Essential Wardrobe Sewing series
At Make It & Take It, you don’t just learn theory — you build real skills and Leave with something you made yourself
Learn to sew the clothes you actually want to wear
Confidence starts with your very first stitch.
Confidence starts with
your very first stitch
The Essential Wardrobe Sewing Series is designed for sewists who already understand the basics and want to start building a handmade wardrobe.
The course is designed with 8 modules, with each teaching different set of skills and garments. Each Module/Style is taught over two weeks, giving you enough time to learn the techniques properly and complete your project with confidence.
Each module introduces new sewing skills, has variations in options to choose from, based on your skill level you want to achieve, so you can gradually progress from beginner-friendly garments to more advanced pieces.
The program runs in a 16-week rotating cycle, meaning you can:
Join the course at any point, to fit your schedule or style you want to make.
Choose a style that fits into your skill level with the ability to learn new skills every time.
Take home a custom fit pattern for each module that you remake at home anytime.
By the end of the series, you will have sewn 8-10 versatile garments that can be mixed and matched to create 20+ mix and match outfit combinations.
Therefore gradually complete the full wardrobe series.
Each garment introduces new sewing techniques and construction skills.
What Makes This Course Unique:
Learn real garment construction skills
Build a coordinated wardrobe
Improve your sewing precision and technique
Gain confidence with patterns and fitting
Work on garments you will actually wear
Course Breakdown
Our Essential Wardrobe Series runs on a continuous 16 week rotation — so you can join at any module
Each module is just 2 weeks — build your wardrobe step-by-step.
YOU choose the fabric design that YOU like and we build your wardrobe around that.
Module 1 — Elasticated Pant Next dates: 1 -11 July
Relaxed everyday pant with a comfortable waistband.
Module 2 — Tunic Style Top/Dress Next dates: 15- 25 July
Easy-fitting top/dress perfect to match your personality and style.
Module 3 — Pajamas/Loungewear Set Next dates: 5-15 August
Raglan or dropped shoulder sweater and cozy elasticated lounge pants.
This module introduces sewing with soft knit fabrics.
Module 4 — A-Line / Circle / Panel Skirt Next dates: 19-29 August
A classic wardrobe staple that teaches drape panel construction.
Module 5 — Fly Front Structured Pant Next dates: 2-12 September
A tailored pant that introduces fly construction and waistband techniques.
Module 6 — Blazer / Easy Jacket Next dates: 16-26 September
A stylish layering piece that teaches garment shaping.
Module 7 — Button Through Shirt / Wrap Top Next dates: 7-12 October
Classic blouse construction including collars, buttons, or wrap styling.
Module 8 — Knit Top(s) &/or Leggings Next dates: 21-31 October
Versatile everyday basics or fashionable tops that strengthen your confidence sewing with knits.
*Module 2 - Examples of aspirational options to choose from that's beginner to intermediate friendly. Customised design style welcome to be discussed with Alcora
The Results
By the end of the Essential Wardrobe Series you will have created:
✔ 8-10 handmade garments
✔ A cohesive capsule wardrobe
✔ 20+ mix-and-match outfit combinations
✔ The confidence to sew your own clothes
21 + outfit combination image for illustration purposes but it depends on which items gets chosen by yourself to make. Book for all 8 modules and get a wardrobe plan and fabric selection buying experience from your sewing mentor Alcora herself. (Trust me, you would want this!)
What you get:
Access to Essential Wardrobe Modules you selected
Practical sewing skills across multiple projects with new skills each week
Comprehensive technique development from beginner to confident garment maker
Studio support and guidance throughout
Tea, coffee, and refreshments
Customisable design based on your skill level beginner to advanced
Including pattern made exclusively to your fit you and your design
Payment option benefits:
* Pay for 4 modules and get greater skill progression between projects and additional studio time.
*Pay for all 8 modules and get personalised wardrobe plan with focussed development, personalised fabric selection buying experience, extended skills and additional studio time.*(most popular)
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