CLASSES FOR KIDS, TEENS & ADULTS:
Everybody is welcome to sign up for new classes.
If you like to learn how to make and design clothes the professional way. This program is for you!
There are different classes available. There are classes for beginners, who need to start from very basic such as learning how to thread a sewing machine, learning all basic sewing techniques, seam and hem finishes, fabrics and more. There are also classes for people who would like to advance their skills in sewing, patternmaking, draping on mannequins, sketching, tailoring and learning to design and make clothes the professional way. Advance classes are a college level program that is taught by a professional who has many years of industry experience.
If you don't know which class will be better for you, please give us a call. We'll talk to you and try to figure out your skill level and then suggest a program that would better suit your interests and goals.
We also, offer private classes. If you are planning to take a private class, we also need to have a consultation with you, where we will establish your skill level and interests. The study program will be designed especially for you, based on your knowledge level, so you could get what you are trying to achieve and reach your goal successfully.
The reason for taking these classes is very personal and very different for everyone. Some people like to become designers but cannot afford a fashion school. Some people would like to go to a Fashion College but need to get knowledge of the basics before they can get admitted to their dream school. Some people would like to open their sewing businesses; some just would like to learn how to sew for themselves and for their family members. Some would like to get training to go and work in the industry as technical designers and other....it is all very personal for everyone...
If you have any questions regarding the classes or materials needed for a class, please contact us, we'll help you to get everything you'll need for your class. In the studio, there are some materials available for your use during the class, free of charge.
New for Teens and Adults!
We are partnering with Longmeadow Parks & Recreation. The following classes will be offered at their facility, at Old Town Hall of Longmeadow.
1. Beginner Basic Pattern Making for Ages 13 & over
This class is a perfect opportunity for anyone desiring to make their own clothing. Participants will learn how to take body measurements and build patterns. One pattern will be for a basic straight skirt and the other will be a skirt with a gathered waist.
2. Basic Sewing for Ages 13 & over
This class is a continuation of Basic Pattern Making. Participants should bring the patterns they made in the previous class and will learn how to cut a pattern and sew a skirt. If you did not take the Beginner Basic Pattern class, then a pattern can be purchased and brought to class. Participants will learn how to professionally finish side seams, hems, sew a waist band, insert a zipper, make a button hole, and sew a button and more. Participants will be introduced to different fabrics and special seams and hems depending upon fabric selected.
3. Make a Creative Tote Bag for Ages 17 & up
Would you like to learn how to make your own bag or tote with a creative design? Learn color blocking technique, appliqués and other creative methods.
4. Open Sewing for Ages 8 & up
Do you have a specific project that you have started and just haven’t had time to finish it? Or do you have a project that you do not know how to get started on? Would you like to learn some professional ways to finish your sewing project or do an alteration? You are welcome to join the “Open Sew” class and work under supervision of a teacher, learn new techniques and improve your skills.
5. Alterations for Ages 17 & up
This class is a perfect opportunity for anyone to learn how to do basic alterations to their clothes. Learn how to shorten jeans with a regular or original hem and the proper way to hem a skirt or pair of jeans.
6. Basic Alterations 2 for Ages 17 & up
This class is a perfect opportunity for anyone who would like to learn how to do basic garment alterations or learn how to change a zipper on a skirt or a pair of pants. You will also learn how to make a dress or jacket fit at the waist and the different zipper types and how to install them.
7. Make a Shrug for Ages 8 & up
Would you like to learn how to make clothing for yourself? Here is your chance. Start from basics. Learn how to cut fabric using paper patterns and learn basic sewing methods. Be creative. Decorate your shrug and have fun!
8. From Jeans to a Skirt in Less than Two Hours for Ages 16 & up
Bring your old pair of jeans and learn how to make a skirt out of them. Lean some new techniques. Basic knowledge of operating your sewing machine is needed. Meet people with the same interest. Have some fun!
9. Creative Basic Sewing for Ages 14 & up
This class is designed for adults and teenagers. It is taught using easy to understand techniques. Students will learn how to thread and operate their sewing machine, and learn how to lay patterns on fabric and the proper way to cut a pattern out. Participants will be introduced to basic sewing techniques and different fabric types. They will learn how to make a skirt with an elastic band, a tank top, a creative tote bag, a blanket and a pillow and decorate it. This particular program is designed to further develop creativity in students and let them work at their individual levels.
