SEWING WORKSHOP: LEARNING ALTERATIONS
SPECIAL EVENTS
Fundraising
All proceeds will support Jamii's free arts programs!
SEWING WORKSHOP: LEARNING ALTERATIONS
May 11
Thank you to everyone who signed up for the 3-Day program on Sundays, April 6, April 13, April 27 and our 1 - Day Intensive on May 4th. As result of the high demand, we have added another day!
Learn to Tailor Your Own Clothes!
Ever wished your clothes fit just right? Join our hands-on Machine Sewing Alterations Workshop Using a sewing machine, you'll learn practical techniques to tailor and repair your clothes with confidence. and learn how to make your wardrobe work for you!
🪡 What You’ll Learn:
Shorten or fix hemlines on dresses, skirts, pants, and jeans
Adjust clothing fit by taking in side seams or adding darts
Replace or install zippers and closures (buttons, hooks, eyes, and more)
No experience? No problem! This beginner-friendly workshop is perfect for anyone who wants to save money, upcycle their wardrobe, or learn practical sewing skills.
1-DAY INTENSIVE
Sunday, May 11
10:00 am - 4:30 pm (Includes a 30-minute lunch break and up to 1 hour of extra work time with an assistant)
📍 Location: The Jamii Hub (264 The Esplanade)
💲 Cost: $150 (Includes all materials + a sewing machine to use during the workshop)
🧾 Bonus: Receive a $75 charitable receipt for tax purposes!
This is a fundraising project for Jamii's free arts programs! By purchasing a ticket, you'll not only learn how to make alterations with a sewing machine but also help us bring free arts programs to The Esplanade community and beyond!
Limited Spots – Only 10 Seats Per Program! This small group setting means plenty of personal guidance from our expert facilitator, Mariam Ahmad. With years of experience in garment construction and alterations, Mariam brings a patient and hands-on teaching style, making it easy for beginners to follow along.
Mariam is a skilled seamstress with years of experience in garment construction and alterations. She combines her Eastern heritage and ancestral textile traditions with modern techniques to create beautiful, nostalgic designs. Mariam’s patient, hands-on approach ensures you’ll get the best guidance throughout the workshop.
Just bring yourself! We’ll provide everything else. Plus, if you stay for the extra time, feel free to bring your own clothes to work on!
Secure your spot today and start transforming your wardrobe!
Photos by Ghader Bsmar
MARYAM AHMAD
Maryam Ahmad is a BIPOC artist who learned to sew as a child on hand-pedalled Singer machines alongside her grandmother. Her work blends her Eastern heritage with ancestral textile traditions, creating romantic silhouettes that carry a sense of nostalgia. Beyond sewing, Maryam explores her artistic passions through photography and web design. As a mother, she draws inspiration from motherhood and her love of literature, infusing her creative journey with depth and meaning.