Cordlocks to cinch up you elastic bands on your masks.

This kit will include all the basic tools you will need in class - outside of the rulers. The rulers will be introduced the first class, and you will have a chance to purchase them then. 

Each kit includes:

• (1) Measuring tape
• (1) Seam ripper
• (2) Tailor chalks (one white, one color)
• (1) Mechanical Pencil  with lead ( 0.7mm lead)
• (1) Eraser (staedler)
• (1) coloured pen
• Magic Tape
• Dressmaker pins

Beardo Masks are specially designed to prevent the indent in your gentlemen's beard that so many have been experiencing over these last few months. The pleats in the mask help the mask expand under the chin, and over the beard without leaving a mark. They are made from a tightly woven denim twill fabric fused to a soft shell breathable back, and are lined with soft organic cotton (floral print), or a silky consciously milled bamboo cotton jersey. These masks are:

• Breathable
• Moisture controlling
• Water and Wind resistant

They have:

• Elastics that fit around the crown of the head, and nape of the neck.  They can be shortened to fit around the ears
• A removable nose wire pocket

Like making your own clothes but have a hard time finding patterns with that perfect fit? Come learn the foundational concepts of pattern making through flat pattern drafting & 3D form alteration, and tailoring. Learn how to take proper measurements, adjust patterns, cut, and sew a muslin to create a custom pattern. 

This course is five 3-hour sessions. The next sessions are:

Wednesday March 16, 23, 30 & April 6, 13 - 10 am to 1 pm

or

Thursday March 31 & April 7, 14, 21, and 28 - 6pm to 9 pm

*Equivalent experience or Pattern Making 101 is the recommended prerequisite for all other pattern making courses offered by Riyoko.

*Due to Covid, students are encouraged to bring their own supplies (pencil, eraser, pins, measuring tape, fabric scissors, paper scissors) except rulers (which are available for purchase in the Riyoko Work/Shop, and during the class) and paper and fabric, which is supplied by Riyoko Work/Shop.

*We are dedicated to providing a safe, spacious and clean environment for the students to work in. We sanitize high touch surfaces, and fog the class before each session. Students will be situated 2m/ 6 ft apart in their work spaces to keep everyone comfortable and safe. As per provincial mandates, we ask that all students wear masks in class, and show proof of vaccination (once registered a class email will go out with how we will collect the info). Thank you for your understanding in advance. To our collective well being in the days ahead. 

Riyoko Studio, 1721 29 Ave SW, Suite 445

Instructor: Kristi Woo

Come learn how to sew, and start making your own projects! Join us in the spacious and inspiring new Riyoko Work/Shop and learn the fundamental beginner skills to get on your way to exploring and creating! In this class, students will learn their way around the machine through various projects and gain the foundational sewing skills to translate into future projects for themselves. Students will learn how to read patterns, and how to choose fabrics and patterns right for the projects they are making. They will 

make a reversible, lined gift bag, pyjama pants, and learn how to hem pants, and sew zippers. The skills of sewing can seem daunting, but with the right instruction, it can be fun and sew much easier than you think! 

This course is three 3-hour sessions. The next sessions is:

Monday, February 28 & March 7, 14 - 6 pm to 9 pm

or 

Monday, April 11, 25 & May 2 - 6 pm to 9 pm

*No prior sewing skills are needed for this class. This class is for Adults, if you have a teen that is interested, please let us know, and we will let you know when a teen class will be available. 

*Class fees include all supplies except fabric scissors, and due to Covid, students are encouraged to bring their own sewing machines. Don't have a sewing machine? No problem! Just let us know and we can have one ready for you. Sewing machine rentals are $10/ per class

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We are dedicated to providing a safe, spacious and clean environment for the students to work in. We sanitize high touch surfaces, and fog the class before each session. Students will be situated 2m/ 6 ft apart in their work spaces to keep everyone comfortable and safe. We ask that all students wear masks in class. Thank you for your understanding in advance. To our collective well being in the days ahead. 

Riyoko Studio, 1721 29 Ave SW, Suite 445

Instructor: Jean Strandberg

Jean began teaching sewing in  Calgary in 1996.
"I have had a love of sewing since I was a teenager. My mom taught me how to sew and I have continued to learn through courses, in person and online, and through video and personal experience. I have been teaching sewing in my home based studio for over 20 years. I look forward to sharing my love and passion for sewing and creativity.  Come and join me to learn a new skill or to take your sewing to the next level."

Do you have that favourite vintage or fast fashion garment that you wish you could have forever, and make in a million colours? Want to recreate it? Come join us in the spacious riyoko studio to learn how to make a pattern, sew a toile, and get the skills to remake the piece you want to wear time after time.

This class is five 3-hour sessions. The next sessions are:

March 22, 29 & April 5, 12, 19 - 6 pm to 9 pm

or

March 16, 23, 30 & April 6, 13 - 10 am to 1 pm

*Beginner sewing experience necessary.

*We believe in supporting small, and local. We also believe in self sustainability through clothing. We hope that this class will provide an avenue away from fast fashion, and a new and inspiring direction towards self reliance and deeper knowledge into the process of making a garment. In that spirit, we will not accept  local or small designer brands garments as samples to remake. We hope you understand!

*Due to Covid, students are encouraged to bring their own supplies (pencil, eraser, pins, measuring tape, fabric scissors, paper scissors) except rulers (which are available for class use, or purchase in the Riyoko Work/Shop during the class) and paper which is supplied by Riyoko Work/Shop.

*We are dedicated to providing a safe, spacious and clean environment for the students to work in. We sanitize high touch surfaces before and after each class. Students will be situated 2m/ 6 ft apart in their work spaces to keep everyone comfortable and safe. Proof of vaccination will be required to take this class (a class email will go out prior to the start date to let registered students know how we will collect info), and masks will be required in class. Thank you for your understanding in advance. To our collective well being in the days ahead. 

Riyoko Studio, 1721 29 Ave SW, Suite 445

Instructor: Kassia Tuffs

Kassia has been sharing her expertise, and love of sewing as an instructor for the past two years. She is a graduate from the Fashion Institute at Olds College.