We offer a range of advanced courses for the more experienced sewist and are always open to creating new courses to meet the needs of our students. Scroll to read more, or skip to the relevant section.

Drafting & Pattern-Making

No boards, no ready-made patterns. Learn the art of drafting using your own measurements and create a unique pattern.

Requirements

  • Dress-making skills are essential
  • N.B. All tools and paper for this lesson will be provided by the Academy.

Cost

  • R400 for a 2-hour lesson
  • Strictly cash directly to the Academy OR EFT into our designated bank account.
  • No cheques, cheque deposits, cash deposits, etc. accepted due to incurred back charges. All incurred charges in this regard will be for the student’s account.

Modest Swimwear

Learn to design, draft, cut & stitch conservative swimwear in this 3-hour lesson.

Requirements

  • Sewing skills are essential
  • Own materials

Cost

  • R500 per lesson
  • Strictly cash directly to the Academy OR EFT into our designated bank account.
  • No cheques, cheque deposits, cash deposits, etc. accepted due to incurred back charges. All incurred charges in this regard will be for the student’s account.

Module 4 (also known as Sew Your Choice)

The Module 4 course is designed as an add-on for those who have completed Module 1, or who have some experience with garment design and construction. It may be taken as an 8-lesson course, or lessons may be booked individually for specific designs. Book this course to create key pieces for a trousseau or wardrobe, or book one or more individual lessons for assistance in creating your formal wear for an upcoming occasion.

Pre-requisite

Module 1 (Beginner Level) or experience in dressmaking

Duration

  • Once or twice weekly = 4 or 8 weeks to completion
  • 8 lessons @ 3 hours each = 24 hours
  • Individual lessons offered upon request

 Cost

  • R3850 (2022) for the 8-lesson course or R500 per lesson if you are not booking the complete course
  • 50% deposit required to secure you place with remainder to be paid on or before the 3rd lesson (course only)
  • Strictly cash directly to the Academy OR EFT into our designated bank account.
  • No cheques, cheque deposits, cash deposits, etc. accepted due to incurred back charges. All incurred charges in this regard will be for the student’s account.

 Limitations

  • Regret, our courses cater for ladies only
  • Sewing skills are essential for this course.

 Interested in this course?

  • Contact us now to set up an appointment to chat or tap the WhatsApp icon at the bottom of your screen to enquire.

Machine Skills Refresher

How do I thread my overlocker?

  • Have you bought a new machine which has some features you are unfamiliar with?
  • Do you need to learn how to use or thread your overlocker?

Then this the one is for you!  Book a private workshop to learn how to make the most of your machine.

Requirements

  • Basic sewing skills are essential.
  • N.B.  This is not a class to learn to sew!

Cost

  • R200 per hour
  • Strictly cash directly to the Academy OR EFT into our designated bank account.
  • No cheques, cheque deposits, cash deposits, etc. accepted due to incurred back charges. All incurred charges in this regard will be for the student’s account.

Lingerie

Jazz up your underwear drawer with a few new designs in this two-hour class.

Requirements

  • Sewing skills are essential
  • Own materials

Cost

  • R350 per lesson or R1250 for 4 lessons
  • Strictly cash directly to the Academy OR EFT into our designated bank account.
  • No cheques, cheque deposits, cash deposits, etc. accepted due to incurred back charges. All incurred charges in this regard will be for the student’s account.

Linen

Create designer bedding and home linen in this 2-hour lesson. Book a course and create more items for less.

Requirements

  • Sewing skills are essential
  • Own materials

Cost

  • R350 per lesson or 4 lessons for R1250.
  • Strictly cash directly to the Academy OR EFT into our designated bank account.
  • No cheques, cheque deposits, cash deposits, etc. accepted due to incurred back charges. All incurred charges in this regard will be for the student’s account.