Sewing & Textile Classes in NYC, New York

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 techniques such as saddle-stitching, sanding and edge-painting. Have fun personalizing your cardholders by engraving initials!

Learn the basics of painting on silk with color washes, nontoxic resist lines, applied textures, and more. In one intensive day, students will each make a 34" crepe de chine square for wearing or framing. Best-quality materials will be used, some of which are included. Additional supply information will be emailed prior to the class.

If you are looking for a weaving place for the first challenge, a new hobby, or relaxation, this class is perfect match for you! Even if you are an experienced weaver, you will be surprised by the smoothness of the SAORI loom and experience a weaving journey. This introductory class is the 2-hour setting to enjoy weaving and complete a tapestry to...

Private sewing class - fastest way to learn sewing! Machine and hand sewing for all levels students, from total beginners to advanced level. Enjoy choosing your own sewing project! Examples of students sewing projects: Skirt, tote bag, dress, poncho, shirt, jacket, learning to shorten/hem pants and jackets, alter clothes, sewing buttons and patching,...

For total beginners–if you've been wanting to learn to sew or you haven’t touched a machine in years, this is the class for you. In just one evening we’ll walk you through the basics; you’ll leave class with a finished elastic-waisted skirt.  Here’s what we’ll cover: Basic intro to a sewing machine, including how to sew a straight...

In the Sewing 101 course, students will learn the essential skills of sewing: how to use a sewing machine, basic pattern reading and sewing construction while creating a simple project, such as a fully lined tote or a simple A line tank top or dress. Please Note: All materials for sample making and learning the technique are included. Any additional...

The second in our Sewing series, Sewing 102 takes all of the beginner fundamentals learned in Sewing 101 and applies them to a more challenging garment. We start with reinforcing all of our sewing essentials from Sewing 101, and then introduce students to more stitches & seam finishes and focus more closely on your sewing skills and reading a...

In Knitting 2, students will learn the purl stitch and how to combine it with the knit to create the classic looks like stockinette and ribbing that we associate with knitwear. We will also introduce the mattress stitch to prepare students to seam the Knitting 2 Hat. This is a single-session class. Our Knitting 1, Knitting 2, and Knitting 3 classes...

In this class, you will learn the basic skills to make your own small tapestry style weaving, from start to finish. You don’t need any experience to join this class - you'll learn how to dress the loom, start the weaving, add a pattern or two and tie it off. Are materials provided and included in cost of the class? Yes Though most students...

Does the thought of using a sewing machine for the first time intimidate you? Do you own a sewing machine and have no idea how to use it? Are you thinking of buying one, but have no idea where to start? If you answered YES to any of these questions, the Sewing Machine Basics Class is for you! Our Sewing Machine Basics Workshop covers: ...

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. Or, for those who are brand new to sewing on a machine. Or, for those who just need a confidence-building, hand-holding refresher. It’s also a great stepping-stone for one of our other class offerings. This...

For total beginners -- if you've been wanting to learn to sew or you haven't touched a machine in years, this is the class for you! In just one evening we'll walk you through the basics; you'll leave class with a finished, lined tote bag.  Here’s what we’ll cover: Basic intro to a sewing machine, including how to sew a straight seam How...

In this workshop, you'll learn how to set up your loom and how to weave, while experimenting with color, pattern and texture. Take your loom home and continue to create after class! The After Workshops are a series of high quality hands-on classes, at low cost and low commitment. Materials, skills and fun supplied. Wine will also be included but you...

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...

We offer a 4-week weekend sewing course for those who are interested in learning this great skill.