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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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Tote Bag with Pockets

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

This class is perfect for complete beginners & people who have sewn in the past but need a refresher without commit to a 6 week class. You will learn how to use a sewing machine, wind a bobbin, stitch multiple stitches and complete a tote bag with a pocket. During this course you will learn: All of the necessary sewing terminology & equipment How to make the perfect tote bag with pockets Over 6 different types of stitches & seam...

(313) Beginner 10 and older
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$125
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Bucket Hat Workshop

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

We've got a fun new project for summer! In this workshop, you get to make your very own reversible bucket hat! This trendy fashion accessory looks great with so many different outfits, and you get to choose the fabrics you like best so that this can become a staple of your wardrobe! Pattern pieces are pre-cut before the class so you can get right down to it when you arrive and start SEWING. Best of all, this hat is reversible, so you get 2 hats...

(313) All levels 10 and older
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$135
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Sewing Machine Basics (1-Hour Private)

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

Learn the essentials of sewing machine operation and complete a tote bag in this beginner-friendly workshop at The New York Sewing Center. Discover the necessary terminology and equipment, as well as different stitches and seam finishes you can achieve. Perfect for beginners or those needing a refresher, this hands-on class will set you on the path to sewing success.

(313) Beginner 10 and older
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Intimate Apparel

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

Have you ever wanted to make your own lingerie for that perfect bridal shower gift or even better, a gift for yourself? In this class you will learn how to make the perfect lingerie! During this course you will learn: how to sew delicate fabrics lace application Intimate apparel including a nightie and panties. However, you are encouraged to pick a lingerie pattern online that you love and we will work with you to make it happen! Or, you can...

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

4 sessions

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Upcycling Textiles with Synthetic Dyes

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

Learn how to use dye as a creative strategy for repurposing textiles while fostering a sense of joy and experimentation. In this class, we will be using Fiber reactive Procion pigments that produce bright colors and do not bleed when washed. Students will learn to prepare fabrics such as cotton, silk and linen, learn about color and how to mix dyes. They will also experiment with dye application and will be introduced to a variety of techniques...

(1070) All levels 18 and older
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$500

3 sessions

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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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Pattern-Making & Draping

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

Learn how to create block sloper patterns using flat pattern-making techniques together with the art form of draping. This 8-week course is ideal for those beginners or experienced sewers who lack this technical training.  Within 8 weeks, you will build a foundation of slopers and pattern-making understanding that you will be able to utilize once you have completed the course. Once you master this art, design to your heart's content. ...

(334) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$855

9 sessions

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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
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$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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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...

(334) Beginner 18 and older
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$325

3 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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Weaving, Knitting, and Embroidery Paper Collage

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

Create new compositions by weaving images and different types of papers together. Knit with yarn and other found materials, then use thread, wire and string to embroider patterns and bind the materials.

(1070) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$295

2 sessions

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Knitted Lace: Organic Design within Geometric Shapes

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

Knitting in lace is an exploration of positive and negative space. Learn to make these various paired increases/decreases; knit specific stitch patterns designed to focus on lace; incorporate beads; attach a knitted edging to a non-bound-off edge; and learn the formulas for rectangular, circular and triangular shapes. SUPPLY LIST: YARN 2 skeins/balls of smooth (dk weight) yarn (1 each in contrasting light colors) NOTE: This quantity/type...

(1070) All levels 18 and older
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$250

2 sessions

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Mommy & Me

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

We teach students of all ages, but for the first time, we are now offering a class geared toward moms and daughters! In this class, we'll make 2 matching tops. Offered in a variety of fun fabrics and colors, this drawstring neckline top is perfect for summer days. PROJECT: 2 matching summer tops with a drawstring neckline and straps. AGE RANGE: Mothers and their daughters, 7 years old and older. PREREQUISITE: Basic knowledge of a sewing machine...

(313) Intermediate 7 and older
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$175
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