Outside of understanding how a brand is built, we think that it is important to learn how to construct a garment. After all, if we’re going to sell it, why not be better versed in knowing about the finer details of its construction.

Hosted in London at the Fashion Retail Academy campus in Moorgate, the FMR up-skilling workshop provides attendees with a fun opportunity to engage with garment construction under the supervision of a technician over 3 consecutive evenings of learning.

Attendees will come away from the activity having gained knowledge in basic sewing skills which will boost your confidence in creativity, design skills, and upcycling practices.

What is the Format?

On arrival we will introduce the group to each other ahead of setting attendees an upcycling design brief to create their reimagined garment starting with product selection, moving onto moodboard development, working through to garment construction, and concluding with a presentation which showcases your finished garment – all in the space of 3 evenings.

This session is open to people of varying levels, and you will be provided with a tutorial on using the sewing machines to ensure that you feel comfortable.

Thank you to our delivery partner, the ASOS Foundation for their support.

Timings

December 2nd – 6pm-8:30pm

December 3rd – 6pm-8:30pm

December 4th – 6pm-8:30pm

Please note that we will launch applications for Manchester in February 2026, and for Leeds in April 2026.

How to secure your place?

As with all of our events, the session is aimed at a diverse pool of talent, in particular, those who come from underrepresented communities. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Identify as being from a lower socio economic background OR 
• Have received free school meals OR
• Identify as being from a marginalised community i.e. ethnic minority, LGBTQ+, have a disability etc

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Things to know

• This event is intended for people aged 18+ and you will be required to provide proof of age should we request it upon your arrival
• Please note that this workshop will take place at a venue which is not owned or managed by Minority Report Ltd, and should you have any accessibility needs or any other special requirements to attend the workshop, please contact us at info@fashionminorityreport.com, and we will happily discuss any reasonable adjustments with you