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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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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...

(1070) Beginner 18 and older
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$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
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$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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Mindful Make & Take: Knit a Cozy Hat

Back Porch Soap Company @ 711 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY

The weather is getting cool and it's time to get cozy and knit! Come make a beautiful hat for yourself or to give as a gift. You'll learn the pattern and will be able to make more at home! In this fun workshop we are going to dive into the purl stitch to create beautiful ribbing and make a beautiful knitted hat. Students will begin the project in class and depending on their knitting pace may need to bring the project home with a clear understand...

(164) Beginner 16 and older
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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...

(559) Beginner 18 and older
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Sew A Swimsuit

Brooklyn Craft Company @ 61 Greenpoint Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Yes you can sew your own amazing swimsuit. Learn all you need to know and leave with a customized, finished suit in this three-week series.  Summer will be here before you know it, so get ready to greet the hot temps in style with a cute suit, sewn by you. Didn’t think such a thing was possible? Well it is, and we promise you can do it in our three-week course. Led by expert sewing blogger, Sonja Gingerich, you’ll learn how to stitch up...

(559) All levels 18 and older
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$225

3 sessions

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Introduction to Draping for Fashion (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 draping, whether for personal enjoyment, portfolio development or professional purposes. Course Outline: Learn to properly measure and fit the body form Understand the fundamental concepts of draping fabric on a dress form  Drape basic front and back bodice  True the sloper to create a finished pattern  ...

(334) Beginner 13 and older
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Knit a Cowl

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

Discover how to knit in the round using circular needles to create your own cozy cowl. Casting on and joining in the round will be explained and practiced, as well as the differences between circular and flat knitting. The design and various constructions of a cowl will be explored, enabling students to customize existing patterns or design their own. Students should know how to cast on, bind off, and do knit and purl stitches. Supply List: Please...

(1070) All levels 18 and older
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Introduction to Sinamay

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

Discover the art of working with sinamay, a lightweight straw from the Philippines, and create your own beautiful fascinator adorned with sculpted flowers, feathers, and more. Let your creativity shine in this class and leave with a unique, airy accessory for any occasion.

(36) All levels 10 and older
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$350
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Innovative Scraps Hats

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

Discover the secrets of innovative millinery in this hands-on workshop at East Village Hats. Learn how to create stunning cocktail hats using scraps and old hats, and leave with a set of tricks to unleash your creativity. No skills are necessary and all materials are provided.

(36) All levels 10 and older
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$350
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Make Your Felt Hat

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

Discover the art of hat-making as you learn to block and finish your own felt hat. Unleash your creativity and create a stylish addition to your wardrobe with the guidance of expert instructors. Basic hand-sewing skills are a must for this workshop.

(36) All levels 10 and older
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$325
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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...

(334) Beginner 16 and older
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Intro to Garment Sewing: Wiksten Shift Dress (2 Parts)

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 two-evening 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 body....

(559) Beginner 18 and older
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$155

2 sessions

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Sew a Saltwater Slip Dress (1-Day Intensive)

Brooklyn Craft Company @ 165 Greenpoint Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Craft a flowing and elegant slip dress perfect for summer days in this saltwater fabric sewing class. Discover the secrets to achieving a flattering fit and timeless style in this hands-on workshop.

(559) Beginner 18 and older
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$165
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Teva Durham's Groundbreaking Design Support

The Yarn Company @ 2274 Broadway, New York, NY

This class offers guided inspiration to hone an individual voice and signature design style. There will be monthly themes to explore and creativity exercises that draw on various disciplines and make use of improvisation, clustering etc. We will also share stumbling blocks in the design process, difficult decisions and breakthrough moments. It can be lonely trying to make your mark as a handknit designer: knitting and drafting patterns into the...

(76) All levels 18 and older
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$300

12 sessions

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