Take the next step in your sewing journey by learning the fundamentals of sewing with stretch fabrics. This beginner-friendly lesson is designed for dance parents, dancers, aspiring costume makers and individuals who are already comfortable using a sewing machine and are ready to explore the techniques used to create dancewear and stretch garments. In this 2-hour lesson, you'll learn how to confidently sew with stretch fabrics, understand the tools and techniques required, and gain the skills needed to achieve professional-looking results. Class Duration: 2 hours Prerequisites This is a beginner class and assumes you have a basic understanding of how to use a sewing machine. Before attending, you should be able to: Identify basic parts of a sewing machine Independently thread a sewing machine Sew basic straight seams using a sewing machine No previous experience sewing with stretch fabrics is required Please note, this class is not designed to teach you how to set up, familiarise yourself with or navigate a sewing machine. Instead, it focuses on introducing the techniques required to confidently sew with stretch fabrics. If you've never used a sewing machine before, or would like to build confidence with the basics, we recommend completing our Essential Basics: Introduction to Your Sewing Machine lesson before booking this class. Meet Your Teacher This class is led by Deanne Cessario - Founder & Head Creative of Tutu Palazzo. Deanne holds a Bachelor of Education, a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment and has over 20 years of teaching experience. With extensive experience creating luxury dancewear and stage costumes, Deanne brings professional industry knowledge into every lesson. Her passion is helping students understand the techniques behind beautifully finished garments while building confidence in their own creative abilities. What You'll Learn This 2-hour private lesson will introduce you to the fundamentals of sewing, including: Working with lycra / stretch fabrics Properties of stretch fabric Best fabrics for dance and why Using different threads and finishes including Straight stitch with stretch thread Zig zag stitch with regular thread Overcasting edges Building confidence using stretch fabrics independently What's Included 2hr private lesson with Deanne Cessario Sewing Machine hire Fabric and thread for practice All required equipment Individualised tuition and support Take-home summary notes What You'll Leave With By the end of this class, you will have a strong understanding of sewing fundamentals and the confidence to continue your sewing journey. You will understand how to use your sewing machine, apply essential techniques and feel ready to begin creating your own projects. You will also be ready for our Intermediate Classes (including Tutu School)! Is This Class Right For Me? This class is perfect for you if you: Have basic sewing machine knowledge and want to expand your skills Want to learn how to sew with stretch fabrics for the first time! Want to understand the basics of dance costume construction Wish to become a dance costume maker but are unsure of where to start! Why Learn with Tutu Palazzo? Learn from a professional costume atelier specialising in luxury dancewear and stage costumes. With years of experience creating beautiful garments for dancers, Tutu Palazzo brings real industry knowledge into every class.
