Intermediate & Advanced BYO Class
4 Hour & 6.5 Hour Guided Studio Sessions
Intermediate & Advanced BYO Class
Intermediate to Advanced4 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
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
You’ll leave not just with progress on your garment — but with stronger technical understanding and greater confidence in your own ability.
Class format
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
What to bring
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.
Choose a date
Thu, 27 August
3:00 AM – 7:00 AM
with Megan McKee-Griffith
$130
WaitlistFri, 28 August
12:00 AM – 6:30 AM
with Megan McKee-Griffith
$180
WaitlistThu, 3 September
3:00 AM – 7:00 AM
with Megan McKee-Griffith
$130
Fri, 4 September
11:00 PM – 3:00 AM
with Megan McKee-Griffith
$130
WaitlistFri, 11 September
12:00 AM – 6:30 AM
with Megan McKee-Griffith
$180
WaitlistSun, 13 September
12:00 AM – 6:30 AM
with Megan McKee-Griffith
$180
WaitlistThu, 17 September
3:00 AM – 7:00 AM
with Megan McKee-Griffith
$130
Thu, 24 September
3:00 AM – 7:00 AM
with Megan McKee-Griffith
$130
Fri, 25 September
12:00 AM – 6:30 AM
with Megan McKee-Griffith
$180
WaitlistThu, 1 October
12:00 AM – 6:30 AM
with Megan McKee-Griffith
$180
Fri, 2 October
11:00 PM – 3:00 AM
with Megan McKee-Griffith
$130
WaitlistWed, 7 October
11:00 PM – 5:30 AM
with Megan McKee-Griffith
$180
WaitlistThu, 8 October
11:00 PM – 5:30 AM
with Megan McKee-Griffith
$180
WaitlistSat, 10 October
11:00 PM – 5:30 AM
with Megan McKee-Griffith
$180
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Level 1, 39–43 Shepherd St, Marrickville
Access via stairs only