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Thread Room is a slow take on fashion. We teach sewing classes and workshops.

04/11/2026

This week's sewing tip: if a garment almost works, it's usually worth saving.

A hem that's too long, a fit that's slightly off, or one detail you don't love can be the only thing stopping you from wearing something. Small alterations can completely transform it, and they're often quicker than making something new.

Case in point: this skirt sat unworn in my wardrobe for ages because the waistband was too tight. A bit of mending later, it's become a staple this year. So glad I saved it.

03/11/2026

Life's been a lot of computer time and not much sewing time lately. But sampling one of the kids' projects, a little bag, reminded me how much I needed it.

I could feel my brain switch gears: first into creative mode, pairing fabrics, then into problem-solving mode, working out the order to put it together. It was only an afternoon, but the rest of the day went better for it.

It also changes what you notice. Since then I keep looking at how bags are put together and which fabrics sit nicely next to each other.

What do you notice after you spend time making?

03/11/2026

The things they come up with.

We set the sewing projects, but very rarely does anything turn out how we expected. A few that stuck with us lately: the outfit variations on our little cat soft toys (no two cats left dressed the same), fabric collages from total beginners at Try Sewing (masterpieces, honestly), and a pair of trousers finished with the front, back and each leg all in different colours.

None of that was in the instructions. It's the kids deciding something should be a bit more them. Photos coming soon.

Has your kid ever made something that went completely off-script from the plan? Tell us in the comments.

01/11/2026

Fabric stash check.

If you could only sew with one of these, which would you pick?

31/10/2026

A few lovely creations from class this week! We set the projects, but very rarely does anything turn out how we expected.

That's one of our favourite parts of teaching. Here are a few of the things the kids have come up with lately.

We're starting a little series on creativity in tomorrow's newsletter. Sign up via the link in our bio.

30/10/2026

Nothing quite beats hands-on learning!

30/10/2026

We were lucky enough to run a few sewing workshops in the Auckland C*D recently. We popped up in a few office buildings, and people could bring along something to mend or learn to make a little drawstring bag. So much sewing and so much fun!

This was a special one-off, but if you’ve got an idea for something unique, get in touch at [email protected] and we’ll see what we can do.

28/10/2026

This week’s sewing tip: create a sewing ritual.

Rituals tell your brain it’s sewing time. For me it’s a cup of tea or coffee and a good podcast. Yours might be music, clearing your table, or lighting a candle. Anything that gently gets you started ✨

22/10/2026

Sewing is always more fun with a friend by your side! If your child wants to join a class with a buddy, just let us know. We’ll do our best to seat them together, as long as space allows. While they might work on different projects based on their experience levels, they’ll still be sharing the fun and learning together in a creative environment.
➡️ Have a friend in mind? Let us know and sew together—double the fun!

19/10/2026

Term 4 starts today!

There's been a lot happening behind the scenes: sampling projects, sorting fabric, and getting machines ready to go.

Welcome back to everyone returning, and hello to all our new sewists. Here's to a term full of happy sewing!

Address

32 Clarence Street
Devenport
0624

Website

https://www.threadroom.co.nz/classes

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