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Sewing & Textile Classes Los Angeles

Learn the art of sewing and textiles in Los Angeles with classes ranging from beginner sewing techniques to advanced textile design, where participants can develop skills in pattern making, fabric manipulation, and garment construction.

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Understanding the Commercial Pattern

The Sewing Studio

Bring in your Vogue, Simplicity, Burda, Butterick, McCall or any other patterns, and in 3 short hours, we will translate…(is it Greek?) the sewing instructions for you.  You will leave with an understanding on how to read and how to correctly follow the steps illustrated in the pattern. You will be so glad to finally understand the marks, lines and numbers on the pattern to make it fit your measurements.

(1) All levels 18 and older
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Infinity Wrap Dress Workshop

The Sewing Studio

This Infinity Dress captures two trends of the season, our V-neck goddess dress is in a knit fabric with an empire waist for an extra flattering silhouette. This amazing dress can  be wrapped and worn in multiple ways and you will love how easy it is to make and wear. 

(1) All levels 18 and older
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Sewing Basics

The Sewing Studio @ 107 S Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, CA

Bring in your old, new, or borrowed sewing machine or use one of ours, and in 3 short hours you will jump-start yourself right into making your own clothing or home decor items! Learn sewing machine basics, including how to thread and operate a machine, how to choose the right fabric for your sewing projects, the essential tools of the trade, how to read a commercial pattern and watch us demonstrate simple sewing how-to's just for you.  Practice...

(1) Beginner 18 and older
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Get Your Knit On - Snood Operator

Wool and the Gang

Unravel with friends and learn a new craft at a Wool and the Gang Knit Party! You’ll have on-hand knitting help from our Gang of knitters on the night PLUS you will also receive exclusive access to our video tutorials after the party, so we're there every step of the way to get you to the finish line :) Your kit contains all the materials you will need including our Crazy Sexy Wool, rosewood knitting needles and easy-to-follow pattern. And...

(7) All levels 21 and older
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Get Your Knit On - Happy Daze Hat

Wool and the Gang

Unravel with friends and learn a new skill at a Wool and the Gang Knit Party!   Upon arrival you will receive your Happy Daze Hat kit that contains all the materials you will need including our Crazy Sexy Wool, a set of rosewood knitting needles and an easy-to-follow pattern that includes instructions for three difficulty levels -  ­beginner, easy and intermediate.   You’ll receive on-hand knitting help from our Gang of knitters...

(7) All levels 18 and older
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Workshop: From Concept to Finished Garment

Fashion Business Inc.

Introduction to the Design Process: From Concept to Finished Garment This 4 hour workshop will cover the following: How to read a sketch from designer What is a pattern? What is a sample? What is draping? What is the difference between woven and knit fabrics? What is a first patternmaker versus a Production patternmaker? What is cut and sew? What does a pattern require for garment dye or sublimated garments? What is the difference between...

(1) Beginner 18 and older
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Photoshop for Textiles and Surface Design 2016

Fashion Business Inc.

In this workshop we will be learning technical procedures as well as creative techniques! Learn how to; Manage Color – Sync your Monitor with your files to insure the integrity of your colors! For Mac or PC Selecting the right color profileSelecting the right color model Proper resolutions for Textile and Surface Design Create random repeats that tile correctly Create geometric repeatsCreate off-setting patterns (half-drops) Learn color...

(1) All levels 18 and older
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Baby Hat and Sock Set

Zoe Zeynep Knit Studio @ 7201 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA

In this class you will learn to knit a baby beanie with a crochet flower and baby socks from the toe up using methods such as magic loop, no wrap short rows, and invisible bind off. Required MateriaLs: This class will require sock yarn or fingering weight yarn and at least 36” size 2 or 3 circular needles recommended for magic loop method.  Note: Must already know how to crochet for the flower which is optional

All levels 7 and older
No upcoming schedules
$120

4 sessions

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Knitting in the Round Workshop

Zoe Zeynep Knit Studio @ 7201 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA

Students will learn to knit in the round using three different techniques– double pointed needles, magic loop, and 2 circular needles. In the first workshop you will learn to knit in the round using three different techniques– double pointed needles, magic loop, and 2 circular needles. The second workshop will incorporate knitting in the round to complete a pair of basic fingerless gloves.

