Heritage in Stitches: Tailor Your Own Kebaya TOP

Heritage in Stitches: Tailor Your Own Kebaya TOPHeritage in Stitches: Tailor Your Own Kebaya TOP

Course Content

Ever dreamed of making your own Kebaya Top? Here’s your chance!

Discover the joy of creating a kebaya top only that is uniquely yours. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn to work with beautiful fabrics, delicate lace or embroidery to make a kebaya that suits your style and measurements.

Bring your own embroidery (must be Embroidery with bow laces edges)
OR choose from trainer’s specially curated collection of vintage European Embroidery package with all the necessary notions e.g. narrow embroidery bow laces, matching cotton voile and matching threads for making your personal Kebaya Top.

From drafting patterns to sewing and fitting, you’ll be guided through the key steps of kebaya-making while learning practical dressmaking skills along the way.

  • What You’ll Learn

    Choosing Your Fabrics: Explore fabrics, lace and embroidery to bring your kebaya design to life.

    Pattern Drafting & Cutting: Learn to adapt patterns to your measurements.

    Sewing Your Kebaya Top: Get hands-on experience in cutting, assembling and sewing your garment.

    Fitting & Finishing: Make adjustments for a comfortable fit and a neat finish.

Course Outcome

  • The highlight of this workshop is creating a kebaya top of your own using your chosen embroidery or lace. Put on your finished kebaya, admire your handiwork and bring home a beautiful, one-of-a-kind creation made with your own hands! Celebrate the timeless beauty of traditional dress while creating a kebaya that is uniquely yours.
  • Come join us and make a Kebaya Top of your own!

    Whether you love sewing or simply want to try your hand at making a traditional garment, this is a wonderful opportunity to learn a new skill and create something special.

    Register with NUSS today - we look forward to stitching with you!

Trainer Profile

Mr Wang is an expert dressmaker with a wealth of experience in both creating bespoke garments and teaching the art of dressmaking. Trained at prestigious fashion institutions both locally and internationally, his skill set spans a variety of styles, and his talent has been recognized with numerous accolades. With his guidance, you’ll master the techniques to craft beautiful, professional garments and gain the skills to make your fashion dreams a reality.

Course Duration
Course Duration24 hours (3 sessions)
8 hours per session
Course Dates 6th (Fri), 13th (Fri) & 20th (Fri) November 2026
Time10am to 6pm
VenueNUSS Mandalay Guild House
2 Mandalay Road
Singapore 308206
Registration Closing Date 1 November 2026
Course Fees per pax (Including GST) NUSS Member: $523.20
Public: $575.52
Fees payable by Singaporean and PR aged 50 and above (Including GST) NUSS Member: $139.20
Public: $153.12
LunchLunch is chargeable for all three sessions.
Member: $49.05
Public: $58.86

Lunch, light tea snacks, and unlimited coffee and tea are available.

Prices stated are inclusive of prevailing GST.
Material FeeParticipants can either buy themselves or purchase from our trainer and/or supplier;
Tracing Paper at $8, Tool Kit at $50
Remarks *Course dates are subject to change
*A minimum of 12 participants is required for the workshop to commence
*This course is eligible for SkillsFuture credits claim (for course fees only)
*Please note that there is no refund and no replacement for lesson(s) missed
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