Tuesdays 7-9 pm. January 6, 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10 (6 weeks).
$153 Members /$180 non-members- HST added starting January 1 + $15 materials fee
To learn more about Katharine and her work, please visit:
https://www.buttonfactoryarts.ca/bourgon
Learn how to alter this pyjama pant pattern to fit your unique body measurements! Participants will alter pattern pieces then pin, mark, cut and sew their fabric to create pyjama-style pants. MUST HAVE MACHINE SEWING EXPERIENCE.
Requirements:
All equipment & patterns are supplied
Bring the following measurements in centimeters TO THE FIRST CLASS: Waist, Hips, Outseam (from waist to ankle), Crotch (from back waistband to front waistband)
Fabric will need to be purchased separately by participants AFTER THE FIRST CLASS
Please note: The instructor has a severe allergy to chamomile. It is a common additive to many perfumes and scented products. Please treat this as a scent free class.
Wednesdays, 4:30 - 6 pm. January 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th, February 4th and 11th
Members $76.50 / Non-members $90 (6 weeks) * HST added to price starting January 1, 2025 + $10 material fee
Learn the basics of machine sewing while making fun projects. All materials are supplied and no experience is necessary.
Please note: The instructor for this class has a severe allergy to chamomile. It’s a common additive to many perfumes and scented products. Please treat this as a scent free class.
Wednesdays, 7-9. January 7, 14, 21, 28, February 4, 11 (6 weeks).
Learn the basics of machine-sewing from loading a bobbin to trouble- shooting a jammed machine! Participants will make a customized tote bag and a bonus project (or two) if time allows. No experience is necessary.
Thursdays 1 - 3 pm. January 8, 15, 22, 29, February 5, 12 (6 weeks).
$153 Members /$180 non-members- HST added starting January 1. + $15 materials fee
Tuesday, 7-9. February 17, 24, March 3, 10, 24, 31 (6 weeks).
Wednesdays, 4:30 - 6 pm. February 18th, 25th, March 4th, 11th, 25th, and April 1st * NO CLASS ON MARCH 18TH*
Members $76.50 / Non-members $90 (6 weeks)* HST added started January 1, 2026 + $15 material fee
Use your sewing skills to make fun and functional items. All equipment and materials will be provided.
MUST HAVE MACHINE-SEWING EXPERIENCE.
Wednesdays, 7-9 pm. February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 18, 25, April 1 (7 weeks).
$178.50 Members /$210 non-members- HST added starting January 1.+ $15 materials fee (pattern provided)
Learn how to decipher a commercial sewing pattern. Sizing, cutting, pinning, and marking will be covered in this course. Participants will put their new skills to work to make an apron/work smock. MUST HAVE MACHINE SEWING EXPERIENCE.
Fabric will need to be purchased separately by participants AFTER THE FIRST CLASS. Pattern will be provided.
Thursday, 1-3. February 19, 26, March 5, 12, 26, April 2 (6 weeks).
Saturday, March 28, 1 - 4 pm.
$38.25 members / $45 non-members + $10materials- HST added January 1.
Sew your own patchwork teddy bear! Learn how to turn strips of fabric into colourful patchwork squares and then use them to create a teddy bear. Use up small scraps to stuff your bear so nothing goes to waste. All fabric and equipment are provided. MACHINE-SEWING EXPERIENCE IS NECESSARY
IVISIT the BUTTON FACTORY ARTS HOMEPAGE
LOCATION: 25 Regina Street South
Waterloo ON N2L1R8
SUMMER HOURS:
Tuesday to Friday 10 to 7
Saturday 10 to 5
Closed Sunday
CONTACT US:
519-886-4577
Membership and rentals:
operations@buttonfactoryarts.ca
Program inquiries:
programs@buttonfactoryarts.ca
