Intermediate to Advanced

Intermediate & Advanced BYO Class

4 Hour & 6.5 Hour Guided Studio Sessions

Available in 6.5 hr or 4 hr sessions

Max 5 students

Level 1, 39–43 Shepherd St, Marrickville

Intermediate & Advanced BYO Class

Intermediate to Advanced

4 Hour & 6.5 Hour Guided Studio Sessions

Guided by industry professional Megan McKee-Griffith who has extensive garment construction and expert pattern-making experience.

This focused, high-level sewing session is designed to elevate your skills, refine your technique, and give you professional insight into your project — all within the warm, supportive Usefulbox studio community.

Perfect for intermediate to advanced sewists who want expert fitting guidance, pattern support, or help tackling a complex garment — while sewing alongside like-minded makers.

SKILL LEVELS

INTERMEDIATE -Confident threading and operating your sewing machine -Comfortable sewing with seam allowances -Experience constructing garments -Ready to refine fit and elevate technique

ADVANCED -Strong understanding of garment construction -Confident working independently -Looking to master advanced techniques and professional finishes

Why you'll love this course

Small, premium intensive (4–5 students only)

Extended studio time for real, measurable progress

Advanced fitting and construction guidance

Pattern instructions broken down clearly and logically

Industry-level insight into garment construction

Calm, focused, encouraging sewing environment

You’ll sew with others who love making just as much as you do — sharing ideas, learning together, and celebrating progress.

What you will learn

Professional pattern interpretation

Fit assessment and adjustment techniques

Garment construction refinement

Advanced sewing techniques explained clearly

How to approach complex instructions with confidence

Independent problem-solving skills

You’ll leave not just with progress on your garment — but with stronger technical understanding and greater confidence in your own ability.

Class format

4 hour or 6.5 hour intensive sessions

4–5 students per class

High cutting tables for tracing, measuring and cutting

Personalised technical and fitting support

A warm, collaborative studio atmosphere

This is focused sewing time — but never intimidating. You’re supported by experts and surrounded by a community that genuinely wants you to succeed.

What's included

Use of studio machines - Bernina 335 or Brother A80

4 or 6.5 hours of expert tuition

Individualised technical guidance

Professional fitting insight

Use of studio cutting tables and workspace

What to bring

Your chosen pattern and fabric

our fabric scissors and sewing kit

OPTIONAL: Bring your own sewing machine (including power cords and foot pedal).

Studio machines are available — students may use the Brother A80 or Bernina 335.

Your teacher

Megan McKee-Griffith

Megan McKee-Griffith is our much-loved Intermediate to Advanced teacher, known for her warmth, clarity and depth of knowledge. With 30+ years as a pattern maker and training at East Sydney TAFE, she helps students refine fit and create beautifully finished garments.

From $130per person

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Thu, 17 September

1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

with Megan McKee-Griffith

Full

$130

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Thu, 24 September

1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

with Megan McKee-Griffith

Full

$130

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Fri, 25 September

10:00 AM – 4:30 PM

with Megan McKee-Griffith

Full

$180

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Thu, 1 October

10:00 AM – 4:30 PM

with Megan McKee-Griffith

1 spot left

$180

Sat, 3 October

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

with Megan McKee-Griffith

Full

$130

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Thu, 8 October

10:00 AM – 4:30 PM

with Megan McKee-Griffith

Full

$180

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Fri, 9 October

10:00 AM – 4:30 PM

with Megan McKee-Griffith

Full

$180

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Sun, 11 October

10:00 AM – 4:30 PM

with Megan McKee-Griffith

Full

$180

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Fri, 16 October

10:00 AM – 4:30 PM

with Megan McKee-Griffith

Full

$180

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Sat, 17 October

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

with Megan McKee-Griffith

2 spots left

$130

Thu, 22 October

1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

with Megan McKee-Griffith

5 spots available

$130

Fri, 23 October

10:00 AM – 4:30 PM

with Megan McKee-Griffith

1 spot left

$180

Thu, 29 October

1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

with Megan McKee-Griffith

3 spots left

$130

Sat, 31 October

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

with Megan McKee-Griffith

2 spots left

$130

Thu, 5 November

1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

with Megan McKee-Griffith

2 spots left

$130

Sat, 7 November

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

with Megan McKee-Griffith

3 spots left

$130

Fri, 13 November

10:00 AM – 4:30 PM

with Megan McKee-Griffith

2 spots left

$180

Sun, 15 November

10:00 AM – 4:30 PM

with Megan McKee-Griffith

Full

$180

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Thu, 19 November

1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

with Megan McKee-Griffith

4 spots available

$130

Fri, 20 November

10:00 AM – 4:30 PM

with Megan McKee-Griffith

2 spots left

$180

Thu, 26 November

1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

with Megan McKee-Griffith

3 spots left

$130

Fri, 27 November

10:00 AM – 4:30 PM

with Megan McKee-Griffith

4 spots available

$180

Sat, 28 November

10:00 AM – 4:30 PM

with Megan McKee-Griffith

Full

$180

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Thu, 3 December

1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

with Megan McKee-Griffith

3 spots left

$130

Fri, 11 December

10:00 AM – 4:30 PM

with Megan McKee-Griffith

Full

$180

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Sun, 13 December

10:00 AM – 4:30 PM

with Megan McKee-Griffith

4 spots available

$180

Thu, 17 December

1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

with Megan McKee-Griffith

2 spots left

$130

Fri, 18 December

10:00 AM – 4:30 PM

with Megan McKee-Griffith

1 spot left

$180

Sat, 19 December

10:00 AM – 4:30 PM

with Megan McKee-Griffith

Full

$180

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Level 1, 39–43 Shepherd St, Marrickville

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