SEWING FOR TEENS / THURSDAYS IN SEPTEMBER 4-6pm

A monthly on-going sewing classes that foster sewing skills in a group setting for teens ages 13+. Students sign up for one month at a time. Class projects will have instructional worksheets to support demonstrations, allowing students to work at their own pace with guidance when needed. Students may be in a class alongside students of different levels, encouraging students to learn from their peers, and skill share. Students in lower levels will receive more technical demonstrations with simple projects, while students in upper levels will be supported as they start thinking more about design and how to achieve their original ideas and goals. Each month will start with a sewing machine introduction class for new Level 1 students, while upper level students begin new projects.

Level 1: First Time Sewing (4-5 weeks)
•Students focus on sewing machine functions and sew a lined apron and grocery tote bag

Level 2: Commercial Patterns 101 (4-5 weeks)
•Students choose a simple garment from a small selection of pre-approved commercial patterns. 
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•Independent Upcycling Study: for students who want to focus on deconstructing, re-constructing, re-purposing existing garments 

Level 3: Commercial Patterns Intermediate (5+ weeks)
•Students choose their own commercial pattern with guidance from instructor

Level 4: Patternmaking (5+ weeks)
•Students work from basic garment “blocks” to create original garments

Open to ages 13-18. The class will be held at 1842 E Main St, Ventura. Please contact us if you have any questions.  

To cancel or reschedule, please contact us 7 days before the month starts and we can offer you a refund or credit. Staff and materials are prepared for scheduled classes based on their capacity. If cancelling or rescheduling within the 7 day period, no refund or credit can be given, however if we are able to fill your spot we can give you credit for the amount of the month.