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​​Jaqkodí Sustainability Series

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​Alteration Masterclass 6.5 hours · Jaqkodí

​Join our In House Junior Designer and Workshop Facilitator Jasmine Dawes for a full-day hands-on masterclass in garment alterations. A practical, empowering session designed to help you care for, repair, and transform the clothes you already own.

​Whether you're a complete beginner or have dabbled with a needle and thread, this workshop takes you through everything from threading a sewing machine to inserting a zip. Over the course of the day, you'll build real, transferable skills across five core areas:

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​We'll start with a thorough introduction to tools and equipment before moving through hemming, taking in excess fabric for a better fit, and waist adjustments, including elastic waistbands and simple darts. After a short break, the afternoon covers repairs and fixes (buttons, holes, and decorative patches), a deep dive into fastenings, and finally, dedicated time to apply everything you've learned to a garment of your own.

​You'll leave with the confidence to alter, repair, and restyle your wardrobe.

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​What to bring: Please come with two garments: a plain t-shirt (for practice) and one item from your wardrobe that you'd like to alter. Avoid anything too thick or structured such as jeans or leather, as these are tricky to work with on a standard machine & universal needle but learnings will be provided.

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​What's covered:

• ​Tools & machine setup

• ​Hemming

• ​Taking in seams

• ​Waist adjustments

• ​Buttons & repairs

• ​Zips & fastenings

• ​Personal garment alteration

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​Suitable for:

​All levels welcome Duration: 6.5 hours (including a break)

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​Getting Here

​Jaqkodí Studio is approximately a 10-minute walk from Langdon Park DLR station and a 15-minute walk from both Bromley-by-Bow Underground station and East India DLR station

​Sound like your kind of evening? Grab your spot before they go as sessions will fill up fast.

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​Booking policy:

​Please note: Tickets are non-refundable but transferable to same-priced workshops if requested 7 days prior to the start time.