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Learn how to sew like a pro and unleash your creativity with a variety of sewing and textile classes in NYC, including beginner sewing, advanced tailoring, and textile design workshops.

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Beginner Made-to-Measure Italian Dress/Blouse

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

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 her made-to-measure fashion business in Italy, to make patterns and precisely fitted garments for her demanding clients. She will be flying in from Italy to guide you step by step through the different stages of dress or blouse creation, from taking measurements to drawing the paper pattern. Supplemental...

(334) Beginner 18 and older
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$650

3 sessions

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Draping, Drafting and Dressmaking Techniques

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

This 3-month course reveals the basic and more advanced skills you need to become an accomplished dress-maker. Build your knowledge, or expand your current dress-making skills. You'll learn to drape and draft custom dress patterns from scratch, just like the ateliers. Prove your patterns with a toille (muslin). Then you'll learn various construction techniques to complete your original dresses. And, finally, you'll properly fit and adjust the dresses...

(334) All levels 13 and older
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$995

12 sessions

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Ladies Tailored Waistcoat/Vest

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

Take you vest making skills to the next level. SKILLS & TECHNIQUES Learn correct body measurement and garment sizing Block vest pattern construction Draft various vest styles Fabric preparation Laying of patterns Preparation and cutting Learn the process to construct a tailored vest  Shaping the foundation Learn to construct pockets (besom, welt, etc) Working with linings Fitting and complete to a high standard of excellence...

(334) Beginner 18 and older
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$635

8 sessions

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Ladies' Tailored Shirt/Blouse

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

Learn the following skills & techniques: Learn correct body measurement and garment sizing Block shirt pattern construction Draft various shirt styles Fabric preparation Laying of patterns Preparation and cutting Learn every step of this detailed process to construct a custom tailored shirt  Shaping the foundation Fitting and completing the shirt to a high standard of excellence Fabric & Supplies 2 yards of cotton fabric...

(334) Beginner 16 and older
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$635

8 sessions

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Men's Custom Dress Shirt

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

This class is designed for those who are interested in developing the skills necessary for measuring, drafting and constructing men's dress shirts. Learn correct body measurement and garment sizing Block shirt pattern construction Draft various shirt styles Fabric preparation Laying of patterns Preparation and cutting Learn this detailed process to construct a tailored shirt Shaping the foundation Fitting and completing the shirt to a...

(334) Beginner 18 and older
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$635

8 sessions

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Ladies' Tailored Pants

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

Take your pant making skills to the next level. Course Outline: Learn correct body measurement and garment sizing Fabric preparation Learn to read patterns and pattern layout Preparation and cutting Learn the process to construct a tailored pant Learn to construct pockets (besom, welt, etc) Learn the tailor's method to set in a zipper Fit and complete to a high standard of excellence​ Pre-requisites: Sewing experience is necessary....

(334) All levels 18 and older
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$635

9 sessions

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6-Month Ladies' Tailoring

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

This 6-month course is designed for those who are interested in developing the skills necessary for custom tailoring or made-to-measure tailoring. Teaching starts from a very basic level. Students start out learning the theory behind tailoring, then move on to a repertoire of techniques to build a reference file, making samples, then whole garments. Students are given the opportunity to thoroughly develop and master the practical skills and knowledge...

(334) Beginner 18 and older
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$1,875

27 sessions

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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...

(334) Beginner 18 and older
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Hand Knitting (Intermediate/Advanced)

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

Expand your knitting skills way beyond the basics! Focus is on learning techniques (shaping, advanced pattern reading, more intricate stitch patterns, finishing and assembling techniques, including very basic crochet). You are encouraged to bring in your own projects, and/or get suggestions from the instructor on what are the next possibilities in your fabric-making adventure. Supply List: 2 balls/skeins of worsted or dk weight yarn, smooth...

(1068) Intermediate 18 and older
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$242

6 sessions

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Holiday DIY Gifts Workshops

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

Need a place to create, get inspired, and hang out with like-minded crafters and sewists? Well, look no further! You've come to the right place! Come sew, create, make, wrap, and have a great time along the way!  This Workshop is for intermediate levels and creates a space to work on all gifting projects around the holiday season. We have lots of sewing kits to choose from, or you can bring your own supplies and work on what you want. With...

(313) Intermediate 10 and older
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Machine Sewing Doctors Hours

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

Bring your burning sewing questions, half-finished projects, and those ambitious pieces you’re waiting to sink your teeth into for one-on-one help with our resident machine sewing expert Diana Rodgers. Diana will help you read a sewing pattern, unpack troublesome techniques, and give general advice and guidance. In this small group experience you’ll have time work on your own project and learn from other’s and the work that they bring. Students...

