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ClassBento money-back guarantee
Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
That's why we provide a money-back guarantee*: If you're unsatisfied with this experience, just leave it at least 20 minutes before it ends, and tell us (the ClassBento team) the reason for your dissatisfaction within 4 hours of that time, and we'll provide you with a refund.
* We may choose to limit our refund per customer at $1000. In some rare cases, we may also require you to show us your photo ID before we process the refund.
How can we help?
Q: Do I need to know how to sew?
It helps if you are familiar with how a sewing machine works, but only at a basic level—you do not need to be an experienced sewer to do this course at all!
Q: what do I need to bring?
You can bring your sewing machine but we have them here if you don't. Some pins, fabric snips or scissors.
Q: Are the teachers qualified?
Yes, they are industry sample machinists who understand your journey and will over patient and supportive guidance.
Q: how many people are in the class?
Maximum of 9, we keepo class sizes small.
Q: What's the cancellation policy?
A: Free to cancel or reschedule up until 10 days before the class
Q: How long does the class run for, and what's the price?
A: 5 hours, $260 per guest
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Welcome to Studio
Arrive at the North Melbourne studio to a workspace already set up with sewing machines, all your sewing work pre-cut, comprehensive handouts, and pre-made samplers to reference. Plus, one of the industry's best sample machinists will be here to patiently walk you through the day.
Fabric Grains
We'll give you comprehensive handouts in basic textiles and the best way to sew them, we love to talk about fabric and sewing so we encourage queswtuions all day.
Using the Machine
Our handouts will also cover things like, machine tension, correct needle choices and much more. Bring your maschine if you need help threading or want some insight into how to better use yours. If not, use our domestics and low speed industrials.
Seam Types & Sewing Terms
Learn the skills to create a varied amount of seams such as-
- french
- straight stitch and overlocked
- capped and many more
Mitred Corner, Squared Corner, Side Split (Bagged Out @ Hem)
You will receive supported guidance and pre cut cloth for these technical masterpieces.
- the mitred corner
- squared inset corners
- perfectly bagged out splits
Waist Dart, French Cut Dart & Full Length Bodice Dart
Darts are so important to get the fit right. If you sew them incorrectly they can ruin the garments. We take you through not just how to sew them but the essential pressing as well.
Gathering
This is one of the best things to learn, the secrets of the perfect gathered cloth! What different fabrics do and how to make sure it sews well!
Pleats
Pressing and sewing pleats, agais, dome right and you get the best result, doine wrong, awful!
We have precut samplers ready to press and sew. Made a mistake? not to worry, that's all part of the learning!
1 / 2 Princess Seam Bodice
Sewing these hard curves so they fit well over the body can be a challenge, which piece faces up? What's the best way to press it? We reveal the in industry tricks to making these seams look like couture!
- Flawless Seams: Master French, capped, and sleek topstitched seams.
- Perfect Darts: Learn precision techniques and pressing secrets for bodices, skirts, and pants.
- Pro-Level Curves: Tailor flawless princess lines using industry clipping and notching secrets.
- Sharp Inset Corners: Pivot like a pro for perfectly squared corners every single time.
- Mitred Corners: Achieve high-end, beautiful finishes on garment hems and splits.
- Fluffy, Even Gathering: Learn how to gather fabric evenly and attach it cleanly to flat seams.
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Upcoming dates for Beginners Sewing Class
Times are Melbourne time. Dates and prices as of 3 Oct 2026, 5:43pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.
3 upcoming dates between 21 Nov 2026 and 30 Jan 2027.
- Sat 21 Nov 2026, 10am-3pm
- Sat 28 Nov 2026, 10am-3pm
- Sat 30 Jan 2027, 10am-3pm
What you'll get
We provide everything you need to succeed—just show up ready to create!- Pre-Cut Fabric Samplers: Skip the tedious prep work; your fabric is cut and ready to sew the moment you arrive.
- Pro-Level Reference Models: Finished visual samples will be on hand so you always know exactly what you are aiming for.
- Step-by-Step Booklet: A comprehensive, fully illustrated diagram guide to take home for your future projects.
- Top-Tier Machinery: Full access to professional industrial sewing machines and domestic overlockers.
- Treats: Complimentary tea, coffee, and bikkies to keep your energy up.
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Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly
What to bring
Don't worry if you don't own equipment yet. You can keep it simple:- Your Sewing Machine (Optional): Love your home setup? Bring it along! Otherwise, use one of ours for free.
- Your Basic Kit: Bring your favourite tape measure, pins, and sewing snips if you have them.
FAQ
Do I need to know how to sew?
It helps if you are familiar with how a sewing machine works, but only at a basic level—you do not need to be an experienced sewer to do this course at all!
what do I need to bring?
You can bring your sewing machine but we have them here if you don't.
Some pins, fabric snips or scissors.
Are the teachers qualified?
Yes, they are industry sample machinists who understand your journey and will over patient and supportive guidance.
how many people are in the class?
Maximum of 9, we keepo class sizes small.
Your teacher
The Pattern Making Class was founded by Glen Rollason and Scott Bowring, who together bring more than 55 years of experience across fashion design, pattern making and garment production.Scott has spent over 30 years working with Australian and international fashion brands including Sussan, Myer, Brooksfield and Cameo the Label, while managing large-scale production in China. Glen is an RMIT Fashion Design graduate and lectured there for 21 years across undergraduate and Masters programs. Early in his career he worked in the pattern room at Chanel, later winning Melbourne Fashion Festival's Young Designer of the Year for his labels ROLLASON and RUDEBOY.Together they run RB Patterns, Melbourne's leading freelance design and technical consulting studio. Their clients include Country Road, Camilla & Marc, Wrangler, Portmans, Perri Cutten and A.Emery, as well as organisations including Emirates, ACMI and the National Gallery of Australia.The Pattern Making Class was created to give aspiring makers access to practical, industry-current skills without committing to a full fashion degree. Every class is taught using the same methods Glen and Scott apply daily in professional practice, helping students build confidence through real-world techniques that are relevant, accurate and immediately useful.
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