Beginner

Sew a PJ Top

Meet your new favourite top.

5 hours

Max 6 students

Level 1, 39–43 Shepherd St, Marrickville

Sew a PJ Top

Beginner

Meet your new favourite top.

The Usefulbox PJ Top is a relaxed, V-neck tank with clean facings and a beautiful finish — and while it started life as a pyjama top, it looks just as good with your favourite jeans or out to lunch on a Sunday.

In this one-day workshop you'll sew this simple, elegant top using the Usefulbox original pattern — designed right here in the studio by Megan. It's the perfect next step after a beginner course, giving you new skills and a genuinely wearable result.

SKILL LEVEL --> BEGINNER

Have completed a beginner sewing course Bonus points if you've made the PJ Pants — this is the perfect match!

Why you'll love this course

Sew an original Usefulbox pattern designed in-house by Megan

Walk away with a top you'll actually wear — to bed or beyond

Learn facing technique for a clean, professional finish

Small group with personalised guidance

A relaxed, welcoming studio atmosphere

What you will learn

Cutting and marking a multi-size pattern

Sewing darts

Sewing and attaching front and back facings

Neat neckline and armhole finishing

Double turn hem

Pressing for a professional finish

Class format

1 x 5-hour workshop

Maximum 6 students

Step-by-step guided instruction

Plenty of time for questions and practice

What's included

Printed Usefulbox PJ Top pattern to use in class and take home

Expert tuition

Tea and coffee throughout

What to bring

Cotton, linen or quilting cotton fabric (quantity details in booking confirmation)

Matching thread

Fabric scissors and sewing kit

Lunch and snacks

Your teacher

Kelda Richards

Kelda has been teaching sewing since 2008 and loves helping students create garments they’re proud of. She shares time-saving techniques for a high-quality finish and enjoys working with quirky fabrics. Kelda believes anyone can sew — with the right guidance and a bit of fun.

$185per person

Choose a date

Sun, 26 July

12:00 AM – 8:00 AM

with Kelda Richards

6 spots available

$185

Level 1, 39–43 Shepherd St, Marrickville

Access via stairs only