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3-Day Summer Bootcamp

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

We'll teach you all you need to know to make stylish (and simple) pieces for yourself or others, even as a new sewer! Learn on our sewing machines or bring your own. Get step-by-step instructions to make a beach bag, sarong, and sun dress in just 3 half days or 3 evening workshops, 3 hours each session. You'll feel so accomplished as you learn to layout and cut patterns, assemble your garments, clean finish seams inside, make fit adjustments. Learn...

Sew Simple Beginner Sewing Workshop

Esaie Couture Design School @ 325 W 38th St, New York, NY

Women, men, teens....learn to sew! In this project-based, two hour beginner sewing class, we'll teach you sewing basics (threading a machine, loading a bobbin, machine control, various machine stitches), even while making the trendiest item out there! You'll make a zippered pouch which can be used as a fold-over clutch, a kindle/ipad/device cover or a stand alone cosmetic case. You'll be proud to carry (and show-off) your custom pouch. And, don't...

Virtual Workshop: Sewing 101: Make a Skirt

Brooklyn Craft Company @ 165 Greenpoint Ave, Brooklyn, NY

For total beginners--if you've been wanting to learn to sew or you haven't touched a machine in years, this is the virtual 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 seam How to measure the body properly for garment fitting How to cut fabric accurately Pinning...

Introduction to Sewing Techniques (Intensive)

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

This one-day intensive is for the absolute beginner or those with minimal experience who want to learn the fundamentals of sewing, whether for personal enjoyment, portfolio development or professional purposes. Learn a basic set of sewing guidelines and machine skills Learn key sewing terms and concepts Learn various seams, seam finishes, and inner construction Learn techniques in pressing and finishing Q&A Q: Can I make up a class...

Dress

Brooklyn Craft Company @ 61 Greenpoint Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Intro to Garment Sewing: Wiksten Shift Dress (1 Day)

Brooklyn Craft Company @ 165 Greenpoint Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Ready to take your sewing skills to the next level? Learn to sew garments from a pattern in this advanced-beginner workshop! If you want to learn to sew from a pattern, gain an understanding of garment construction, and begin sewing your own clothes, this is the workshop for you! In this one-day intensive workshop, you'll gain an understanding of sewing from a purchased pattern, AND you'll sew a super-cute dress or top, custom made to fit your...

Basic Sewing

Esaie Couture Design School @ 1122 Coney Island Ave, Brooklyn, NY

This 5 session class reveals the techniques you need to know to read a pattern, cut properly and sew to completion - a top, skirt or dress.  In each of these classes, you'll create another piece for your wardrobe. Course Outline: Learn about and choose appropriate fabrics and notions Learn to measure your body properly Learn to read and custom fit a commercial pattern  Learn to prepare fabric for layout cutting and marking Learn...

Private Sewing Lesson; 3 hours

Better Than Jam's Store & Studio @ 10 Grattan St, Brooklyn, NY

Don't be afraid of your sewing machine!  Book and then schedule a time that works for you.  The calendar shows availability every Monday evening, but other dates/times possible. An email will be sent with sign up to discuss a date/time that works for both of us.  Generally I am available weekday/end evenings and some Friday mornings. Always wanted to learn how to sew, or have a special project you need help with, but a bit intimidated?...