All levels 7 and older
No upcoming schedules
$75

2 sessions

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Quilting I

Mayhall's Sewing Center

In this class you will make a 50”x50” Sampler / 4 different blocks, using strip piecing techniques. Blocks included are:  Log Cabin, Courthouse Steps, Nine-Patch and Fence Rail.  You will learn how to cut and prepare fabric, construct blocks and assemble into a quilt top.

Beginner 14 and older
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Beginning Sewing

Mayhall's Sewing Center

Learn the basic use of your sewing machine – threading, winding a bobbin, etc. The techniques to be taught in this class include: Machine operation and basic maintenance Seams and seam finishes Top stitched hems Simple zipper insertion Elastic casings There will be 3 projects: 1. Pillowcase–Techniques: Straight stitching and French seams. 2. Inside‐out bag–Techniques: Seam finishes, Zipper insertion (Kit fee‐10.00). 3. Loose...

Beginner 13 and older
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Knitted Colorwork Ornaments

The Knitting Tree, LA @ 1031 W. Manchester Blvd. #2, Inglewood, CA

Learn (or brush up on) stranded two-color knitting, and make some quick, fun holiday decorations or last-minute gifts! Don't celebrate Christmas or want ornaments? This is also a great way to make a soft toy for small children. Materials needed: Yarn: Any smooth wool, wool-blend, or acrylic yarn will work. You need at least 2 highly contrasting colors in the same weight. This is a great project for using up small leftover balls of yarn...

(75) Intermediate 18 and older
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5 Minute Sideways Garter Stitch Beanie

The Knitting Tree, LA @ 1031 W. Manchester Blvd. #2, Inglewood, CA

Learn to knit a hat in no time in this fast-paced course at The Knitting Tree, LA. It will teach you how to measure and size hats and master techniques like provisional cast on, yarn over short rows, and garter grafting. Perfect for quick holiday gifts!

(75) Intermediate 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$45

2 sessions

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Finishing Workshop

The Knitting Tree, LA @ 1031 W. Manchester Blvd. #2, Inglewood, CA

Learn the art of beautifully finishing your knit and crochet items with Annette's guidance at The Knitting Tree, LA. Avoid frustration and achieve perfect seams and borders in this two-hour workshop. Set yourself up for a smooth finish line!

(75) Intermediate 13 and older
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Pick-Up Sticks on a Rigid Heddle Loom

The Knitting Tree, LA @ 1031 W. Manchester Blvd. #2, Inglewood, CA

Use Pick-Up Sticks to create stunning designs on a rigid heddle loom. Elevate your weaving game with this advanced technique.

(75) Intermediate 18 and older
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Serger I

Mayhall's Sewing Center

This class include the many techniques that can be accomplished with the Serger – beyond the finishing of seams. The prerequisite for the serger classes are the operational classes given by dealers to learn the basics of threading and using the serger. The price for this course includes the fee for workbook and fabric.

Beginner 14 and older
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How to Use TukaDesign for Making Patterns

Fashion Business Inc. @ 110 E 9th St, Los Angeles, CA

In this course, you will: Make a pattern from measurement or from a reference block. How to add style lines and cut them out with seam allowance. Adding drill holes and button placements. Truing a pattern and walk the pieces. How to add shrinkage’s to a zero block or an existing block that has shrinkage built in it. How Tukadesign can make a pattern card with the pieces from your style. Import a picture or a Illustrator sketch j-peg format....

(1) All levels 18 and older
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6-Day Intensive Shoemaking

Brooklyn Shoe Space

You can make shoes, boots, or sneakers of your own design. This will be a cemented shoe construction class, and is aimed for beginners and or repeat students. As this is a traveling class, we will be jumping right into patternmaking from day 1 after a crash course on the importance of lasts, and how to measure your feet. Then, you will draw on your last to see your designs in 3d, then create a paper pattern of your designs. Second day, you...

(191) Beginner 15 and older
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$2,000

6 sessions

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