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Brooklyn Craft Company @ 61 Greenpoint Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Sew a Buckthorn Backpack

Brooklyn Craft Company @ 165 Greenpoint Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Learn to sew a stylish Buckthorn Backpack! You’ll love this zippered top backpack for everyday use.  It features a front pocket for easy access to smaller items, a divided interior pocket to keep everything inside organized, and a flat base. The backpack has adjustable straps and fits tablets, small laptops, and/or notebooks!  This workshop will be a hybrid virtual/ in-person format. All of the sewing will take place at our shop--...

Intro to Garment Sewing: Wiksten Shift Dress (1 Day)

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 one-day intensive 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...

Sew a Zip-Up Hoodie

Brooklyn Craft Company @ 165 Greenpoint Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Learn how to sew a classic wardrobe staple in this hybrid virtual/in-person workshop. Build your sewing skills as you create a zip-up hoodie using the Halifax Hoodie pattern from Hey June Handmade. Discover techniques such as installing a separating zipper and inserting a drawstring.

Intro to Garment Sewing: Shift Dress or Top (1-Day Intensive)

Brooklyn Craft Company @ 165 Greenpoint Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Take your sewing skills to the next level with this advanced-beginner workshop at Brooklyn Craft Company. Learn to sew garments from a pattern and gain an understanding of garment construction. Sew a super-cute dress or top, custom made to fit your body. Leave with the skills and confidence to tackle more garment sewing on your own.

Sew a Saltwater Slip Dress (Weeknights, 2 Parts)

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.

Vintage Bargello Needlepoint: Pattern Making

Brooklyn Craft Company @ 61 Greenpoint Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Bargello is a sixties- and seventies-era style of needlepoint marked by repeating patterns, zig-zaggy designs, and bold color choices. While needlepoint has a reputation for being time-consuming and slow-going, bargello is fast and easy. In this workshop, you’ll learn the basics of bargello as you make a small piece (approximately 8″ square) using vintage needlepoint patterns.  Class will include:  Learning to read a bargello pattern ...

Stretch Fabric Sewing: Men's and Women's Active wear

Esaie Couture Design School @ 1122 Coney Island Ave, Brooklyn, NY

This unisex class reveals the secrets you need to know to sew stretch knits like Sweat shirt fabric, Fleece, T-shirt/Jersey, Spandex and Lycra, etc.  In each of the 5-week session classes, you'll make a project like a Bathing Suit, a Hoodie or Joggers or Leggings. This class is great for those with some basic sewing experience, but have never sewn stretch fabrics. Course Outline: Learn about stretch fabrics and notions needed Learn to...

Knit Baby Booties

Brooklyn Craft Company @ 165 Greenpoint Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Learn to knit as you create a simple, sweet, adorable set of fold-over baby booties in this fun and easy workshop. In just one evening, instructor Amelia Burrus-Granger will lead students through knitting basics as you stitch a pair of newborn baby booties. They make a lovely gift for a parent-to-be, or for your own little one. In this workshop, you'll learn: How to cast on and knit How to choose the correct type of yarn & needle for a baby...

Basic Sewing

Esaie Couture Design School @ 1122 Coney Island Ave, Brooklyn, NY

This 5 session class reveals the techniques you need to know to read a pattern, cut properly and sew to completion - a top, skirt or dress.  In each of these classes, you'll create another piece for your wardrobe. Course Outline: Learn about and choose appropriate fabrics and notions Learn to measure your body properly Learn to read and custom fit a commercial pattern  Learn to prepare fabric for layout cutting and marking Learn...

Open Beginner Knitting

Brooklyn Craft Company @ 165 Greenpoint Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Whether you're a total beginner or a long-lost knitter who needs a refresher or if you've been wanting to learn to get your knit on, this open, ongoing class series is for you! Join us for one session or as many as you need to feel confident in your skills. In this workshop, we'll cover basics of this simple, portable craft of turning string into fabric. With a pair of needles, some yarn and a little basic know-how, you'll be on your way to knitting...

