sewing & craft classes

We are so pleased to have Jessica Marquez back teaching at P&N. Many of you may know Jessica from her popular blog and shop Miniature Rhino, but now she can add author to her title as she recently introduced her first book, Stitched Gifts – which we think is a must-read. In this two hour workshop, Jessica will share some of her expert tips on embroidery including stitches, transferring and technique. She has hand-picked one of her favorite projects from the book to use as the foundation of the workshop called “You Are Here”. Beginners to intermediate embroiderers are welcome. Get ready for a night of stitching, inspiration, fun, friends and sweet treats. Come join us. You can learn more about Jessica on her website and blog here. Signed books will be available for purchase.

This class is an opportunity to work on an amazing garment pattern from one of our favorite Japanese Craft books, including The Japanese Stylish Dress Book. No you are not making a kimono, although we do love kimonos, but the team at Pins & Needles has a collection of inspiring Japanese craft and sewing books that include garments that have a very modern sensibility. Not only will we demystify working with these books that are most often in Japanese you will work with a pattern, learn to adjust your pattern to ensure fit, and become familiar with some essential sewing techniques while making your new wardrobe piece. You are sure to walk away with a wonderful new garment that you can wear and feel good that you made it yourself. Please note there may be some homework in between classes.

During this class students will learn to make a fashionable tunic. Our teacher will take you through how to use a pattern and create a finished and tailored shirt perfect for a weekend get-away or great with jeans for a casual Saturday. In this class you will learn about patterns, how to sew a garment as well as some essential sewing techniques. You will leave class with a new garment made by you to add to your wardrobe.

First time quilters learn how to quilt with a modern spin. Using contemporary patterns and fabrics, this class will teach you all the basic quilt-making techniques including using the rotary cutter, sewing an accurate 1/4″ seam (using the 1/4″ foot), piecing the quilt together, layering your “quilt sandwich,” and finishing options. You will leave class with a crib size quilt.

This is our most basic sewing class at Pins & Needles and focuses on learning how to use the sewing machine. Whether you are totally new to sewing or you have a machine and need a refresher this 2.5 hour workshop is for you. The class starts with a discussion on sewing tools and supplies, the steps to set up your machine including winding and installing the bobbin, threading the machine, basic stitches, including changing their length and width. Practice some basic stitches, finisihing edges while sewing up a basic tote. This class is technique only and can be followed up with a project based class like the sewing skirts, Pillow Making Workshop or the Tunic Class. Bring along a notebook and pencil.

Interested in venturing into garment sewing or wanting to add a skirt made by you to your wardrobe then this class is for you. Learn how to make a classic A-line skirt with a waisteband (pattern used offers three waisteband options) and zipper. The class will use the Colette Ginger Pattern - one of our favorites. You will learn some of the essentials in more intermediate sewing including laying out and reading a pattern, using interfacing, inserting a zipper and a blind hem. The pattern calls for lightweight to mid-weight fabric so you can have fun choosing your fabrics.

Kids/Tweens Sewing & Crafting Classes at Pins & Needles cover everything from the basics of machine and hand sewing, working with patterns, creating mood boards, fashion illustration, embroidery, choosing fabrics and more. Each semester, projects focus on fashion, accessory, home decor sewing as well as other stitching techniques and DIY crafts. The Pins & Needles Team works hard to keep the curriculum fresh and relevant to the interests and skill levels of our students.

Unique to Pins & Needles is the curated collection of fabric and materials available that the students choose from for each project – offering students an opportunity to express their personal style and creativity. All our teachers are dedicated, patient and most importantly experienced skilled sewers and crafters. Each class has a Senior Teacher plus one Teacher’s Assistants. We maintain small classes to ensure that all our students get the instruction and attention they need.

FALL 2013 CLASS SCHEDULE: 

MONDAYS

4:00pm – 5:15pm – (9-12 year olds)

14 Weeks – $900

TUESDAYS

Class A – 4:00pm – 5:15pm – (7-9 year olds)

14 Weeks – $900

Class B – 5:25pm – 6:25pm – (10-14 year olds)

14 Weeks – $730

WEDNESDAYS

Class A – 4:00pm – 5:30pm – (9-13 year olds)

14 Weeks – $1050

Class B – 5:40pm – 6:55pm – (10-14 year olds)

14 Weeks – $900

THURSDAYS

Class A – 4:00pm – 5:00pm – (7-9 year olds)

14 Weeks – $730

Class B – 5:15pm – 6:30pm – (11-14 year olds)

14 Weeks – $900

FRIDAYS

Class A – 1:45pm – 2:45pm – (8-10 year olds)

13 Weeks – $675

Class B – 3:00pm – 4:00pm – (9-12 year olds)

13 Weeks – $675

Class C – 4:15pm – 5:30pm – (9-13 year olds)

13 Weeks – $845

SATURDAYS

Class A – 10:30am – 12:00pm – (11-15 year olds)

13 Weeks – $980

Class B – 12:15pm – 1:30pm – (7-10 year olds)

13 Weeks – $845

* Cost for all class materials are additional.

Please feel free to call 212-535-6222 or e-mail Lauren@pinsandneedlesnyc.com with any questions and to register.

Please note in the event you need to cancel enrollment for the Fall:

- Cancellations before 7/19 will receive a full refund

- Cancellations between 7/20 – 8/16 will be refunded 50% of the class fee

- No refunds will be granted for any cancellations after 8/17

Looking for an exciting activity this summer, well come and join us at Pins & Needles for some sewing, fun and lots of creativity! Curriculum projects will focus on fashion, accessory and home decor sewing and crafting. Organized by weekly sessions – you can sign your child up for one week or all – projects will vary each week depending on age and skill level.

Each class is 3 hours each day with a break for snack. Sessions are divided by age and skill level. You can sign up for just one week or all. Students should have some experience on a sewing machine.

* Sign up for two weeks or more and get 15%.

* All returning campers from last year get 10% off their materials for the week.

* Limited spots available so sign up fast!

Three sessions a day.

JUNE DATES:

Week One – Monday, June 10th – Friday, June 14th

or

Week Two – Monday, June 17th – Friday, June 21st

or

Week Three – Monday, June 24th – Friday, June, 28th

AUGUST DATES:

Week One – Monday, August 19th – Friday, August 23rd

or

Week Two – Monday, August 26th – Friday, August 30th

9:30am – 12:30pm (7 – 9 year olds)

1:00pm – 4:00pm (10 – 13 year olds)

4:30pm – 7:30pm (14 – 16 year olds)

$600 per week plus the cost of materials.

Call us at 212-535-6222 or e-mail at info@pinsandneedlesnyc.com to register. There are no make-ups for missed sessions for camp. Tuition is due in full at time of registration and no refunds are granted after May 10th.

“Summer Sewing” on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursday afternoons at P&N in July and early August (7/15 – 8/16). From 2pm – 4pm 2 hour sewing sessions will be offered. Projects designed to be completed in 2 hours and include sewing, embroidery, fashion illustration, and more! Sign up for one day or all the days. $50 plus materials. 3 students required to run the class and projects may vary based on students age and skill level.

This workshop is perfect for the student who loves fashion, design and who is eager to learn how to put their ideas down on paper. We will first go over how to create a “mood board” – using images from magazines and books, text, fabric, colored paper, washi tape and more all in effort to illustrate the students vision of a fashion collection and their personal style. We will then show the students some basic fashion illustration techniques – creating their own croqui, how to draw the various types of clothing, render fabrics and embellishments and more.