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Kirtle Week: Fall Session

M. Gnagy Design (The Modern Maker) @ 61 Greenpoint Ave, Brooklyn, NY

In this session students will learn how to draft and construct a non-stiffened, supportive bodice and attached skirt. The style is a basic underdress that was commonly worn in the 16th and 17th centuries. I was typically worn beneath other layers for protection and bust support. Students who have them, should bring a shift or chemise (a type of 16th century undershirt) to class on the 4th day when the kirtle will be tired on. A large, loose white...

Teen Designer Series: Prom Dress

The New York Sewing Center @ 246 W 38th St, New York, NY

Are you a young fashionista looking for a one-of-a-kind, standout dress for prom? Why not design it yourself?  As part of our teen designer series, The New York Sewing Center is offering an amazing limited edition course, where teens will be able to either design from scratch, manipulate an older dress pattern, or revamp a vintage piece to create a perfectly unique prom dress, that they will be proud to show off!. During this course you will...

Sewing 103: Party Dress

The New York Sewing Center @ 246 W 38th St, New York, NY

We're all on the look-out for that perfect dress or jumpsuit for all of our seasonal events. Why not make a unique and one-of-a-kind dress or jumpsuit for yourself? We are proud to present a sewing course that will teach you just that! You will learn basic couture techniques and how to sew a party dress or jumpsuit! During this course you will learn: how to cut & sew a dress or jumpsuit how to install an invisible zipper how to hand sew...

Little Black Dress

The New York Sewing Center @ 246 W 38th St, New York, NY

So you know the basics of sewing--what's next? Our Little Black Dress class is the perfect next step after taking our Sewing 101 class or if you know some sewing basics but want to learn a bit more about dressmaking. In this class, we will be working from the same pattern and going through making your little black dress every step of the way! You will learn some new techniques and have a great dress you can wear to your next soirée. What could...

Botanical Print Silk Scarf

92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

Discover the art of transforming natural materials into stunning botanical leaf prints on luxurious silk fabric at the prestigious 92nd Street Y. Unleash your creativity as you work with eucalyptus, Japanese maple, oak, and rose leaves collected from Central Park to design one-of-a-kind silk scarf and multiple unique samples. All materials will be provided for this hands-on workshop.

Illustrator for Fashion: Level 1

NYIM Training @ 185 Madison Ave, New York, NY

6 Month Fashion Design

Esaie Couture Design School @ 265 W 37th St, New York, NY

You want to enter the competitive fashion industry? Or, you have a line to develop? It takes hard work, creativity, and passion to be a fashion designer (all the things you probably already have within you). But you can break into this field much more quickly and easily with the guidance of our courses and experienced instructors. Designers must have a strong sense of the esthetic—an eye for color and detail, a sense of balance and proportion,...

Fashion Design Fundamentals

Esaie Couture Design School @ 38 W 32nd St, New York, NY

This 4-week Fashion Design Fundamentals course is constructed for emerging designers. It allows students to get an overall understanding of the fundamentals required to begin a career as a fashion designer and understand and use the processes and tools professional designers use to create their collections. And what better way to understand the skills and knowledge needed to become a success than learning from a talented fashion designer?  ...

4 Week Sleeveless Top Construction

Esaie Couture Design School @ 38 W 32nd St, New York, NY

Get step by step instructions to make your own Sleeveless Top. Then, learn to assemble your Top, attaching neck and armhole facings, interfacing, understitching, darts, topstitching, clean finish seams inside, various hand stitching, hem stitching, and more. Course Outline: Tools and terminology Stitches: Regular stitch, topstitch, basting, understitching Seam finishes: Zig zag, Booked SeamPreparing, marking, and cutting fabric Garment construction...

Fashion Design (2-Hour Private)

The New York Sewing Center @ 246 W 38th St, New York, NY

Unlock your creativity and master the art of fashion design with personalized lessons at The New York Sewing Center. Bring your own project and learn at your own pace with expert guidance from our instructors. Discover the joy of creating exactly what you want in a private studio setting.

Fashion Sketching (2-Hour Private)

The New York Sewing Center @ 246 W 38th St, New York, NY

Unlock your creativity and master the art of fashion sketching with personalized lessons at The New York Sewing Center. Bring your own project and learn at your own pace with expert guidance from our instructors. Discover the joy of creating exactly what you want in a private studio setting.

Wet Felting

East Village Hats @ 80 E 7th St, New York, NY

Unleash your creativity and learn the art of transforming merino wool into seamless sculptural forms, perfect for making hats, bags, and vessels. Join us for a magical felting workshop where you'll create strong and texturally interesting fabric, with no skills necessary. All materials provided.

4-Week Fashion Figure Drawing

Esaie Couture Design School @ 265 W 37th St, New York, NY

This class is an introduction to drawing the human body. Students will illustrate the human body, learn the fundamentals of the human figure, explore creativity and design. Students will utilize techniques to draw the human body including proportion, light, and shadows, and use different media: pencil, charcoal, and watercolor.  Students are required to attend lab hours to enhance their work and work on projects. Homework is required as a part...

Design Bootcamp (Beginner)

Esaie Couture Design School @ 38 W 32nd St, New York, NY

This is a great class for those interested in Fashion Design. Learn the basic techniques of how to DESIGN, SKETCH, DRAPE and SEW. Get step-by-step instructions to design and make a sample in just 3 days, 4 hours each day. You'll feel so accomplished as you learn how a designer works. Sketching and fashion drawing techniques Fabric rendering Basic draping Sewing-machine operation Stitches: regular stitch, curved stitch, top stitch, basting...

Photoshop & Illustrator for the Fashion Industry

NYIM Training @ 185 Madison Ave, New York, NY

Illustrator Bootcamp for Fashion: Level 1

383 Design Studio @ 116 W 23rd St, New York, NY

Do you need to know how to put your hand drawn flats into the computer? Do you need to create digital flat sketches? Then, this class is for you! Students will learn Illustrator basics and techniques specific to the fashion industry. We will focus a larger part of the class on learning the pen tool and using it to draw flat sketches. We will complete 1 - 2+ sketches in class (depending on the speed and efficiency of the student); establish a color...

Beginner Bespoke Dress/Gown

Esaie Couture Design School @ 38 W 32nd St, New York, NY

This patented Italian system frees you from the fit problems and design limitations of commercial patterns, giving you the freedom to go from design to garment using documented, easy-to-follow methods. The coursework is accessible for new students, but rich enough to excite experienced seamstresses. This special system was devised By Laura Congia (Italian fashion designer and dressmaker) and is used in her own school Scuola di Moda Sartoriale and...

Custom Bridal and Evening Wear: The Italian Method

Esaie Couture Design School @ 38 W 32nd St, New York, NY

In this bridal and evening wear dressmaking intensive, a visiting Italian instructor, possessing years of experience in Sartorial techniques, is coming to New York to teach formal dressmaking - the Italian way. She will lead you through the entire process of creating a custom-made gown in just 2 intense weeks. Course Outline: Hand drawing design silhouettes Fabrication Taking proper body measurements Creation of a made-to-measure paper pattern...

CAD Design For The Fashion Industry

NYIM Training @ 185 Madison Ave, New York, NY

Fashion Illustration Workshop with Katie Rodgers

92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

Discover the art of fashion illustration with famed artist Katie Rodgers. Learn more about Katie’s road from designer to Internet sensation, and then create fashion illustrations inspired by Katie’s work with top brands like Cartier, Christian Louboutin, Estée Lauder and more. Supply List: Please bring these supplies to the workshop:  Watercolors or water based paint of choice (gouache or acrylic)  Paintbrushes (Not too large) ...