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Discover the art of sewing in Los Angeles with a wide range of textile classes that teach you everything from basic stitches to advanced techniques. Gain the skills and confidence to unleash your creativity and express your personal style with the timeless art of sewing.

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Leather Hand-Sewn Basics

Santa Monica College @ SMC Bundy Campus, Santa Monica, CA

Make a stunning wallet in a hands-on leather-stitching workshop. Learn the basic techniques as you find out how to cut smooth edges on leather, punch holes, saddle stitch, and install a button stud closure. The stitching is all by hand, no machine necessary. Tools will be available for use in class. No prior experience necessary! Q&A Q: What kind of leather is used in this class? A: Veg tan 3/4 ounce leather. It's high quality and is...

(513) Beginner 18 and older
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Mom and Me Summer Dress (or Top)

Unwind @ 818 N Hollywood Way, Burbank, CA

Straight out of Project Runway! Make a halter neck, a-line dress (or top) with optional belt. This is a beginner level class.   Supplies: Basic Sewing Kit 3 to 3 1/4 yards cotton, soft linen, chiffon or gauze type fabric 1 pkg 7/8" single fold bias tape 1 pkg 1/2" single fold bias tape matching thread New Look pattern # 6119

(1) Beginner 18 and older
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$125

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Sew Liberated: A Sewing Workshop for Absolute Beginners

The Makery Craft Co @ 423 S Brookhurst Ave, Anaheim, CA

In this 2.5-hour crash-course sewing workshop you will learn: Which tools you'll need to sew at home Basic sewing vocabulary Sewing machine parts and functions How to wind a bobbin and thread the machine How to sew in a straight line and pivot around corners +Make a simple fabric wallet Skill requirements: No previous sewing experience required. Material requirements: We will provide all materials needed to complete the project. You will...

(67) Beginner 14 and older
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Intro to Sewing

Sew Silverlake @ 1110 Bates Ave, Los Angeles, CA

Sewing can take you anywhere. Whether you want to design a whole new wardrobe, make meaningful quilts and gifts, or alter clothes to fit you perfectly: it all begins with knowing your way around a sewing machine. Take the first stitch with Lauren, a costume designer and custom-made costumer, who started with a simple machine and curiosity just like you. This class will start with the basics of setting up and operating a domestic lockstitch sewing...

(2) Beginner 18 and older
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Teen Fashion Series

The Sewing Studio

Join the A-list of DIYers and create your own favorites for Spring/Summer. If seeing is believing, imagine this: in five short weeks you walk out of the studio wearing an outfit you've made with new a found skill you've learned at The Sewing Studio. The floral trend still continues strongly with printed pants, dresses, skirts, and everything else retailers can put a flower on. So why not make your own masterpiece? Florals are all about having fun...

(1) Beginner 13 - 19 years old
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Garden Quilt

Unwind

Stitch up a modern quilt from a traditional design. Easy piecing and fast sewing for a baby, a friend, or yourself! This is a beginner level class.   Supplies: Basic Sewing Kit: 1/2 yard of quilting fabric for center squares 3/4 yard of quilting fabric for outer rectangles 2 yards of white (or color choice) fabric for sashing 2 yards for backing 1 pkg crib size warm & natural batting matching thread

(1) Beginner 18 and older
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Sewing 320: Swimwear

The Little Sewing Room

Do you have an extra-long torso or are large on top? Maybe you have had a mastectomy. Do you just have trouble finding a cute and sexy swimsuit that fits you? Learn how to fit your suit, handle elastics for the openings and create straps for tying and wrapping. We can even create a cover-up for lounging in.  Most sessions are project oriented with finished wearable garments in the end. 4 open lab hours are included in this class. Once enrolled,...

(6) All levels 18 and older
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Smocking

Fabric Land @ 936 E Lincoln Ave, Orange, CA

Here is your chance to learn smocking. You will learn basic smocking techniques and accent stitches for a finished garment.

(7) All levels 18 and older
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Intro to Applique - Vintage Style Chicken Pocket Apron

Unwind

Make a classic and simple vintage apron with a chicken pocket and trim. Includes sewing machine intro. This is a beginner level class.   Supplies: Basic Sewing Kit 1 3/4 yards cotton fabric 2 yards of rick rack trim matching thread for all fabrics

(1) Beginner 18 and older
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Simple Vintage Style Gathered Apron with Trim

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Learn to make a classic and simple vintage gathered apron with a pocket and trim. Includes sewing machine intro This is a beginner level class.   Basic Sewing Kit: 1 3/4 yards cotton fabric 2 yards of rick rack trim matching thread for all fabrics

(1) Beginner 18 and older
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Reversible Vinyasa-Style Scarf

