Sewing & Textile Classes in NYC, New York

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.

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!

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...

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 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...

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...

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...

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...

Peace out and learn to embroider. In this beginner workshop, you’ll master embroidery basics as you complete a cute little peace-sign hoop designed by Marigold & Mars. This class will cover: How to transfer a printed image to fabric What types of fabric, embroidery floss, needles and other tools are required How to do a basic outline...

In this one night workshop, students learn the basics of creating an all organic indigo dye vat, and how to dye with it. Fabric will be provided, but feel free to bring along some light colored natural fabrics to experiment with (cotton, linen, wool, etc)! The After Workshops are a series of high quality hands-on classes, at low cost and low commitment....

Learn to knit with your arms! in this beginner 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 students will leave with...

It's fun once you master how to deal with a sharp needle. Felting needle is a magic needle. This simple tool can make 3-dimensional form freely.  We patiently teach to students how to create safely and have fun the process of felting! In a 2 hour class, you can make 1-2 small animals. If you want to do at home after the class, you can buy...

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...