Our kid’s programs are designed to foster a sense of Confidence, Problem Solving and Creativity through Fashion & Personal Expression!
NO PRIOR SEWING EXPERIERECE REQUIRED!
For this program we’ve blended our love of sustainable fashion with mindful practices that are focused on helping our students in areas of creativity, confidence, problem solving and brain development.
Confidence: Children develop healthy sense of pride and confidence when they complete a project and get to walk out wearing their creations!
Problem-solving: We put those critical thinking skills to use! Students will plan and execute their project designs and learn how to problem solve as accidents/mistakes occur. To think critically and develop solutions students are encouraged to think outside the box, get experimental in the design process by trying new things and make changes on the fly.
Brain health: The focus and mental stamina needed to complete projects can greatly aid brain develop.
See below for the current course schedule, cost and registration.
Each of our kids Sewing and Fiber Arts courses features a focus on upcycling and sustainable fashion we recommend students shop their closets for project items. Students will need to bring in 5 to 7 clothing items to work on during class.
Students Must Bring in Their Own Clothing Items to upcycle!
When selecting pieces, consider the fabric. Denim, cotton and other mid-weight, low stretch materials will be easiest to work with for beginners.
Recommended items include:
Jeans, Jackets, Skirts, Shirts, Dresses
Hoodies, T-shirts, Sweats, Athletic Apparel
Tote or Cargo Bags
Hats - Bucket Hats, Sun Hats, Knit Caps
Aprons
Pillow Cases, Curtains, Home Decor Items
What’s included:
IN STUDIO: The price includes all necessary fabric, machinery, hand tools, needles and threads, steam irons, large scale craft paper, and workbook. Students are welcome to bring their own sewing machine and fabric, if desired. Students will bring in their own clothing items to upcycle.
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5 Week Sewing - Kids Upcycling Design Classes
This 5 week class is perfect for students of all sewing levels: complete beginners who have never worked with a sewing machine, to those who are wanting to learn how to make pillows and tote bags and even those are ready to begin making garments of varying styles and complexities.
Students will:
1. Learn components of the sewing machine
2. Learn how to load bobbin & thread the sewing machine
3. Learn how to balance the thread tension
4. Gain control over the sewing speed and pace
5. Practice different stitches and seam finishes
6. Learn about backstitching and pivoting
7. Learn how to make straight tapered darts and inseam pockets
8. Learn how to measure and mark seam allowances
Course cost: $260
Split payment plans available for an additional $25 processing fee
WORKSHOP DATES
IN STUDIO - Sunday, Jan 25th to Feb 22nd - 11am to 2pm
IN STUDIO - Sunday, March 1st to March 29nd - 11am to 2pm
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5 Week Kids Hand Embroidery - Upcycling Design Classes
This 5 week kids class is perfect for independent artsy kids who would love to share their creativity, learn and grow with like minded kids their age.
During this course students will learn 5 Hand Embroidery Stitches, 4 basic stitches and 1 specialty stitch.
1. Running Stitch
2. Whipped Running Stitch
3. Back Stitch
4. Pearl Stitch
5. Pekinese Stitch
Upcycle designs by customizing the:
1. Sleeves
2. Collar
3. Hem
4. Patches/ Pockets
5. Fringe
Cost: $160
Includes all supplies and materials.
Take home Kit $15 - includes hoop, needles and Sew Modest Logo bag.
WORKSHOP DATES:
IN STUDIO - Sunday, Jan 25th to Feb 22nd - 3pm to 5pm
IN STUDIO - Sunday, March 1st to March 29nd - 3pm to 5pm
Meet your instructor:
Gi’ana Horsley
Gi'ana started at Sew Modest Studio when she earned a full tuition scholarship to the Summer Camp program in 2022. After graduating out of the program she began working as our apprentice and is now leading our Kids Sewing Department! Which is amazing since she herself started sewing at just 10 years old and now she is able to help our young sewists bring their fashion dreams to reality. Even though she is young she has incredible talent and has been working tremendously to develop her skills and passion. She's living proof that there is no age requirement for becoming a skilled couturier. Her talent, work and dedication are evident in all her creations. Prior to starting with Sew Modest Studio she took a couple of sewing classes at her high school. Gi'ana currently runs a custom design business in which she creates corsets, prom and special event gowns for clients.