10. Basic Sewing for the Home for all Ages
Participants will learn how to operate their own sewing machine while learning how to make a creative pillow and a blanket, and more. The proper way to make a pattern for the design you want and cut fabric and complete your projects. You will have the opportunity to use your sketching skills when making a creative pattern.
11. Introduction to Fashion Design for Ages 14 & up
Participants will learn about the fashion design industry from a design professional along with the various careers available in the fashion industry. The different price points, markets, fashion trends, color story and how to go about getting the latest information will also be taught. Various fabric types and textures and how they can be used for different styles will be discussed during class. Participants will learn how to go from a fashion idea, putting it on a paper with color and creating a line. Sketching of a fashion figure and technical flat sketch will be introduced. Learn what skills are needed in this field and how to use them.
12. Learn how to spec a garment. Make a pattern of a T-shirt.
Ages: 14 and up; adults
5 SESSION CLASS ( each session is 1 hour 45 min )
Cut out the fabric and sew everything together.
Learn how to use serger.
Learn how to work with knit fabrics.
Learn sewing and patternmaking techniques , be creative and have fun.
13.Creative Basic Sewing - make a skirt, a tote,
a blanket and a pillow (Class #16)
Ages : 8 and up ; 14 and up
10 SESSION CLASS ( each session is 1 hour 45 min )
This class is specifically designed for kids / teenagers.
The class is taught using an easy to understand techniques, specifically for kids and teenagers.
Students will learn how to thread and operate their sewing machine,
learn how to lay pattern on the fabric and cut it out the right way.
Students will be introduced to basic sewing techniques and different fabrics. They will learn how to make a skirt with an elastic waist band, make a creative tote bag, a blanket and a pillow, and decorate it.
Learn how to make special out of basic.
Different creative options and techniques will be introduced to the students.
This program is designed to further develop creativity level in students and let them learn, work, be creative and have fun at the same time.
Most of the patterns will be made in the class. Some patterns will be given to the students.
14. Basic Sketching for Fashion Design #1
(Class #20)
Ages 16 and up; adults
5 SESSION CLASS ( each session is 1 hour 45 min )
Students will learn how to sketch a fashion figure.
Learn the proportions of the fashion figure and make a fashion illustration of their design.
Learn how to make a technical flat sketch.
Learn the techniques for Fashion Sketching.
Learn how to render and make an illustration presentable.
Students will be introduced to different fabrics.
Students will be asked to work on a few design projects and come up with original designs.
The main objective of the class is to let students learn the skills they need to be able to illustrate their ideas on the paper.
Students will have a chance to participate at the seasonal fashion show and show off their work. The dates will be announced during the program
15. Basic Alterations ( Class #21)
Ages: 14 & up; adults
5 SESSION CLASS ( each session is 1 hour 45 min )
This class is a perfect opportunity for anyone to learn how to do basic alterations.
- Learn how to shorten your jeans with a "regular" hem and with an "original hem" methods
- Learn how to fit your garment to get right length either it's a skirt, dress or a pant.
- Learn how to change a zipper
- Practice how to put regular zipper at a fly front pant and invisible zipper at skirt
- Learn how to make a basic dress or a jacket fit at waist, at torso
- Bring your pants , jeans or skirts that need zipper replacements
- Bring your dress or jacket or a top that needs torso alterations
- Learn Ripping techniques, unraveling the seams techniques
- Pressing techniques.
Bring your clothing that needs to be altered and learn how to make it fit you and do the alterations.
Below please view pictures from our First Annual Fashion Show that took place on May 30th, 2009 in East Longmeadow, MA.
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Mia in her own design
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Mia in her own design
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Taylor in her own design
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Allie in her own design
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Allie in her own design
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Logan in her own design
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Carley in her own design
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Carley in her own design
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Kayla in her own design
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Antwan Jones is wearing Fashion Salon's Tuxedo. The Color of the vest and the tie is exactly matching the dress he designed and made for his cousin.
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Fashion Salon's Wedding gown
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