Courses
Beginner
New to the crew? No sewing machine or experience needed. Just come as you are. It is important that beginners start with our basic course first and then work towards their end goal.
What will I learn?
Basic machine setup
Wind a bobbin
Sewing accessories & necessities
Basic Fabric
Insert a Zip
Make Buttonholes
How to cut fabric
Basic stitching, hemming
Sewing machine settings (computerized machine)
How to make an apron
In person
Course includes: Notes, 1 x Free Pattern, Sample fabric, Certificate of completion, Machines & accessories are available to borrow in class
12 sessions, 2 hours each @ Be Libre Boutique
R2800
Online Course
(Currently in Afrikaans. English coming soon!)
Course Includes: 5 Videos (30-40minutes each), Notes, Certificate of completion, 1 x Free Pattern, Help online (See T’s and C’s)
R2800
What you will need for the online course:
Sewing Machine
Iron and ironing board
Self Box (Available to order online) or buy the following items if you prefer to do so: Fabric Scissors, Tape Measure, Straight Pins, All-Purpose craft scissors, Thread, Fabric marker or chalk, Seam Ripper
1m Cotton Fabric for your project
Intermediate
Once you completed the beginner course or have experience with the overlocker and sewing machine.
What will I learn?
Pattern drafting from clothing
Learn how to use a commercial pattern
Sew with a variety of fabrics
Alterations
Project with more detail compared to the basics course e.g. Ladies unlined jacket, Ladies fitted skirt
In person
Course includes: 2x Free patterns, Free sample fabric, Notes
12 sessions, 2 hours each @ Be Libre Boutique
R2800
Online Course
Coming soon!
R500
Advanced
Familiar with sewing and ready for the final step?
What will I learn?
Learn how to make evening dresses and formal wear
Pattern drawing
Manipulate existing patterns
In person
Course includes: Notes, 1 x Free Pattern, Sample fabric, Certificate of completion, Machines and accessories are available to borrow in class
12 sessions, 2 hours each @ Be Libre Boutique
R2800
For Fun
When you just want to come and have some fun and doing something you’ve never done before! We will set in all machines and you can just stitch and be creative! One or more of the following projects will be completed:
Skirt with elastic waist
Scrunchie and headband
Cushion covers
Apron
Basic sling bag
Place mats and table cloth
In person
Course Includes: Notes, 3 x Free Pattern, All fabric needed, Machines and accessories are available to borrow in class
3 sessions, 2 hours each @ Be Libre Boutique
R1000
Online Course
Coming soon!
R200
Individual lessons
In person
Prefer individual classes, just have that one question to ask or just need to dust-off again?
Let us know how we can assist you.
@ Be Libre Boutique only
R250 – R300 per session
Self structured course
In person
If you have something specific in mind you would like to make and do not want to follow set course you can decide what you would like to do and a course will be designed for you. It is essential that beginners start with our basic course first and then work towards their goal (e.g.: it is not recommended that a beginner should sew a wedding dress as their first project)
Amount of sessions and cost will be determined by project and skills @ Be Libre Boutique only
Children
Education is the best gift for a child. Sewing is very good for your child’s hand-eye coordination, improves focus and concentration and teaches the importance of patience and self-control. Let sewing be part of your child’s education and hobby (Age 9+).
What will my child learn?
How to thread a sewing machine
Wind a bobbin
Sewing accessories and necessities
How to cut fabric
Basic stitching, hemming
Sewing machine settings
How to make an apron/ cushion/ pyjama pants
Sewing by hand
In person
Course Includes: Notes, Free Patterns, Sample fabric, Certificate of completion per section, Machines and accessories are available to borrow in class
Per month, 1 lesson per week @ Be Libre Boutique
R900
Self-structured Course
If you have something specific in mind you would like to make and do not want to follow a set course, you can decide what you would like to do and a course will be designed for you. It is essential that beginners start with our basic course first and then work towards their goal (eg: it is not recommended that a beginner should sew a wedding dress as their first project).
Amount of sessions and cost will be determined by project and skills.
(Only at Be Libre Boutique)