Workshops

Make & Mend offer a wide range of sewing classes for all ages and skill levels. If you have ever thought it would be cool to make your own clothes, you were right. We offer a social, supportive and creative space for you to feel empowered to learn this practical life skill, while gaining an appreciation for slow fashion.

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Group Sewing Workshops

Join a group of like-minded individuals, and embrace your inner creativity while connecting with others. You will develop sewing skills and techniques while working through a project, resulting in a handmade garment you can wear and love.

All Group Sewing Workshops

Private Lessons

Catered to your individual needs, pace and skill level, we will can start where you're at. One-on-one lessons are customizable, but could include, how to choose and use sewing patterns, making pattern adjustments, choosing fabric, mastering basic sewing skills, sewing a garment of your choice, or finishing a project you have started and got stuck on.

Private lessons are $55 per hour.

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Group Bookings

Design your own sewing workshop for your group of friends, a workplace event, hens party or kids birthday party. Choose from different sewing projects to suit your occasion. Packages can include nibbles and drinks and are available in various locations across the Bay of Plenty and Waikato.

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  • ★★★★★

    I've done a few sewing workshops with Make and Mend and I absolutely love them. It's a perfect way to have some time to fill my cup, while making amazing garmets that I will wear/use for many years to come! Sharn is great, makes it all seem super easy, breaks it down into easy steps and creates an easy-going vibe. Looking forward to the next one!

    - Michaela

  • ★★★★★

    My daughter has done Sharn's teen workshop for the last two terms and has absolutely loved it. She has learned heaps of skills and come away with two new items of clothing. Wednesday is now her favourite day of the week :)

    - Jenny

  • ★★★★★

    Both my 8 year old daughter and I have experienced the amazing instruction, patience and beautiful atmosphere that Sharn creates for her workshops - she definitely has a gift and couldnt recommend her work and workshops enough.

    - Andrea