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Beginner Sewing Classes NYC

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Unlock your creativity and master the art of sewing with beginner sewing classes in NYC. Learn essential techniques, create stylish garments, and gain the confidence to bring your own unique designs to life.

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Intro to Patchwork & Quilting

Keaton Quilts @ 150 W 28th St, New York, NY

Learn all the basics of quilting and create your own mini quilt in this workshop. From cutting fabric to binding the quilt, you'll gain essential skills while enjoying the art of patchwork. Supplies included!

(1) Beginner 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$109
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Sewing instruction

Skill Mill NYC @ 949 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY

Learn to sew. Make a tote bag, cell phone case, patchwork quilt projects, skirt, apron or bring your own project. Skill Mill NYC’s Sew & Such classes are for all skill levels. Learn the basics of using a sewing a machine (we have them) and make a fun project. Use our materials or bring your own. Great as a "bring a friend" activity. ​Come once or for several sessions. 

(3) All levels 18 and older
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Intro to Sashiko

Keaton Quilts @ 150 W 28th St, New York, NY

Learn the art of Sashiko, a traditional Japanese embroidery technique, and create charming coasters in this hands-on class. Master the art of easy hand-stitching and discover how to use Sashiko to decorate or reinforce cloth and clothing. All supplies included.

(1) Beginner 18 and older
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English Paper Piecing

Keaton Quilts @ 150 W 28th St, New York, NY

Unleash your creativity and master the art of hand-sewing with this unique quilting class. Learn the easy baste method to create stunning Hexagon flowers, perfect for any appliqué project. Supplies included, just bring your imagination!

(1) Beginner 18 and older
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Fashion Design & Sewing Certificate Program

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

Embark on a transformative journey through our comprehensive certification program, mastering the art of fashion design and sewing. From the fundamentals of sewing to advanced pattern making and garment construction, hone your skills under expert guidance. Choose your specialty and elevate your craft to an intermediate level in the heart of New York City.

(313) All levels 10 and older
$1,400

4 sessions

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Kids' Advanced Sewing & Fashion Camp (Ages 12-14)

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

Skirt and Scrunchie Kids Class on Zoom: Supplies Included In this class, we teach students how to make a fun outfit that any kid would be excited to wear. It's the perfect way to get the child in your life started with a new hobby. Let's turn that interest in fashion into a new passion for creating! This elastic waist skirt is simple to make and fit to herself while they develop a new skill that will inspire confidence and creativity. The matching...

(313) Beginner 12 - 14 years old
No upcoming schedules
$400

5 sessions

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Sewing 101: Create What You Want (2-Hour Private)

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

Unlock your creativity and master the art of sewing 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.

(313) All levels 10 and older
No upcoming schedules
$120
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Sewing 101: Basics (Private)

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

Discover the joy of sewing as we take you back to the basics in this inspiring workshop. Learn how to confidently use a sewing machine and explore various stitches and seam finishes. Whether you're a beginner or need a refresher, this class is perfect for you!

(313) Beginner 10 and older
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Summer Dress Bootcamp

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

Summer is coming, and this class is the perfect opportunity to make yourself a stylish and comfy dress or top! This pattern has lots of options for modifications--you can make the dress longer, shorter, with or without ruffles, tie or straight shoulder straps, and you can even make this dress into a top, if you'd like! Pick out a fun fabric and make this project your own. PROJECT: summer dress or top FABRIC AND SUPPLIES: The pattern is included,...

(313) All levels 10 and older
No upcoming schedules
$375

4 sessions

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Knit Jumpsuit: Pattern Included

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

Learn the secrets of sewing with knits and create a fashionable jumpsuit perfect for any occasion. This class at The New York Sewing Center teaches you how to work with stretchy fabrics and create a comfortable yet stylish one-piece garment. Say goodbye to zippers and buttons and hello to effortless chic!

(313) Beginner 10 and older
No upcoming schedules
$300
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Coat and Jacket

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

Revamp your wardrobe and create your own stylish coat or jacket in this sewing class! Learn new techniques, work with different fabrics, and master pockets, bindings, and buttonholes. Get cozy and start sewing for the colder seasons ahead!

(313) Intermediate 10 and older
No upcoming schedules
$375

4 sessions

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Custom Jeans

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

Discover the secrets to sewing your own personalized jeans that fit like a dream at The New York Sewing Center. Master pattern alterations, seam finishes, and fit techniques to create jeans you'll never want to take off. Pre-requisite: Sewing 101 class completion.

(313) Intermediate 13 and older
No upcoming schedules
$375

4 sessions

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Cosmetic Zip Pouch

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

If you are anything like us at The New York Sewing Center, you can’t get enough of the chic and trendy bags the designers come out with each season. Why not learn to make your own?  In this workshop, you’ll get an introduction to some basic sewing fundamentals all while creating your own zip cosmetic pouch. PROJECTS: A completed designer influenced zip pouch SUPPLIES AND FABRIC: All included PREREQUISITE: None!

(313) All levels 10 and older
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6-Month Garment Construction

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

This intensive training course teaches you to operate and use sewing equipment, tools and construction techniques.  The program includes instruction and ‘hands on’ experience in all aspects of apparel construction. You will also need to understand and solve fitting and pattern problems, learn and experiment with specialty fabrics. Graduates of this program may be employed in the apparel industry or may choose to work for her/himself. ...

(334) Beginner 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$1,795

24 sessions

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Sewing 102

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

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 pattern. Each student will come to class week one ready to go with a preselected pattern and fabric...

(313) Intermediate 10 and older
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Sewing Lessons: Create What You Want (1-Hour Private)

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

Unlock your creativity and learn sewing at your own pace with personalized private lessons at The New York Sewing Center. Bring your project and receive expert guidance and support to create something unique and beautiful. The schedule is flexible and subject to availability.

(313) All levels 10 and older
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Sewing Techniques (4 Week)

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

Sewers are taught a repertoire of techniques to drop into their “tool box” of skills, that when added to a garment, sets it apart. The student can use these “tools” to upgrade the quality of any garment they choose to make. Students will have homework assignments and a final critique. Course Outline: Learn a specialized set of sewing machine skills Learn proper hand sewing techniques  Learn to make various kinds of darts, gathers,...

(334) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$450

4 sessions

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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,...

(334) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$2,695

27 sessions

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Sewing 102: Sewing Lounge w/ A Sewing Expert to Help

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

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 pattern. Each student will come to class week one ready to go with a preselected pattern and fabric...

(313) Intermediate 10 and older
No upcoming schedules
$225

6 sessions

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4-Week Ladies Shirt or Blouse Making

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

Get step by step instructions to make your own shirt or blouse, using a commercial pattern. Then, learn  to assemble it, attaching collars and sleeves, interfacing, understitching, pockets, topstitching, clean finish seams inside, various hand stitching, hem stitching, and more... Skills & Techniques: Tools and terminology Stitches: Regular stitch, topstitch, basting, understitching Seam finishes: Zig zag, Booked Seam Preparing, marking,...

(334) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$325

4 sessions

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