Arm Knit Pillow Workshop

Brooklyn Craft Company @ 165 Greenpoint Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Learn to knit with your arms! in this beginner workshop, you'll learn to make ultra-chunky knits using your own arms as knitting needles! You'll start and finish a chunky knit pillow in this two-hour workshop -- you won't believe how quickly you can whip up a finished piece! All students will leave with a finished knitted pillow, and the knowledge to tackle more arm knitting projects on their own. Skill Requirements:  No prior knitting...

Parisian Knitting Salon

The Yarn Company @ 2274 Broadway, New York, NY

Tricoter en francais! Want to practice your French conversation skills? Found your favorite pattern but it only exists in French? Look no further: our French salon will allow you to do all this and more. Learn to read a pattern in French and converse with our native French teacher, Laure Porché. We will be looking at a different beautiful French pattern each month and breaking it down while chit chatting in the language of love. Basic knowledge...

Free Kids/Tweens Open House

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

KIDS/TWEENS/TEENS ART+DESIGN+SEWING CLASSES FREE OPEN HOUSE Join demo kids sewing classes Meet Fashion Instructors Watch demonstrations Portfolio evaluations Refreshments

FREE OPEN HOUSE

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

ART+DESIGN+SEWING CLASSES FREE OPEN HOUSE Join demo sewing classes Meet fashion instructors Watch demonstrations Portfolio evaluations Refreshments Join us in our new studio in midtown Manhattan, for FREE mini-demo classes: Sewing, Bridal/Eveningwear, Men's Tailoring, etc. While you learn about our New York classes, you will get a chance to meet one of the main instructors from our study abroad program. This is the perfect time to try out...

Introduction to Sewing

Craftsman Ave @ 117B 11th St, Brooklyn, NY

If you are a total beginner, or looking to refine your sewing proficiency, this is a perfect workshop to broaden your knowledge. Starting with a pattern and fabric the class will cut, assemble, and sew their very own color-blocked canvas backpack using a sewing machine.  Students will learn pattern reading, fabrications, construction, sewing machine basics, and finishing techniques.  Important Thing to Note: You’ll take home a drawstring...

Sew a Cleo Overalls Dress

Brooklyn Craft Company @ 165 Greenpoint Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Whether you're new to sewing from a pattern or a more experienced sewer who just wants to tackle something new, this workshop is for you. In this Sunday intensive workshop, you'll gain an understanding of basic garment construction and how to sew from a purchased pattern. You'll leave this class with the skills and confidence to tackle more garment sewing on your own AND with a super cute addition to your wardrobe. This is an all-day...

Sew Wide Leg Pants

Brooklyn Craft Company @ 165 Greenpoint Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Learn to sew PANTS! Join us to amp up your sewing skills in this advanced-beginner workshop!  In this two-evening workshop, you'll gain an understanding of sewing from a purchased pattern, AND you'll sew a chic pair of high-waisted, wide leg pants, custom made to fit your body. You'll leave this class with the skills and confidence to tackle more garment sewing on your own.  You'll learn how to: Measure the body...

Knit a Striped Summer Top

Brooklyn Craft Company @ 165 Greenpoint Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Elevate your knitting skills with our beginner-friendly workshop! Dive into crafting your own sleeveless summer top, mastering essential techniques like knitting stripes and creating a flattering neckline. Say goodbye to scarves and hello to stylish, handmade apparel perfect for warm weather.

Scrumbling! A Special Workshop

The Yarn Company @ 2274 Broadway, New York, NY

Students will learn how to make scrumbles and use them to make a scarf, afghan or vest. For freethinking, freewheeling knitters, crocheters and fiber artists. In this course you will be introduced to the concept of scrumbling, a technique devised by Prudence Mapstone. You will learn to use various fibers and textures in your work and most importantly experience the joy of going with the flow and working without a pattern. In preparation for...