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NEW 2026 HOURS:
TUESDAY & SATURDAY 10am - 3pm
WED/THURS/FRI- 11:30am - 5:30pm
Sustainable Sewing Studio and Community Craft Hub
Located in Hamilton's Textile District we are proud to be your one stop shop for deadstock reclaimed textiles and locally sourced handmade goods, crafts, and vintage.
Our main objective is to get people crafting, sustainably and without barriers. In addition to inexpensive deadstock and vintage fabrics we also offer free sewing patterns, fabric scraps for crafting, and an ever revolving community cart of FREE fabric. Our domestic and industrial machines are available to rent or join us for a private lesson or small workshop. A portion of all of our workshop sales are directed to support local charities and community initiatives.
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AINA trousers & culottes
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ESME maxi cardigan
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LOVIISA denim dress
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KERTTU knot dress & skirt
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TAIKA blouse dress
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KAJO batwing wrap sweater & dress
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More Beginner Basics - Zip Pouch with Johanna Masko, NEW DATE: Tues Mar 3rd 6-9pm
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Stars Quilt workshop with Johanna Masko (5 WEEKS: Tuesdays January 20, 27, Feb 3, 10, 17, 6-9pm)
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Beginner Pants Pattern: The Lane Pants or Shorts (6hrs/2 days February 18th & 25th)
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Easy Quilted Crossbody Bag, with Ariane Clark (Wednesday February 4th 5:30-8:30pm)
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Kids Sewing Club 2026! WINTER Jan-Feb
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NEW DATES ADDED! Matchy Matchy Kite Pants, with Liz Simpson (Two Sessions available: Sundays starting Jan 11th 10-12:30 OR Mondays starting Jan 26 6-8:30pm)
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Kids Sewing Club 2026! NEW *TUESDAY* Afternoons - 6 WEEK STUFFY SERIES 4pm-5pm
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DIY Tiered Long Skirt, made to your measurements, with Ariane Clark (Wednesday Jan 7th & 14th 6-8:30p)
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Intro to Sewing, Envelope Pillow Case with Johanna Masko, NEW DATES ADDED! JAN/FEB
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*NEW* Collaboration with Sequel Jeans ~ Waistband Alteration (Sunday Jan 11th 1-4pm)
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Rectangle top by Sewing Therapy, with Liz Simpson (Mondays January 12th & 19th 6-8:30pm)
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Pine Raglan by Paradise Pattern with Liz Simpson (Thurs Jan 22nd 6-9pm & Sun Feb 1st 9:30-12:30)
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Classic Denim JEANS with Liz Simpson, (Thursdays - January 29, Feb 5, 12, 19, 26)
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Serger Basics, Learn All About Your Serger (NEW DATES ADDED Nov/Feb)
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Cheeky Lace Undies with Liz Simpson (Sunday February 8th 10am)
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Lettuce Edge Knits with Liz Simpson (Sunday February 8th 1:30-5:30pm)
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NEW ARRIVALS
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Lightweight Cotton Woven Fabric - White
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Rayon Woven Fabric - Charcoal
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Viscose Poly Woven Fabric - Foliage Print - Green
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Soft Lightweight Cotton Woven Fabric - Red & White Gingham with Navy Stars
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Periwinkle Ditsy Floral Cotton Broadcloth - Woven Fabric - Blue/White
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Blue and White Stripe Lightweight Cotton Shirting w/Floral Sprigs
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Sunshine Meadow Floral Lightweight Cotton Woven, Dobby Check Texture
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Cotton Poplin Woven Fabric - Lemon Blossoms - Blue background
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Cotton Poplin Woven Fabric - Mint Shark Silhouette
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Cotton Broadcloth Woven Fabric - Painted Pastel Daisies
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Ultra lightweight Cotton Voile Woven Fabric - Tiny Floral Scatter - Blue/Natural
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Light Cotton Broadcloth Fine Woven Fabric - Navy & White Gingham
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Cotton Voile Featherlight Woven Fabric - Pale Blue/White Gingham
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REMNANT BUNDLES
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Sewing Pattern - Family Cat doll bundle
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Sewing Pattern - Fall Outfits Wardrobe Bundle
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4 meters - Burnout Lace Woven Fabric- Rosettes - Premium Remnant bundle
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3 meters - Paw Print Cotton Sateen Woven Fabric - Premium Remnant Bundle
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3 meters - Corded Lace Woven Fabric- Silver Floral - Premium Remnant Bundle
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246 Red Blue and White Striped Synthetic Knit Deadstock Remnant 1m Bundle
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245 Red Rose Damask woven Deadstock Remnant 2m Bundle
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243 Red Super fine Synthetic Chiffon Woven Deadstock Remnant 1m Bundle
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239 Bright Red Synthetic Knit Deadstock Remnant 1m Bundle
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238 Burgundy Organza Woven Deadstock Remnant 1m Bundle
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236 Moody Pink Sheer Organza Woven Deadstock Remnant 1m Bundle
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235 Warm Tan Weft Knit Deadstock Remnant 1m Bundle
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234 Dark Navy Blue Georgette Woven Deadstock Remnant 1m Bundle
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232 Black Georgette Woven Deadstock Remnant 1m Bundle
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231 Teal Synthetic Chiffon Woven Deadstock Remnant 1m Bundle
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Sew with us
Private Sewing Lessons
A 2.5 hour private lesson for up to 4 people, where you will learn sewing machine basics and will leave with a small sewn product. Includes all materials. You can even bring your own machine to troubleshoot any issues you have at home.
Semi-Private Coached Sewing
Affordable semi-lessons for Adventurous Beginners. Are you new-ish to sewing, but don't need a whole beginner lesson? Similar to sew by the hour, but with a little expert advice and hands on guidance. We will help you get you set up on our machines with an easy project, or bring your own project and we will help you complete it!
Sew By The Hour
For Intermediate Sewists. Have a sewing project that you just don't have the right space, machines, or solitude to get done? SBTH is an unguided, $5/hr pay as you go session (included with your membership!), with full use of any of our domestic machines.
Workshops
Check out our list of upcoming workshops for all levels and interests.
My Main Street Grant
We are happy to announce that our business was selected for the My Main Street Business Sustainability stream grant. My Main Street is designed to encourage growth and economic prosperity on main streets by driving business and creating vibrancy in local communities.
Thank you to Canadian Urban Institute Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario for the continued support.