Time for yourself. Skills to enjoy.

Discover sewing or return to a favourite hobby with personalized, one-on-one lessons for seniors at Philia Brant in Brantford. Each lesson follows your interests, experience, and pace, whether you're learning the basics or bringing a project to life.

All skill levels are welcome. Bring your own sewing machine or use ours.

Lesson options

• Single Private Lesson: 1 hour, $34. Learn the basics, get help with your machine, or practise a specific skill.
• Custom Project Lesson: 1 hour, $55. Get focused guidance on garments, alterations, fitting, or your own project.
• 5-Lesson Sewing Foundations Package: $150. Build confidence and practical skills step by step in a structured beginner program.

What you can learn

• Sewing-machine basics and troubleshooting
• Fabric selection, measuring, and cutting
• Stitching fundamentals and finishing techniques
• Alterations and clothing repairs
• Pattern reading and garment construction
• Zippers, hems, and fitting adjustments

Booking and location
Lesson dates are arranged after purchase, based on availability.
585 Colborne St, Brantford, ON N3S 0K4

Choose a lesson and enjoy making something your own.