Sewing Lessons in Vernon

Offering personalized sewing instruction for all skill levels, to help you create with confidence.

Sewing Courses

Sewing Level 1

Beginner Basics

Start with the most important basics of how every machine operates, then put it to work for you. End with a finished project you will show off with pride. Pattern, fabric and all notions are supplied and included in the registration fee. If you don't have a sewing machine, there is one at the studio for you to use (not included in reg fee).

8 hours |4 weeks | $440.00

Tax included

Sewing Level 2

Beginner Basics

How to read patterns, select the right fabric, layout and cut out the  correct way, and make a casual shirt with pants. "Sew" exciting to see them come together. Learn set-in sleeves, collars, buttonholes, elastic and more. (pre requisite - Level 1 or equivalent)

10 hours |5 weeks |$580.00

Patterns, fabric, notions and tax included.

Fitting- is an issue

Beyond Basics

Making a shift dress or jumper, that fits perfectly sounds impossible to all who struggle with patterns that need altering. This intense course is for serious sewers with Beginner Basics Level 1/2 or equivalent. Working with tissue patterns,  you'll create a personal body map to use with any pattern ensuring they all fit you to a "T". (everything needed is included).

12 hours |6-weeks |$750.00

Tax included

Wait for it!

Bra Making

Coming 2027

Have you dreamed of a bra that is comfortable to wear, no pinching, no poking, no squashing, and makes the girls look? You likely never  dreamed about it but you might have hoped for it. If you have one like this, it either cost you a small fortune or you are one of the few lucky ones. This course addresses all of those problems. Make make your own custom bra in just two 5 hour days. Complete contact form for more information.

Beginner Level 1 or equivalent is a pre-requisite.

Sergers Level 1

Unsure whether to invest in a serger or not? Perhaps you have one but find it unnerving. This two hour information session will answer all of your questions about sergers. You don't need to have one but if you do, bring it along and we'll conquer its challenges.

        Pre-requisite, proficient with a straight stitch machine.

2 hours | 1 day | $95.00

Taxes are included in registration fees.

Sergers Level 2

This class opens your eyes and heart to the wonders of the serger. It is an indispensable machine for sewing knit garments and stretchy fabrics and a marvelous tool for french seams, rolled hems, flat locking and much more. Bring your own serger to class and make a knit top. 
Everything need is included. in registration fee

10 hours | 5 weeks | $580.00

Complete contact form for more info.

Copy Cut Fashions   - Separate from teaching sewing, Dawne is a professional dress maker. If you have a garment you want copied/remade, or custom made/designed, look no further.  In her off hours, she will be happy to accommodate.

              If you are having trouble and just need a little help with a sewing or fitting problem, schedule a one-to-one.

                     Let me know what you're needing and I will make time to assist. Call 250-545-8372 or text 540-4943.

Ready to get started?

As courses are first come first served, you can be placed on a WAIT LIST, 'sew' you won't miss out, if the class you want is full.

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A request is made of every student to take a picture of what they made in their course. Some obliged and I am awaiting a whole lot more. Hint, Hint!

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