Overlocker Workshop: Make a Swim Set

Together we will size you up and mix and match one piece or two-piece options!



6 hours Class size 1 to 6 guests    

  $220 (Afterpay & PayPal Pay in 4 available)

Join this overlocker class in Melbourne and learn how to make your own swimsuit from scratch!
In this class, we’ll use a mix of sewing machines and overlockers to get a professional finish – we’ll provide the haberdashery, and you just need to come with your fabric and a copy of the pattern (digital is fine, as long as you can prove your purchase you’re welcome to copy off our hard copies to save you on the printing costs if that’s helpful).
The majority of this project will be completed on the overlocker, so feel free to bring along your own if you are able. We also have some overlockers for you to use if need be, and we will provide sewing machines to finish off when required – no need to bring along two machines!
Please note: An intermediate level of overlocking skills will be required to tackle this project. If you are new to your overlocker, please enrol in our Overlocker Basics workshop.
What you'll get
Your own swim set to take home.
Knowledge required
An intermediate level of overlocking skills is required to tackle this project.
What to bring
  • Dour-way stretch fabric suitable for swimwear (chlorine-resistant Lycras are not a given – make sure you get swimwear-approved Lycra if you want to swim in chlorinated pools)
  • The Cottesloe Swimsuit Pattern by Megan Nielsen.
  • Four spools of cotton to match your fabric (we have some basic colours if you’d prefer to use ours)
  • We have swimwear elastic on hand but if you think you’d like a wide elastic waistband in your swim bottoms, then make sure to bring some along just in case.
  • An overlocker if you own one or use one of ours
Add-ons available for this class
  • Sewing Starter Pack ($60)
  • Deluxe Sewing Kit ($99)
You can add these when you book (optional).
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, birthday or hens party.

This experience would also be a fun gift for her, gift for mum or gift for couples.

Location

School Of Sewing And Upcycling - SOSU, 1/1-3 (First Floor) Whitehall Street, Footscray VIC

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School of Sewing and Upcycling
School of Sewing and Upcycling

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Teaching sewing skills that will last a lifetime. Learn to sew and mend with knowledgable, patient teachers in a friendly, inclusive environment. All ages, genders and abilities welcome!
The School of Sewing & Upcycling began in 2015. We set up in a small shop in Buckley Street, Footscray and began to share our love of sewing with you. In 2019, we shifted to our current home right on the border of Footscray and Yarraville – a big, bright and welcoming space where many people come to hone their sewing skills.
In February 2023, Zoe took over the business from Gaye (who still teaches) and in May 2023 moved into new space in Whitehall Street, Footscray.
At SOSU, we believe that sewing is a wonderful life skill and we want to share it with you. Learning how to alter and mend the things that you have as well as learning the skills to create your own gorgeous garments will help you to be more creative and sustainable. We offer a wide range of full and half-day workshops or ongoing courses that will build, refresh or consolidate your sewing skills. We have a great mix of beginner and skilled sewers of all ages learning at our school. We can also arrange private lessons for those that learn better one-on-one. It’s just you and your teacher so that you can really get into that special project.

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