Thrift to Flip Prep Workshop

Staff
Threaded from Heaven, Sewing Studio (location map)
Wednesday, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
10/21/26 (1 day)

Thrift to Flip Prep Workshop

Get ready to Flip It, Stitch It & Own Your Style!

Before we start transforming denim, we're kicking things off with a fun hands-on upcycling project!

During this 2-hour Prep Workshop, students will review essential sewing-machine skills while transforming an old T-shirt into a reusable tote bag.

Students will practice:

  • Sewing machine setup and basic operation
  • Pinning and preparing fabric for sewing
  • Basic seam construction
  • Safely deconstructing an existing garment
  • Planning before cutting
  • Adding a creative personal touch

We'll also introduce the Thrift to Flip creative process:

LOOK → PLAN → DECONSTRUCT → REBUILD → PERSONALIZE

By the end of the workshop, students will have completed their first upcycled project

and will be ready to begin their denim transformation in Thrift to Flip! Upcycle Denim Edition.

Bring: Two clean, old or thrifted T-shirt that can be cut and transformed. (one will be used)

Please note: This Prep Workshop is required for students participating in the Thrift to Flip! 6-week session.

Prep Workshop: October 21
Thrift to Flip begins: October 28

Your first flip starts here!

​​​​Students will leave with foundational knowledge to prepare them for Thrift to Flip! Upcycled Denim Edition (6) week course.

This workshop is a requirement for Thrift to Flip! Upcycled Denim Edition Course (requirement is waived for currently enrolled students of Threaded from Heaven). If you are looking to start your sewing journey, please look at our Teen Classes.

 

Students bring: (1) T-shirt

Welcome to bring operating sewing machine. 

Included for Class use only: Sewing machine and sewing notions (scissors, thread, straight pins, etc.) 

 

Ages: Teens (High School and up)