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Frequently Asked Questions
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Classes span multiple specializations: garment construction (sewing, pattern-making, alterations), personal styling (outfit coordination, sustainable fashion), hair and makeup (1950s vintage styling, makeup contouring), and fashion walking tours in Melbourne suburbs. Additionally, specialized workshops cover measurements and sizing, garment fitting, and fashion design portfolio development.
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Yes. The Absolute Beginners Sewing course is specifically designed to ease new sewers into the craft without overwhelming them. Week 1 covers machine threading and basic skills through making a drawstring bag, with cotton fabric provided. Week 2 progresses to pattern tracing and tote bag construction. Each week students complete a finished project.
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This hands-on workshop is limited to 4 participants and focuses on personalised solutions for your garments. You'll learn techniques including seam adjustments, dart insertion, hem and tear repairs, zipper and button replacement, visible mending, appliqué, patching, and fabric panel insertion. The teacher tailors instruction to your specific items and projects.
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The Intro to Styling 2-day Short Course is an intensive workshop covering skills needed for photographic styling careers. It includes behind-the-scenes instruction from veteran stylist Bianca Christoff and practical experience in creating product shots for social media, websites, and advertising. A separate Food Styling 2-day Short Course covers the specific techniques and industry insights for food styling careers.
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The Taking Measurements & Selecting Sizes 2-hour session teaches where to take body measurements, how to accurately measure, the difference between body and finished measurements, and design versus fit ease. You'll learn to interpret size-charts and select the correct pattern size for your body, addressing common sizing misconceptions.
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Yes. Fashion by Foot offers guided walking workshops in Melbourne locations including the city centre, Brunswick, and Fitzroy. Led by personal style specialists Donna Cameron and Briar Jasper-Batson, these tours teach shape, colour, and personal styling while visiting independent fashion designers producing ethically and sustainably. The Brunswick tour includes lunch.