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Alterations 2: Tapering and Taking In

Los Angeles City College See all classes by this school @ 855 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA

Build the craft of precise garment alterations through our intermediate sewing course. Discover essential techniques for tapering and taking in clothing to reach a flawless, personalized fit. Ideal for those ready to lift their wardrobe or provide expert alteration services. Tap into your potential and grow your sewing skills!

(933) Intermediate 18 and older
$199

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Upcycling: The Teddy Bear Backpack

Give new life to your old clothes and fabric scraps by creating a unique, eco-friendly stuffed bear bag. This hands-on class guides you through fabric selection, construction, and both machine and hand sewing techniques. Perfect for intermediate sewists ready to design something playful, personal, and sustainable.

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  • 855 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA
  • 10 hours over 5 sessions

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Class Description

Description

In this class, you’ll transform old clothes and scrap fabrics into a one-of-a-kind stuffed bear bag, giving new life to your existing textiles. This class puts you in the designer’s seat as you learn to construct your bear, balance fabric weights, and master machine and hand sewing techniques needed to bring your vision to life. Join us and craft something memorable, unique, and eco-friendly! 

Prerequisite: Sewing levels 1 & 2 (or similar experience)

Sewing machines provided in classroom!

Refund Policy

Cancellation Policy:

Classes are mandated by the State of California to be self-supporting based on student enrollment fees. As such, we reserve the right to cancel any class offering if the minimum number of student enrollments necessary to support it is not achieved. You will be notified no less than the day prior to the start of the first session if an offering will be cancelled and offered either a transfer of your fees to another class offering or a full refund. It is therefore essential that your phone number and email is up-to-date and functional. Refunds will be processed within 20-30 business days of cancellation.

We also reserves the right to change room location and or substitute instructors and will endeavor to contact you via phone and/or email prior to the scheduled meeting time with the updated information.

Transfer Policy:

  • To transfer to another class, requests must be made via email at least four business days before the first class meeting.
  • Transfer requests will not be granted after the first class meeting.

Please note, approved transfers are a one-time allowance and are subject to our general refund policy for the second class offering.

Refund Policy:

  • All requests for refunds or transfers must be made at least four business days before the start of class and are subject to a $10 cancellation fee per class. 
  • Refund requests are also subject to a 5% CourseHorse processing fee.
  • There are no refunds nor transfers granted after four business days prior to class.
  • Transfers are limited to once per class.

Important information: Refunds ARE NOT issued for absences nor prorated for late registration. Missed class meetings may not be made up in another class. Class offerings may not be audited.

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  • The following only applies in the event a provider’s cancellation/refund policy allows for cancellations and a full refund, please see above or contact CourseHorse to determine eligibility.
  • In the event a class is still going to occur and a full refund is requested, and you are eligible for a full refund in accordance with the provider’s policy, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from your refund amount

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Los Angeles City College's Community Service department offers a wide range of classes and events for individuals of all ages and backgrounds. These non-credit offerings contribute to the development of the surrounding community and foster a sense of belonging and learning.

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