1985 BOSTON POST RD. DARIEN, CT
Weekly Classes
Fall 2 Session: 11/1-12/17
Winter Session: 1/3- 2/14
COMING UP:
Priority registration for current students: November 29
Open registration: December 7
What would you like to learn?
Click one of the buttons below for more information about the classes we offer for adults + kids.
Click below for complete session schedules:
Our curriculum is developed according to experience. We have something for everyone. Students will each work on their own sewing machine, no need to bring anything to class!
BOBBINS
GRADES 2-5
Learn and practice machine sewing basics by completing weekly projects using amazing prints and canvas fabrics. These classes complete projects for the room, school as well as fashion. One class "Bobbins: Fashion" includes learn-to-sew projects that focus on fashion + accessories. Students typically enroll in our bobbin level multiple sessions to master these foundational skills.
Bobbins: $360
Tuesday 3:30-5pm
Wednesday 3:30-5pm
Bobbins Fashion: $360
Tuesday 5:30-7pm
TOPSTITCHERS
GRADES 3-7
Once kids are consistent with machine basics, they take it to the next level! Install a zipper, stitch curves and complete more complicated, multi-step daily projects using fabrics and materials from the USA, India, Japan and England.
Topstitchers: $360
Wednesday 5:30-7pm
DESIGNERS
GRADES 6-12
Design and sew your own clothes! Learn the basics of garment construction. Students will make decisions regarding style, fabric and design details. Prior sewing experience is required, and students should be able to maintain a steady seam-allowance, stitch a curve and be familiar with threading the machine and bobbin.
Design Studio: $320
Saturday 4-5:30pm
This is a great class if you're new to machine sewing or want a solid refresher. Learn basic machine skills, fabric cutting, pattern layout, sewing construction, and finishing techniques. Complete a project each week for your home or to wear.
ADULT MACHINE
Adult Machine: $360
Tuesday 10-11:30am + 7:30-9pm
CRAFTERS
GRADES K-2
Students will stitch, felt, machine sew, bead, weave, knit, resin and more! Projects are designed to introduce the techniques and vocabulary that children will need as they grow creatively.
NEW!
Crafters: $270 / $225 for Friday class
Monday 3:30-5pm
Thursday 3:30-5pm
Friday 4:00-5:30pm
MAKERS LAB
GRADES 3-7
Our older students create cool things to wear and design fantastic things for their room. This class incorporates all the craft techniques: stitching, felting, machine sewing, weaving, knitting, resin + more.
Makers Lab: $270
Monday 5:30-7pm
Thursday 5:30-7pm
NEEDLEPOINT
ADULT
Learn to needlepoint or practice your skills. Each week we will learn new stitches while working on a beautiful hand painted canvas. The class includes all of your threads and a new canvas. If you've always wanted to learn, now's the perfect time!
Needlepoint: $300
Thursday 10-11:30am
CROCHET
(hat + scarf)
ADULT
Winter is so much better with a new hat + scarf!
Learn to crochet using the softest yarns and make your own. Once you learn the basic crochet stitches - the skies the limit on what you can stitch. Relaxation benefits are an added bonus.
Learn to Crochet: $250
Friday 10-11:30am
