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Square Toe Slipper Making: One-day Comfort & Craft Workshop
Brooklyn Shoe Space See all classes by this school @ 87 Richardson Street, Brooklyn, NY
Discover the craft of handcrafting your own slippers in this hands-on leatherworking class. Learn fundamental stitching techniques while choosing from premium materials like vegetable-tanned leather or wool. No experience is needed. Just bring your creativity and leave with a pair of personalized, comfortable slippers.
Painting with Natural Pigments + Soy Milk
Textile Arts Center See all classes by this school @ 505 Carroll St, Brooklyn, NY
In this class, students will explore natural pigments derived from minerals and earth elements, learning how to create all-natural paints using soy milk for fabric surface designs. Emphasizing skill-building over finished products, the course offers a hands-on approach to experimenting with various fabrics and techniques, with all basic materials provided.
Visible Darning & Mending with a Loom
Brooklyn Craft Company See all classes by this school @ 165 Greenpoint Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Get into the craft of visible darning and mending using a specialty loom at Brooklyn Craft Company. Weave detailed patterns that breathe new life into beloved garments and hand knits. From loom setup to finished stitches, learn techniques that refresh your wardrobe sustainably and with style.
After Workshop: Mending
Textile Arts Center See all classes by this school @ 505 Carroll St, Brooklyn, NY
In this workshop students will learn to mend, patch, and adorn worn cloth with hand-stitching. Students will be introduced to a variety of visible mending techniques, including traditional embroidery stitching, darning, basic patchworking techniques, and the rich history behind different canonized mending styles. We will combine these different techniques to create a unique mending composition on your garment or textile, both personalizing it and repairing it, all at once!Students are encouraged to bring garments or samples in need of mending, as well as beloved scraps and adornments to include in the mending process.
Oct 20th
6:30–9pm ET
Jan 12th
6:30–9pm ET
Jan 26th
6:30–9pm ET
After Workshop: Indigo Dyeing
Textile Arts Center See all classes by this school @ 505 Carroll St, Brooklyn, NY
Discover the ancient art of indigo dyeing in this hands-on class. Learn how to create an organic indigo dye vat and experiment with dying light-colored natural fabrics. Unleash your creativity and bring home beautifully dyed textiles!
Nov 3rd
6:30–9pm ET
Jan 19th
6:30–9pm ET
6-Day Intensive Dream Shoe Making Workshop
Brooklyn Shoe Space See all classes by this school @ 87 Richardson Street, Brooklyn, NY
Turn your footwear ideas into a handcrafted reality while developing practical skills used in professional shoe construction. Through guided, hands-on instruction, you'll learn the complete process of transforming a custom design into a finished wearable piece, from pattern development to final detailing. With personalized support tailored to your experience level, this immersive workshop offers a creative and rewarding way to explore the art and craftsmanship behind custom-made footwear.
Jan 4th
10am–5pm ET
Meets 6 Times
8-day Boot Making
Brooklyn Shoe Space See all classes by this school @ 87 Richardson Street, Brooklyn, NY
Refine your bootmaking expertise through a focused study of precision construction, advanced fit, and professional upper development. This hands-on workshop integrates traditional craftsmanship with modern digital techniques for a comprehensive learning experience. Held across Lancaster, Pennsylvania and Brooklyn, New York, participants complete a full build using provided materials and patterns.
Nov 21st
10am–4pm ET
Meets 8 Times
10-Day Intensive & Make 2 - 3 Pairs
Brooklyn Shoe Space See all classes by this school @ 87 Richardson Street, Brooklyn, NY
Sharpen your shoemaking abilities in an immersive, hands-on setting built for focused creativity and personal guidance. Investigate advanced techniques like sculpting heels and wedges, modifying toe shapes, and developing custom lasts tailored to your designs. From patternmaking to stitching, lasting, and soling, you'll bring multiple original pairs to life. Flexible scheduling and small class sizes provide dedicated support throughout your process.
Dec 2nd
10am–5pm ET
Meets 10 Times
After Workshop: Tapestry Weaving
Textile Arts Center See all classes by this school @ 505 Carroll St, Brooklyn, NY
Dig into the time-honored craft of tapestry weaving. Pick up both traditional and modern methods as you produce striking fabrics and wall hangings. Sharpen your skill set and let creativity loose in this immersive session.
