{"product_id":"leotard-lab-1-5hr-private-lesson","title":"Leotard Lab 1 (5hr PRIVATE LESSON)","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTake your sewing skills into the world of dancewear and create your very own basic leotard from start to finish!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eLeotard Lab 1\u003cspan\u003e is a hands-on sewing workshop designed to teach you the fundamental construction techniques used to create a professional dance leotard. You'll learn how to work from a leotard pattern, cut your fabric, use both a sewing machine and overlocker to construct your garment, and apply elastic for a professional, comfortable finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis private lesson focuses on mastering the \u003c\/span\u003eessential skills of leotard construction. Once you've mastered the foundations, you'll be ready to move on to Leotard Lab 2\u003cspan\u003e, where we'll introduce more creative and advanced design options.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour \u003c\/span\u003eTutu Palazzo leotard pattern is included\u003cspan\u003e, and you'll be able to select your size from our standard size range on the day. Fabric is also included, with a choice of colours from our current stock.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClass Duration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5 hours (10am-3pm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeotard Lab 1 is an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eintermediate-level project class\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and assumes you have basic sewing and stretch sewing knowledge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou do \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e need extensive sewing experience, but you must be comfortable working independently with both a sewing machine and overlocker.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBefore attending, you should be able to:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSewing Machine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdentify the basic parts of a sewing machine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndependently thread a sewing machine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse a sewing machine independently\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHave previous experience sewing simple projects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHave a basic understanding of working with stretch fabrics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverlocker\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSet up and thread an overlocker independently\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChange the thread on an overlocker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConfidently use an overlocker independently\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHave basic experience using an overlocker with stretch fabrics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou do not need to be an expert with stretch fabrics - a basic understanding is all that is required\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis private lesson is \u003cstrong\u003enot \u003c\/strong\u003edesigned to teach you how to use or set up an overlocker. Basic overlocker knowledge is assumed, as you'll be using an overlocker throughout the construction of your leotard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eIf you have never used a sewing machine or overlocker before or are new to working with stretch fabrics, we highly recommend completing our introductory courses before booking this class. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tutupalazzo.com\/collections\/ready-made\/products\/essential-basics-introduction-to-your-sewing-machine-1hr-private-lesson\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEssential Basics: Introduction to Your Sewing Machine (1hr)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tutupalazzo.com\/collections\/ready-made\/products\/stretch-sewing-essentials-2hr-private-lesson\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStretch Sewing Essentials (2hrs)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tutupalazzo.com\/collections\/ready-made\/products\/overlocker-essentials-2hr-private-lesson\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverlocker Essentials (2hrs)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThese classes will help ensure you have the foundational skills needed to get the most out of this lesson!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeet Your Teacher\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis class is led by Deanne Cessario - Founder \u0026amp; Head Creative of Tutu Palazzo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeanne holds a Bachelor of Education, a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment and has over 20 years of teaching experience. With extensive experience creating luxury dancewear and stage costumes, Deanne brings professional industry knowledge into every lesson.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHer passion is helping students understand the techniques behind beautifully finished garments while building confidence in their own creative abilities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You'll Learn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis hands-on workshop will guide you through the essential stages of constructing a basic dance leotard, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnderstanding and working with a leotard pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelecting your size from the Tutu Palazzo standard size range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearning how to accurately cut a leotard pattern and fabric\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnderstanding stretch fabric placement and grain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsing both a sewing machine and overlocker to construct your leotard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnderstanding the construction order of a basic leotard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSewing stretch seams and achieving neat, professional finishes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasuring, preparing and applying elastic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElasticating the leg and\/or neckline for a secure, comfortable fit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnderstanding the foundations of professional leotard construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTroubleshooting common construction issues\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThroughout the day, you'll work through the construction process step-by-step to create your very own basic leotard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull-day workshop from 10am – 3pm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne-on-one professional tuition with Deanne Cessario\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTutu Palazzo leotard pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoice of standard size range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFabric for your leotard from our current stock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElastic and required sewing materials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse of sewing machines and overlockers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll required equipment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndividualised tuition and support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour completed handmade leotard to take home\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTake home summary notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You'll Leave With\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy the end of Leotard Lab 1, you'll have created your very own basic dance leotard from start to finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou'll understand the fundamental construction techniques used to create professional dancewear and have the confidence to apply these skills to future leotard and stretch garment projects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost importantly, you'll have the foundations you need to start experimenting with more creative designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReady to take it further?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeotard Lab 2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e builds on the skills developed in this class and introduces more fun and advanced leotard design options.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs This Class Right For Me? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis class is perfect for you if you: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHave basic sewing machine knowledge and can sew independently\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHave a basic understanding of sewing with stretch fabrics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan independently set up and use an overlocker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHave basic experience using an overlocker with stretch fabrics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWant to learn how to construct a dance leotard from a pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWant to develop your dancewear sewing skills\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre ready to move beyond beginner sewing classes and create a complete garment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edo not\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e need extensive sewing or stretch sewing experience. A solid foundation of basic skills is all you need.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you're unsure whether you're ready, we recommend completing our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tutupalazzo.com\/collections\/ready-made\/products\/stretch-sewing-essentials-2hr-private-lesson\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStretch Sewing Essentials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tutupalazzo.com\/collections\/ready-made\/products\/overlocker-essentials-2hr-private-lesson\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverlocker Essentials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e classes first. These will give you the foundational skills needed to get the most out of Leotard Lab 1.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Learn with Tutu Palazzo?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearn from a professional costume atelier specialising in luxury dancewear and stage costumes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith over 20 years of experience creating beautiful garments for dancers, Tutu Palazzo brings real industry knowledge into every class.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou'll learn the techniques used in professional costume construction while receiving personalised guidance in a supportive and creative environment, giving you the skills and confidence to continue creating your own dancewear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tutu Palazzo","offers":[{"title":"Sun 13th Sep ~ 10am-3pm","offer_id":51665846108393,"sku":null,"price":495.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sun 18th Oct ~ 10am-3pm","offer_id":51665846141161,"sku":null,"price":495.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/0288\/0233\/files\/TP_Shop_Classes_StretchSewingEssentials_PRIVATE_1.jpg?v=1785986182","url":"https:\/\/www.tutupalazzo.com\/products\/leotard-lab-1-5hr-private-lesson","provider":"Tutu Palazzo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}