Upcycled Boho Flare: Transform Your Out-of-Style Jeans

Give new life to those old skinny jeans and turn them into wide‑leg, boho‑inspired flares. In this hands‑on upcycling class, you'll learn how to cut your jeans, insert fabric panels, and create a custom pair of statement pants that feel fresh, fun, and totally you. We'll walk through each step together -- from planning your flare width to stitching in your chosen fabric -- so you leave with a wearable, one‑of‑a‑kind piece. This class is perfect for anyone who loves sustainable fashion, creative reuse, or simply wants to refresh their wardrobe with something handmade. New to sewing or need a refresher? Join our one‑hour Sewing Foundations class before this workshop to learn machine setup, stitches, and essential techniques. It's the perfect warm‑up for any beginner‑confident class. What's Included: - Step‑by‑step instruction on cutting and widening jeans - Use of sewing machines (limited availability) - Access to tools, threads, pins, scissors, and sewing notions - Guidance on choosing and preparing fabric inserts - Optional in‑studio fabric available for $10 What to Bring: -A pair of jeans (or two) you'd like to transform -Fabric for the flare inserts -- a quilt or patterned cotton works beautifully (optional in-studio fabric available) -Your own sewing machine if you prefer to use it (must be in working condition) By the end of class, you'll walk out with a pair (or two) of upcycled boho flare jeans and the confidence to keep transforming pieces at home. Details: Duration: 2.5-3 hours Skill Level: Beginner‑Confident Age: Adult (12+) Note: This class does not include food. All of our classes and events are BYOB, and we'll have coffee, tea & water available. This class is taught by Shondell Dahm. Shondell is a former teacher who turned her passion for sewing into a full-time business. As the owner of The Stitch Witch Vermont, she creates custom embroidered pieces, produces bulk embroidery for businesses and organizations, and designs professionally crafted handmade bags, upcycled clothing and stuffed animals. She loves teaching others how to bring their own ideas to life through sewing and textile arts.