Bootcamp for Absolute Beginners in Sewing CEXTN41-202680

Bootcamp for Absolute Beginners in Sewing

10/18/2026, Sunday, 10:00am-3:00pm

Location: OFF CAMPUS: Ciclo Sewing Lab, 345 Judah Street, San Francisco

Instructor Robertha Hernandez

This one-day intensive workshop is perfect for absolute beginners ready to learn the basics of machine sewing. Students will gain confidence using a sewing machine, practice essential stitching techniques, and learn to follow a simple pattern. The class includes a hands-on upcycle project where students will create a tote bag from pre-loved clothes, combining skill-building with sustainable fashion.

Bring second hand/pre-loved clothes, like a pair of jeans and/or a shirt to create the final project. Materials fee of $25 is included in your enrollment. This class is open to all but designed for those new to sewing.

Instructor Bio: 
Robertha Hernandez is the founder and lead teacher at Ciclo SF. Originally from Chile, she holds a degree in Fashion Design and Pattern Making and spent over a decade managing and designing for her family’s clothing business, Jai Level. After immigrating to the U.S., she combined her passions for education, sustainability, and design by founding Ciclo Sustainable Fashion in 2020. Through Ciclo Sewing Lab, she teaches students of all ages how to sew, upcycle textiles, repair and explore creative fashion with a focus on sustainability.

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