wardrobe\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Make Fabric Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Sun 10th May 10.15 - 4.15pm","offer_id":40264087601250,"sku":"WS100509","price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Please contact us for more info","offer_id":52553809035648,"sku":"WS100519","price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0591\/0521\/products\/fullsizeoutput_38d2.jpg?v=1677247124","url":"https:\/\/www.makefabricboutique.co.uk\/products\/upcycle-alter-your-wardrobe","provider":"Make Fabric Boutique","version":"1.0","type":"link"}