Sewing & Textile Classes in Chicago, IL

Let's relieve a lil stress, have fun and make a scarf! Learn a new skill and enjoy fellow creatives in this virtual knitting circle. All levels are welcome. No prior experience is necessary. This online class will be provided via Zoom videoconferencing service. To participate, you will need a smartphone or computer with a microphone (or headphones)...

This is a 3-Week sewing class where the focus will be on learning how to make a pair of fitted trouser pants that fit your body really well. We'll teach you different techniques used to customize your pants they way you'd like them. This projects are filled with beautiful details that can be embellished and customized to your design preferences....

Ready to pick up that needle and thread for the first time? Or finally take that sewing machine you bought out of the box and put it to good use? With Sewing 101 we are going back to the basics, starting from scratch, and taking you step by step through all the essentials to make learning to sew a fun and inspiring experience. Sewing 101 is perfect...

Ready to pick up that needle and thread for the first time and only have a few hours? Or finally take that sewing machine you bought out of the box and put it to good use? With this workshop we are going back to the basics, starting from scratch, and taking you step by step through all the essentials to make learning to sew a fun and inspiring experience....

Have a pair of pants that needs a quick hem? Or a dress that needs to be taken in a little to fit just right? Come join us at The New York Sewing Center for our Alterations Workshop, our basic course for quick fixes and altering clothes. During this course you will learn: how and where to add or remove ease from a garment to achieve ideal fit ...

With the CDC's recommendations, we want to encourage you to learn how to create your own cloth face mask! Make your own to wear when you leave the house or make a few to donate to those in need of face coverings in your community. Join our WebJam, hosted online via Zoom, and learn how to make your own face masks by either hand sewing or using a sewing...

About This Class In this Textiles & Fiber Arts Class, we’ll learn all about wool, how it’s processed, and most importantly, how to use wet felting to create colorful, fun projects! AGE 8+ Shipping You will receive your materials kit 1 – 5 days before the start date of your class. Kits are mailed through USPS from our South San Francisco,...

Want to spruce up your bedroom or living room? Creating the perfect pillow is a great way to add color, texture, or a pop to any room in your home. Learn how to sew various pillow sizes and shapes while adding fringe and a zipper. This class is perfect for beginners and intermediate levels. Learn how to make a pillow and all of the fun additions,...

Learn to knit with your arms! in this beginner-friendly virtual workshop, you'll learn to make ultra-chunky knits using your own arms as knitting needles!  You'll make an over-sized scarf or cowl in the yarn--the perfect accessory to ward off the NYC winter in style. You won't believe how quickly you can whip up a finished piece--all...

Learn the basics of stumpwork (sometimes known as raisedwork) in just three hours! Create 3-dimensional figures and forms with wire, padding, and textured stitches. Stitches include fly stitch, long and short stitch, buttonhole, and stem stitch. Great for beginners or anyone wishing to brush up on their embroidery skills Needlepainting Learn the...

By popular demand, LEARN TO SEW IN A DAY is back! ONLINE This is the perfect workshop for all you super busy people who've always wanted to learn to sew, but just can't find the time for a long class. Now, you don't even have to leave your house! We've put the class online. ​For those who just need a confidence-building, virtual hand-holding...

This is the perfect workshop for all you super busy people who've always wanted to learn to sew, but just can't find the time for a long class. Now, you don't even have to leave your house! We've put the class online. ​For those who just need a confidence-building, virtual hand-holding refresher, this is also a great stepping-stone to one of our...

This class is part of our 6-part Introduction to Embroidery Series. The subject of this class is a “Geometric Design.” You will have the choice of stitching an Art Deco inspired design or contemporary triangle design. This class will cover the following stitches: trellis woven wheel heavy chain stitch herringbone stitch Portuguese...

Have a pair of pants that needs a quick hem? Or a dress that needs to be taken in a little to fit just right? Come join us at The New York Sewing Center for our Alterations Workshop, our basic course for quick fixes and altering clothes. During this course you will learn: how and where to add or remove ease from a garment to achieve ideal fit how...

Do you want to learn how to knit or crochet or need help with a project? Join us in our online yarn adventure and get expert advice from a Craft Yarn Council Certified teacher and designer. I’ll guide you on your journey to explore your creativity, help you learn new techniques and how to fix your own mistakes, and inspire you to create unique...