Bowe, textiles teacher

Bowe

Bowe

location_on Melbourne

local_activity classes: Sewing and EmbroideryTextiles

5.0 (8)

I’m Erica, a fashion designer who loves ripping up old clothing & re-making them into fabulous new pieces.

I’m inspired by the transformation, of something old into something truly unique & special.

Up-cycling is about breaking the rules, It’s about experimenting, learning to look at things differently, it’s about making the most of the resources we have all around us.

I am professionally trained in fashion design & first began sewing at 3yrs old. Making my own clothes has always helped me feel unique and original and is an empowering form of creativity to teach.

Creating from second-hand clothing is so much easier than people realize, and I love watching people loose themselves in the creative process.

We are surrounded by an abundance of clothing making the up-cycling possibilities endless.

Come and begin your journey with up-cycling, it’s good for the environment and you’ll never look at your old clothing in the same way.






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Reviews

(8)


Rosie Milhem Apr 2024


Thank you so much for this workshop! I left feeling so inspired and excited to start up cycling my own designs - a bit of guidance helped me feel more confident to execute so many ideas. Erica and Tim make you feel so welcome too and the space is lovely to create in!

Teacher's response

Rosie thank-you so much for your gorgeous review. You defiantly have an inner designer in you & I'm excited you'll be able to explore your creativity more.

Lisa Grasso Apr 2024


Great open and bright venue with super approachable instructor Erica (& her lovely team). As a beginner I really thought I’d feel isolated and intimidated but it was the exact opposite. I’ve now found a passion for upcycling which I can’t wait to explore further. I’m so glad I enrolled for this class!

Teacher's response

Loved having you in the class Lisa & so exciting you’ve now learnt some skills to make your visions come to life

Thanks for the beautiful review & hope I can create with you in the future ️

Joanne Joyce Apr 2024


Fabulous day I really enjoyed the creative process and Erica was so inspirational and encouraging.

Teacher's response

So impressed with what you made Joanne… Hope you have a fab birthday, rocking your creation & looking forward to working with you at Open Space

Jess Mills Mar 2024


I really loved this class. Erica was warm and encouraging to everyone, and very compassionate.
There were plenty of materials to work with and the venue was great for the type of class that it was. Would defend recommend and will take other classes with Erica in the future.

Teacher's response

Was so awesome meeting you Jess, thank-you so much for the beautiful review… I’m just putting together an email with my other classes so hopefully get creative with you again soon

Jenna Elizabeth Moffat Mar 2024


I was gifted this class as a birthday present and it was so great. Erica is very knowledgeable, gave some great tips, and showed me how to do some new things. The upcycing element was particularly enjoyable. Felt like I was on Project Runway with all the machines and creative energy.

Teacher's response

Jenna thank-you so much for your beautiful review. Your creation inspired me & was nothing I've ever seen before.

Mariko Francis Feb 2024


Great vibe! It was a good way to be challenged and Erica and Tim weee so encouraging.

Sewing and Upcycling Workshop: Trash to Treasure review by Mariko Francis - Melbourne

Teacher's response

Thank you so much Mariko, It was such a pleasure to have you and your daughter join us and it was so awesome to see the creations you both made.

Mariko Francis Feb 2024


Fabulous energy and a wonderful class vibe. Learned so much -- both Erica and Tim were supportive, encouraging, and inclusive. Definite recommend.

Celine Hosea Feb 2024

9 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Erica was so kind and welcoming! The whole class was excellent. Will be a repeat customer.

Teacher's response

Thank you Celine. The bag you made was amazing, it was such a pleasure going on the creative journey with you. Thank you for joining us


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