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)...

In this beginner-friendly modern embroidery class we’ll give you the basics of this timeless craft to create beautiful embroidered designs to hang on your wall or revamp your wardrobe and make some old garments new and fashionable again! In this workshop you will learn how to: Prep your fabric on the embroidery hoop  Create and transfer...

Virtual Upcycling Embroidery on Garments: Embroider Your Own Clothes Learn how to take your basic t-shirt, denim, sweatshirt, dress, and anything and everything from you closet  to the next level with one of the hottest trends in fashion: hand embroidery! In this beginner-friendly, absolutely no experience necessary class, you will learn the...

Learn one of the hottest trends in the DIY/crafting world - tapestry weaving - and design and make your own woven wall hangings in this fun and relaxing beginner-friendly workshop. This beginner-friendly class will teach how to add contemporary elements to a centuries-old tradition and will prepare you to create your own designs while bringing your...

This is a 3-Week sewing class where the focus will be on learning how to make a sports bra that fits and supports you. This on-trend sports bra has so many options! First, the size range is big, really big. You can pick out your cup size and band size to make it perfect. You have lots of back options from a plain racerback, to a keyhole racerback,...

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....

Ever wanted to learn how to design and create your very own handbags, totes & purses? This class will show you how. You'll learn all the design & sewing secrets behind making your own bags with all the pockets, zippers & straps you can dream up! We'll be making a Zippered cosmetic bag Reversible shopper tote Backpack Please note:...

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....

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...

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,...

Join us for a weekend of sewing fun... all from the comfort of your own home. Stay home, wear your PJ's, and sew all weekend with fellow fabric nerds! This retreat centers around the Make Your Own Medallion book. It's like a "choose your own adventure" book for making a medallion quilt, with lots of different options that can be mixed-and-matched...

On the hunt for the perfect jeans? Who isn’t right? Learn how to sew the perfect custom made jeans for your body and walk away never wanting to take them off! During this course you will learn: to make custom jeans pattern alterations seam finishes for denim jeans fit techniques to achieve the perfect fit pockets To install jean zippers ...

Welcoming both men and women alike, knitting can be used to create garments and patterns of many varieties. You will be introduced to needle and string types, stitching patterns, and how to cast-on, knit, purl stitch and cast-off or finish-off. End the class with fun garment(s) made by you! Material List: 2 skein Red Heart yarn 4-ply Yarn weight:...

From this class, you will design a cardholder, and be introduced to basic leather making tools. You will learn how to construct a cardholder, and use techniques, such as saddle-stitching, sanding, and edge-painting.  Due to COVID-19, we are only running online classes at this moment. Please book a session at least 10 days in advance, as we...