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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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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...

(311) Intermediate 10 and older
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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...

(311) 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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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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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...

(162) Beginner 16 and older
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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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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...

(557) 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...

(557) 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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