What's a Fabrications Ottawa Make-Along? Where can I find them?

At Fabrications, we know that sewing, knitting, and crafting are more fun when we do them together! Sometimes you need a little guidance through the tricky parts, or simply need a little extra motivation to complete a project.

Since 2020, we have been hosting sew-alongs, knit-alongs, and quilt-alongs as a fun way to learn new techniques, share ideas, and connect with each other!

Here are a few answers to your FAQs!

All of our make-alongs are hosted on our YouTube Channel. Make sure to subscribe and hit the notifications bell to stay in the loop!
There is no need to sign up. Our videos are shared publicly and free to watch.
Participation is optional! We know everyone works at their own pace, and some people might not be ready to start when we are.
Most make-alongs run for about 3-5 weeks depending on the complexity of the project.
Videos are filmed LIVE and published within 24 hours for you to catch up or rewind.
Typically videos are filmed on a weeknight (EST). Specific dates and times will be shared when make-alongs are announced.
If you watch our videos live, you can have specific questions answered in real time. Comments are monitored daily if you think of anything you want to ask at a later time.
Kits are often available (online and in the shop), depending on the project. If you prefer to choose your own supplies, our staff can help you find what you will need!

If you want to receive updates on upcoming SALs, QALs, and KALs, you can subscribe to our newsletter, and follow us on Facebook or Instagram. Join our Fabrications Sewcial Group on Facebook, where you can share your photos and find encouragement from our friendly community!

UPCOMING MAKE-ALONGS

Plover Pouch Sew-Along

Starts April 14th, 2025

It's no secret that Noodlehead makes some of our favourite patterns! With clear instructions and functional elements, we find ourselves (and our customers!) making these bags over and over again.

Our next Sew-Along will be featuring their Plover Pouch pattern, a little zip-up bag with mesh pockets on the inside, and beautiful details on the outside. We are planning this Sew-Along a little differently: stay tuned for shorter, more frequent videos, as well as hardware kits for you to make your own at home.

We'll be inviting participants to share their progress here on our Facebook event, with the chance to win some prizes along the way! Please subscribe to our YouTube Channel, and RSVP to the Facebook event (both are optional of course, but will help you stay in the loop).

Check back soon for exciting new make-alongs coming in 2025!