Sewing & Textile Classes in Chicago, IL

Let's relieve a lil stress, have fun and make a scarf! Learn a new skill and enjoy fellow creatives in this virtual knitting circle. All levels are welcome. No prior experience is necessary. This online class will be provided via Zoom videoconferencing service. To participate, you will need a smartphone or computer with a microphone (or headphones)...

In this fun and relaxing class, you'll learn the basics of hand embroidery that you can hang on your wall or stitch it on totes, pillows, or one-of-a-kind tees that will showcase your newfound skills and be totally on-trend! In two hours you'll learn: how to prep your hoop how to transfer an embroidery pattern onto fabric the basics of selecting...

In this class you will learn all of the basic stitches and techniques including how to thread sewing machine and wind a bobbin. In this class series you will create a sample binder of personal seam and technique samples, that will have everything you have learned in it!  You can reference this when you are working on a project and forget exactly...

From this class, you will design a cardholder, and be introduced to basic leather making tools. You will learn how to construct a cardholder, and use techniques, such as saddle-stitching, sanding, and edge-painting.  Due to COVID-19, we are only running online classes at this moment. Please book a session at least 10 days in advance, as we...

Learn to make this perfect, real leather tote bag that fits everything in just 2 hours! This will go with you everywhere and goes day to night with every outfit! Project: Leather Tote Bag Supplies & Fabric: All included and shipped (Black or seasonal color options) leather & faux leather available. Prerequisite: Sewing 101 or...

Due to COVID-19, we are only running online classes at this moment.  From this class, you will design a cardholder, and be introduced to basic leather making tools. You will learn how to construct a cardholder, and use techniques, such as saddle-stitching, sanding, and edge-painting. Tools are not included. Items needed are listed below: ...

Back by popular demand!  Our Tea Towel Apron Workshop sold out in May - so we've added the live Zoom workshop again in September! Join us for a Saturday morning workshop and discover the beauty of old French textiles by creating something new out of something old!  We've teamed up with some of our favorite French General teachers to offer...

Learn the ancient Japanese art of Shibori or indigo tie-dye. First students will learn techniques for tying, folding, and dipping your fabric. Then students will learn how to prepare a vat of indigo. Due to social distancing this workshop will be a virtual workshop. I recommend setting it up in a place where you can get a little messy (due to...

Want to design and create your own leather goods? Handmake your own luxury leather products through our Handbag Making Class. We will cover all basic skills for handbag design, pattern making, and technical skills, including cutting, bonding, edge-painting. Saddle stitching and the usage of high-end leather materials will be instructed. Due to COVID-19,...

Using our antique cotton French smock, Molly will show you how to block print a floral garden along the hem and then fill in with creative stitches. Join us for a Saturday morning with the talented Molly Meng. You’ll learn to create and carve your very own "block" for printing with ink and paint on fabric and paper. You’ll learn about transferring...

So you know the basics of sewing--what's next? Our Little Black Dress class is the perfect next step after taking our Sewing 101 class or if you know some sewing basics but want to learn a bit more about dress making. In this class, we will be working from the same pattern and going through making your little black dress every step of the way! You...

Sewing and patternmaking instruction in the age of Coronavirus. Enjoy a two hour socially-distanced learning experience from the comfort of your own home. Classes will be streamed directly to you via Zoom or Facetime. Available for all skill levels. Notes: Scheduling for private lessons is flexible and subject to the instructor's availability. ...

In this 3-session class (each session is two hours) you’ll get a general overview of sewing with hands-on demonstrations of the basic tools, techniques & patterns. The classes are geared to new sewing customers. Class size is small so you’ll be able to work closely with your instructor. And you don’t even need to own a sewing machine! Have...

Now that you’ve “taken to” quilting, this is the PERFECT CLASS TO FURTHER YOUR SKILLS! Learn new blocks, new cutting techniques and TAKE YOUR QUILTING TO THE NEXT LEVEL! Master the cutting & piecing techniques you learned in Beginning Quilt Basics 101 with the addition of the Log Cabin Quilt, and its variations, and the Flying...

Learning to sew pajama pants is a terrific progression on your beginning sewing journey. Easy! Suitable for all sewing levels! Plus, they are comfortable and quick to make - soon you’ll be making pairs  for everyone! Fabric and supplies not included Prerequisite: Beginning Sewing class or prior sewing experience