Adelaide Sewing Classes
Learn, make and sew together in Magill
Skygarden is a small studio on Magill Road, in Adelaide's eastern suburbs, where you can learn to sew, or come along and sew with others who love it too. Complete beginners, people coming back to it and people halfway through a project all sit at the same table. Some come for a class, some for the company, and most stay for both.
All levels
Wherever you're starting from
First time at a machine or picking it back up after years away, there's a place for you here.
Sew together
Come for the company
Classes are designed for connection. There's time to swap tips and meet other creators. If the social side is what you're after, Sewing Club is an unguided session just for sewing together.
Small groups
Time to ask anything
Most classes have no more than 6 people, so you get real time with your tutor and never feel rushed.
The studio
The space you need to focus on creating
Most of us don't have room at home for an overlocker or a pressing station, so I've set them up in the studio for you to use. If you're tracing off a pattern, the projector is upstairs too.
What to bring
Every class is different
Each class lists what is provided. Some have everything ready for you and some you'll only need a pencil for. For garment classes you'll bring your own fabric, and I'm always happy to help you choose it. If you don't have a machine, you can hire one of ours for $15 a session.
Your teacher
Hi, I'm Claire
I've been sewing my own clothes for over 20 years, and I've taught plenty of people to sew. Watching someone grow in confidence and creativity at the machine is my favourite thing about it.
I've also studied teaching, so I know everyone learns differently. Whether you've never threaded a needle or you're picking it back up after a break, I'll meet you where you're at.
Skygarden started as a sewing weekend with my sports team. Every year more people joined in, and now it's a studio on Magill Road, open all year.
What people say
★★★★★"Claire is a wealth of knowledge and brings a very calm and patient energy to her teaching! I learnt so much from her in the Parker pants workshop and she has now empowered me with the confidence to attempt more pattern making at home."
★★★★★"I booked a Studio+ class this morning and Claire performed some expert alterations that I do not have the experience in seeing, and now I have a great fitting Ashton top to wear with my new Clo Bias Skirt next week."
Find your class
Learn to Sew
For complete beginners
Start with Get Threaded to learn your way around a machine, then move on to Get Sewing to make your first garment. From $135.
Sew and Go
Try something new
Short project classes. Make something small and take it home finished. From $70.
Garment Classes
If you can use a machine
Make a piece of clothing step by step in a small group, from tops and shorts to dresses. From $70.
Sew Beyond
Ready for a challenge
Projects that stretch your skills, like zero-waste cutting and patchwork piecing. From $90.
Studio+
Bring your own project
Sew with expert help on hand. Tuesdays 6:30 to 8:30pm and Thursdays 10am to 1pm. $50 a session.
Sewing Club
For the company
A relaxed social session to sew alongside others. Free, just book your spot.
Questions
Do I need experience for a class?
It depends on the class. Every listing has a "Skill Level" indicator showing what experience it's aimed at, so you can check before you book. We cater for all levels, from complete beginners through to confident sewists.
Can I come on my own?
Absolutely, most people do. Plus you might meet your new sewing bestie.
Do I need my own machine?
No. You can hire one of ours for $15 a session, or bring your own if you'd rather learn on it.
What do I need to bring?
It depends on the class, and each listing says what's provided and what to bring. For most classes you'll need a basic kit: fabric scissors, snips, pins, a marking tool, a seam ripper and a tape measure. You can buy all of these in the shop.
Will I finish my project in class?
For project and garment classes, yes, you'll generally finish the item in the session. Some more complex projects are finish-at-home, and multi-week projects might come with a bit of homework between sessions.
How big are the classes?
Each class takes 4 to 6 people. I set the number by what we're making: a project that needs more table space or more one-on-one help gets a smaller group. Sewing Club takes up to 8.
What if a class is full?
Add yourself to the waitlist. If a spot opens up, we'll be in touch. Plus, we'll know we need more sessions of that class!
Where are you?
1/557 Magill Road, Magill SA 5072, in Adelaide's eastern suburbs. There's parking out the front and the 106 bus stops nearby.
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I am absolutely delighted Claire!
Studio+ student