Classes
SEWING and KNITTING CLASSES
Our programs are led and staffed by our crew of 60 amazing volunteers with expertise in all types of sewing, knitting and handicrafts. Students learn how to sew simple straight lines on fabric and work through ten projects, each building upon the skills learned. Students receive a reconditioned sewing machine midway through the course, allowing them to become familiar with that machine in the studio before graduation. During their ‘graduation’ celebration they receive a completion certificate and a complimentary Artisan tool bag with scissors and other sewing notions to go with their machine. They then take the machine and tools home to continue sewing and are invited to attend our intermediate and advanced sewing courese!
Beginner sewing classes are held Mondays and Thursdays 9am to 12pm
An eight to twelve-week course that teaches basic sewing skills and sewing-related vocabulary. Students progress at their own pace!
Intermediate sewing classes are held- Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 9am to 12pm
A class that continues with more advanced sewing techniques, more language coaching, and the basics of retail selling. In the intermediate class students create items for sale in the gift shop, earning 60% of the income from the sale of their products. Completion of our beginner sewing course required.
Alteration techniques are held Tuesdays 9am to 12pm
Exciting news! Our Alterations program is alive and thriving!! Bring us your hems, your broken straps, your repairs and your re-sizing. Yes, we also offer custom sewing. Come see us on “Alterations Tuesdays” - we are here from 9 AM to 12 PM to try on your needed repairs and receive an estimate.
With guidance and tutoring by our skilled instructors, our Advanced Sewing/Alterations students will do an excellent job for you. This program not only provides a valued service to the community but it offers our students the opportunity to polish their skills and to explore this field as a potential career choice. As with the sale of items by advanced students, the Artisans performing alterations or custom sewing receive 60% of the income from their work. Completion of our beginner sewing course required for our Artisans to participate in this teaching program.
Sewing bridge open sew classes are held Mondays and Thursdays 12:30-2:30pm
A class that continues with more advanced sewing techniques, more language coaching, and the basics of making personal items or clothing for the artisan. This is an advanced sewing class. Completion of our beginner sewing course required.
Knitting class is held Tuesdays 9am to 12pm
We welcome all levels and work on projects that include knitting techniques. Currently we do not teach crochet. Students create items such as scarves, shawls, beanies, socks, infant clothing and items, and more. Artisans again receive 60% of the revenue from sale of their items in the gift shop or can knit solely for themselves.
Want to join our classes?
Did you know?
Artisans are paid 60% of the sales price from each item they make and sell. Money earned is considered supplemental income as a part of our training program.
OUR WORKSPACE
Hours of operation
Monday through Friday
9:00am - 12:00pm
In January 2024, we moved to the lovely Arcade Building on State street. A heartfelt thank you from the students and volunteers of A4H to
Andy and Elizabeth Scoggin of Scoggin Investments for their support!