Dec 1st
6:30–9pm ET
Feb 9th
6:30–9pm ET
Belt Making Class
Nazz Forge See all classes by this school @ 52 34th St, Brooklyn, NY
Discover the art of creating timeless leather accessories in this hands-on workshop. Learn the essential techniques of cutting, stamping, and riveting as you craft your own custom belt that will make a lasting impression. Vaccination and safety protocols are required.
One Day Intensive: Embroidery
Textile Arts Center See all classes by this school @ 505 Carroll St, Brooklyn, NY
In this course, students learn traditional embroidery stitches as well as develop their own way of drawing with thread. Students will be introduced to a variety of ways of creating lines and textures on cloth and image transferring techniques.
After Workshop: Embroidery
Textile Arts Center See all classes by this school @ 505 Carroll St, Brooklyn, NY
Step into the artistry of embroidery in our immersive workshop. Learn traditional stitches and tap into your creativity through thread drawing, exploring techniques for crafting intricate designs and textures on fabric. Walk away with new skills, a personalized sampler, and the tools to keep your embroidery journey going.
After Workshop: Wet Felting
Textile Arts Center See all classes by this school @ 505 Carroll St, Brooklyn, NY
Set loose your creativity through resist felting! Sign up for an immersive look at this ancient craft. Learn about shaping distinctive pieces, from bowls to bespoke wearables, in a single eye-opening session.
Soft Sculptures & Inflatables (4 Week)
Textile Arts Center See all classes by this school @ 505 Carroll St, Brooklyn, NY
Discover the craft of transforming flat materials into dynamic 3D forms using air and fillers. Build essential sewing machine skills, learn pattern-making methods, and try out dyeing approaches that bring your pieces to life. Tap into your creative side in a collaborative space, crafting works of art that push past traditional boundaries.
Feb 3rd
6:30–9:30pm ET
Meets 4 Times
After Workshop: Bead Embroidery
Textile Arts Center See all classes by this school @ 505 Carroll St, Brooklyn, NY
Discover the craft of bead embroidery and explore varied techniques for creating one-of-a-kind textile designs in this hands-on workshop. Build skill in stitching, beading, and image transferring to bring a higher level of sophistication to your creations.
After Workshop: Advanced Pom Pom
Textile Arts Center See all classes by this school @ 505 Carroll St, Brooklyn, NY
Pull back the curtain on intricate pom pom designs through our advanced workshop. Sign up for a hands-on session where you'll pick up how to push your pom pom creations to a higher level.
One Day Intensive: Sashiko
Textile Arts Center See all classes by this school @ 505 Carroll St, Brooklyn, NY
Japanese sashiko embroidery strengthens and decorates fabric with striking geometric patterns made entirely from simple straight stitches.
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Sewing 101: Basics
The New York Sewing Center See all classes by this school @ 60 Broadway , Brooklyn, NY
Build a solid sewing foundation in Sewing 101: Basics, the ideal starting point for beginners and anyone looking to refresh their skills. Learn to operate a sewing machine, read commercial patterns, and select the right fabrics for your projects. Work through practical garment construction including skirts and drawstring pants, and develop confidence in professional finishing techniques.
Sewing 101: Bootcamp
The New York Sewing Center See all classes by this school @ 60 Broadway , Brooklyn, NY
Accelerate your sewing capabilities with our intensive Sewing 101 Bootcamp. Grasp fundamentals including machine operation and pattern interpretation rapidly. Build and customize a denim tote, plus select either a skirt or pants to finish. Ideal for newcomers and those refreshing basic abilities.
Sewing Machine Basics Workshop
The New York Sewing Center See all classes by this school @ 60 Broadway , Brooklyn, NY
Get comfortable with a sewing machine and walk away with a finished project in this focused Sewing Machine Basics Workshop. Students learn core terminology, essential stitches, and practical techniques before applying their new skills to construct a stylish denim tote bag. Suitable for complete beginners and those looking to brush up on the fundamentals.