You will learn about sewing
machines, parts, & operation
tools, supplies, & equipment
fabric types, fibers, grainlines
pressing, pinning & cutting
notions, stitches, & seams
commercial patterns
& MORE!
You will learn about patternmaking
principles, terms, & methods
tools, supplies, & equipment
different measurement tools
execute principles in 1/2 scale
draft a basic pattern set
& MORE!
The In-person learning is taught in a friendly classroom setting that allows the student to enjoy face to face engagement with others, ask questions, and access hands on learning in real time at our location, or at a suitable location chosen by the student group/ organization that is approved by The New York Fashion Program.
We offer customized course lessons for a group of 10 or more students who prefer to learn during a customized schedule or customized instruction. At our location or at a suitable location chosen by the student group/ organization, that is approved by The New York Fashion Program.
Field trips are an extension of classroom instruction. Students will have the opportunity to visit/attend fashion related events, merchants, and locations to interact with, and gain knowledge of the fashion industry in various capacities.
"I learned sewing is not so
difficult after all".
~ Shamika Harris
"It is hands-on and a lot simpler than you think to sew, knowing certain procedures".
~ Queenie Harris
"They will receive a lot of attention and all of their questions and concerns pertaining to the class would be answered".
~ Tiffany King
"If you be patient, you can make something, and learn something".
~ Iner Richmond
"I like everything in this course!"
~ Shantel Barry
"I have a better understanding of the body measurement".
~ Janette Ho-Shing
" She is a wonderful instructor. I have no idea what to improve".
~ Marcia Hilton
"It's not as difficult as I thought".
~ Walter Robinson
"Making my first pattern and learning the importance of body
measurement is what I like most".
~ Saundra McDonald
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