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Make a reversible, jersey scarf with snaps for endless options. Learn the basics of sewing with jersey.  This is a beginning level class.   Supplies: Basic Sewing Kit 1 yard 60" wide jersey fabric (main color) 1 yard 60" wide jersey fabric (contrast color) 1 package (28") snap tape* 1 1/4 yards 1" wide grosgrain ribbon *if adventurous, 2 pkgs snap fasteners

(1) Beginner 18 and older
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Practical Project Bag

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Create a practical project bag for your knitting, sewing or other crafts. Various pocket techniques, including zippers will be used. Customize to your preferences or make the model! This is a beginner level class.  Supplies: Basic Sewing Kit 1 yard Exterior Fabric (i.e. linen, canvas, etc.) 1 yard Lining Fabric (i.e. quilting cotton) 1 yard 20” medium weight fusible interfacing 1⁄2 yard 1⁄4 inch ribbon for scissor leash 1...

(1) Beginner 18 and older
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Bags, bags, bags

Unwind

Come make zippered bags to hold all your notions, and a six pocket tote to put them in! We will make a small zippered pouch, a square zippered bag, and a tote (with a zipper!). This is a beginner level class.   Supplies: Basic Sewing Kit 6 Fat Quarters or 1/4 yard cuts of quilting fabrics (3) 7” or 9" polyester zippers Matching thread 1 yd medium weight fusible interfacing

(1) Beginner 18 and older
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Fisherman's Top

Unwind @ 818 N Hollywood Way, Burbank, CA

Elegant, simply design shirt. Funnel collar, and vented hem. Great in light to medium weight denim, linen, soft canvas, cotton, etc. Perfect for beginners. From Merchant & Mills Sewing Book. This is a beginner level class.   Supplies: Basic Sewing Kit 1 3/4 yards light to medium weight denim, cotton or linen for Size Small/Medium. (Add 1/4 yard for Large, 1/2 yard for X-Large. Add extra yardage if making in dress length.) Matching...

(1) Beginner 18 and older
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$145
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Sewing for Absolute Beginners

The Makery Craft Co @ 501 Benchmark, Irvine, CA

In 2.5 Hours, you will go from absolute beginner to completing your first Project! Afraid of your foot pedal? Have you tried sewing in the past but ran away from the machine and threw up your hands in frustration? Not only will this workshop change that for you, but will have you itching to whip up more projects when you get home, too! In this 2.5-hour crash-course sewing workshop you will learn: Which tools you'll need to sew at home Basic...

(67) Beginner 14 and older
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Intermediate: The Classic Pencil Skirt

The Sewing Studio

In this class you will make a classic pencil skirt with a modern twist in the fabric of your choice that will soon become one of your favorite pieces to wear. This skirt will be custom fitted to your body. Everything you want to learn in this Intermediate sewing class: How to read and understand the commercial pattern  Make to make adjustments on the pattern for a true custom fit skirt  How to set-in a zipper like a professional ...

(1) Intermediate 18 and older
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T-Shirt Up-Cycle

Santa Monica College @ SMC Bundy Campus, Santa Monica, CA

Turn your old (or new) T-shirts into handy bags perfect for shopping, gym clothes, craft projects, or whatever else you like to carry. Find out how knit fabric differs from woven fabric, and the tools and techniques you need to accommodate the difference. As you make a lined bag, you’ll learn how to sew seams and finishes on knit fabric, and pick up skills you can apply to a variety of knit garments.  Bring to class a sewing machine with...

(513) Intermediate 18 and older
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Material Girls In-store Retreat

Fabric Land @ 936 E Lincoln Ave, Orange, CA

For all you material girls, this is an in-store sewing retreat. The featured quilt is "Gallery", by Coach House Designs. However, feel free to work on whatever you 'd like There will be 2 teachers available to help you along the way. We will supply snacks and lunch on Sunday. Games, prizes and lots of fun!

(7) All levels 18 and older
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$125
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Dressmaking - Vintage Day Dress

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Take your basics to the next level. Make a simple vintage style Day Dress / Party Dress with a dropped waist, gathered skirt and a zipper up the back. Learn to do neckline facings, zippers, measuring to fit your size, and a simple hidden pocket.  Pre-Requisite: any beginner level class.  This is a intermediate level class.   Supplies: Basic Sewing Kit 2 3/4 yards cotton fabric matching thread 1/2 yd fusible interfacing...

(1) Intermediate 18 and older
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Classic Shift Dress

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Make a classic shift dress in your choice of fabric. Learn fitting and couture sewing techniques. This is a intermediate level class.   Supplies: Basic Sewing Kit 2 yards medium weight linen, denim or cotton fabric 2 yards lining fabric (optional) 1 22" zipper hook & eye matching thread

(1) Intermediate 18 and older
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