(1068) All levels 18 and older
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$150
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1 Hour Knitting Lessons (Private)

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

We teach knitting, too! Just getting started? Or want a little extra help on a project that's giving you trouble? We can schedule a private lesson to help! We can teach in our studio, or as an in-home lesson and since a machine is not needed this can also be an outdoor activity! Group options are also available upon request. Supplies: Not included but we are located in the garment district and can guide you where to purchase prior to class! You'll...

(313) All levels 10 and older
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4-Week Draping Fundamentals

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

Learn how to design using the art form of draping. On an industry dress form you'll learn basic draping skills and advanced techniques to express yourself as a designer. Once you master this art, design to your heart's content! Some designers perfect work on the flat pattern, but there is nothing more exciting then designing in 3D and seeing your ideas come to life right in front of your eyes! This course is great for someone who wants to take there...

(334) All levels 18 and older
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$450

4 sessions

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Ladies' Tailored Blazer

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

This class is for those who are interested in developing the skills tailors use to hang a sleeve, attach a collar and make a beautiful collar. Learn correct body measurement and garment sizing Fabric preparation Learn to read patterns and pattern layouts Marking and cutting Learn the process to construct a tailored blazer Shaping the foundation Learn to work with linings Learn to set in sleeves and collars properly Fit and complete to...

(334) All levels 18 and older
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$485

8 sessions

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Knit a Hat

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

Join designer Florence Spurling to learn the basics of knitting to create your own hat. Casting on and joining in the round will be explained and practiced, as well as using double-pointed needles to knit smaller circumferences. Tips on sizing for adults and children, as well as gauge will be explored to give you confidence on obtaining the desired fit. Students should know how to cast on, bind off, and do knit and purl stitches. Supply List: Please...

(1068) Beginner 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$115
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Ladies' Tailored Skirt

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

Hone your skirt making skills with true tailoring methods Learn the correct body measurements and garment sizing Fabric preparation Learning to read patterns and pattern layouts Marking and cutting Learn the process to construct a tailored skirt Work with lining Tailor's method of zipper insertion Tailored waistband attachment Proper pressing and finishing Completing the skirt to a high standard of excellence Pre-requisite: Sewing experience...

(334) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$375

4 sessions

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1-Day Fashion Draping Workshop

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

In these one-day, in-house, beginner intensives, you'll learn the fundamentals of Draping. Draping is the process of creating garments directly in fabric instead of using paper patterns.  This technique teaches the relationship between your fabric, your figure, and fashion in a way that no other method can. You'll use an actual 3 dimensional body (a dress form or a human figure) to learn professional draping skills...

(334) Beginner 13 and older
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$145
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Leather Goods 3D Modeling Course

T-Project New York @ 347 W 36th St, New York, NY

Pattern-making, product development and training classes with Italy's most famous pattern makers and expert technicians. Course Program Introduction to Hand Sketching Introduction to 3D-CAD General Notes on Various Types of 3D-CAD Elements of 3D Modelling/Interfaces Ability to Make Simple Shapes in 3D Environment Modelling of Averaged Complex Shapes Modelling of Handbags Renderings/Introduction General Notes on Rendering Softwares Rendering...

(2) Beginner 18 and older
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$2,500

5 sessions

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Leather Handbag Pattern-Making Course

T-Project New York @ 347 W 36th St, New York, NY

This course is about pattern-making, product development and training classes with Italy's most famous pattern makers and expert technicians. Course Program: Introduction to Pattern-Making with Presentation of Different Constructions Introduction to the Basic Tools for Manual Pattern-Making Construction of T Side Handbag; Cut and Assembly of Microfiber Construction of Side Band Handbag and Its Variants; Cut and Assembly of Microfiber Construction...

(2) All levels 18 and older
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$2,500

10 sessions

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Leather Handbag Pattern Making Course

T-Project New York @ 347 W 36th St, New York, NY

Taught by two accomplished experts from Italy, the course focuses on creating complete patterns for the most popular construction groups, that is, bags sewn upside down or with piping. Program Designing a leather handbag: Introduction to hand sketching Introduction to the basic tools for manual pattern making Introduction to pattern making with presentation of different constructions Group 1 - Shoulder bag with flap Group 2 - Boston bag...

(2) All levels 18 and older
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$1,500
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