Art classes in Alameda, CA

After School Sewing for Beginning and Intermediate Students Students are guided through a project of their choice. Instruction is customized to each student's skill level. Students must have a project which includes pattern, fabric and thread. They may also purchase something in our store. We are excited to Sew with you!!! Please note: *ALL students who have never used a sewing machine before must take our Machine Basics Class before enrolling in any of our Classes and/or Workshops. *Drop-in Classes are reserved for returning students and students needing to make-up a missed class. Please do not sign up for these without approval. Email Jennifer@TheSewingRoomAlameda.com with any questions you may have. Cancellation Policy : 24 hour notice for rescheduling. No-shows and cancelations with less than 24 hours notice will not be refunded or rescheduled. Students may make up missed classes within a month of the missed class. Rescheduling should be done via email. If you know which days will be missed, prior to signing up, please sign up for Drop-in Spots if they are available instead of the series. Instructor Christine Knobel Christine Knobel Christine works as a freelance designer, seamstress, and instructor in the Northern California Bay Area. She teaches fashion and textile courses at the University of California, Davis in the Department of Design. Christine has also worked as an instructor at Arizona State University in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts. She led courses in pattern drafting and draping, fashion collection development, and fashion capstone projects. While at UC Davis for her M.F.A., her thesis focused on fashion sustainability. She studied dyeing methods, textile life cycle assessments, and ultimately dove into biotextile design. Her work there led her to Make: where she's been sharing her research on kombucha textiles and cosplay. As a fashion designer she's worked professionally in pattern drafting, loungewear design, textile print design, and with private clients for cosplay design and construction. Her cosplay work has been featured by Marvel Comics, and seen on such sites as Vanity Fair, LA Weekly, and the Daily Mail UK. Christine has a passion for fashion, from fiber, yarns, textiles, to the rich history of the garments we wear.

This is a sewing class for beginning and intermediate students. Students are guided through a project of their choice. Instruction is customized to each student's skill level. These weekly class are beginning and perfect for intermediate sewists interested in learning how to use their machine (standard or sergers) , those creating costume for Cosplay, or The Theater and for students wanting help with current projects. Drop-in Classes are reserved for students who have sewn with us before. Please send us an email before signing up for a Drop-In Class. Instructor Christine works as a freelance designer, seamstress, and instructor in the Northern California Bay Area. She teaches fashion and textile courses at the University of California, Davis in the Department of Design. Christine has also worked as an instructor at Arizona State University in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts. She led courses in pattern drafting and draping, fashion collection development, and fashion capstone projects. While at UC Davis for her M.F.A., her thesis focused on fashion sustainability. She studied dyeing methods, textile life cycle assessments, and ultimately dove into biotextile design. Her work there led her to Make: where she's been sharing her research on kombucha textiles and cosplay. As a fashion designer she's worked professionally in pattern drafting, loungewear design, textile print design, and with private clients for cosplay design and construction. Her cosplay work has been featured by Marvel Comics, and seen on such sites as Vanity Fair, LA Weekly, and the Daily Mail UK. Christine has a passion for fashion, from fiber, yarns, textiles, to the rich history of the garments we wear.

Private lessons are 1-on-1 with the Instructor and give lots of personal attention. The classroom may have more than one private lesson {with another instructor} going on at the same time. Please let us know if you would like the classroom entirely to yourself. Private Lesson Cancellation Policy : Please give us 48 hour notice if you wish to cancel with a refund. 24 hour notice for rescheduling. No-shows and cancelations with less than 24 hours notice will not be refunded or rescheduled. Christine Knobel Christine works as a freelance designer, seamstress, and instructor in the Northern California Bay Area. She teaches fashion and textile courses at the University of California, Davis in the Department of Design. Christine has also worked as an instructor at Arizona State University in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts. She led courses in pattern drafting and draping, fashion collection development, and fashion capstone projects. While at UC Davis for her M.F.A., her thesis focused on fashion sustainability. She studied dyeing methods, textile life cycle assessments, and ultimately dove into biotextile design. Her work there led her to Make: where she's been sharing her research on kombucha textiles and cosplay. As a fashion designer she's worked professionally in pattern drafting, loungewear design, textile print design, and with private clients for cosplay design and construction. Her cosplay work has been featured by Marvel Comics, and seen on such sites as Vanity Fair, LA Weekly, and the Daily Mail UK. Christine has a passion for fashion, from fiber, yarns, textiles, to the rich history of the garments we wear.

Join our Friday Sewing Studio! Students learn by working on a project of their choice. We are excited to Sew with you!!! Please note: *ALL students who have never used a sewing machine before must take our Machine Basics Class before enrolling in any of our Classes and/or Workshops. *Drop-in Classes are reserved for returning students and students needing to make-up a missed class. Please do not sign up for these without approval. Email Jennifer@TheSewingRoomAlameda.com with any questions you may have. Cancellation Policy : 24 hour notice for rescheduling. No-shows and cancelations with less than 24 hours notice will not be refunded or rescheduled. Students may make up missed classes within a month of the missed class. Rescheduling should be done via email. If you know which days will be missed, prior to signing up, please sign up for Drop-in Spots if they are available instead of the series. Instructor Christine Knobel Christine Knobel Christine works as a freelance designer, seamstress, and instructor in the Northern California Bay Area. She teaches fashion and textile courses at the University of California, Davis in the Department of Design. Christine has also worked as an instructor at Arizona State University in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts. She led courses in pattern drafting and draping, fashion collection development, and fashion capstone projects. While at UC Davis for her M.F.A., her thesis focused on fashion sustainability. She studied dyeing methods, textile life cycle assessments, and ultimately dove into biotextile design. Her work there led her to Make: where she's been sharing her research on kombucha textiles and cosplay. As a fashion designer she's worked professionally in pattern drafting, loungewear design, textile print design, and with private clients for cosplay design and construction. Her cosplay work has been featured by Marvel Comics, and seen on such sites as Vanity Fair, LA Weekly, and the Daily Mail UK. Christine has a passion for fashion, from fiber, yarns, textiles, to the rich history of the garments we wear.

Open Level Sewing for Beginning-Advanced level students. Instructor will guide students through a project of their choice. Students bring a project which includes Pattern, fabric and thread. They may also purchase something in our store. Please note: *ALL students who have never used a sewing machine before must take our Machine Basics Class before enrolling in any of our Classes and/or Workshops. *Drop-in Classes are reserved for returning students and students needing to make-up a missed class. Please do not sign up for these without approval. Email Jennifer@TheSewingRoomAlameda.com with any questions you may have. Cancellation Policy : 24 hour notice for rescheduling. No-shows and cancelations with less than 24 hours notice will not be refunded or rescheduled. Students may make up missed classes within a month of the missed class. Rescheduling should be done via email. If you know which days will be missed, prior to signing up, please sign up for Drop-in Spots if they are available instead of the series. Instructor Christine Knobel Christine Knobel Christine works as a freelance designer, seamstress, and instructor in the Northern California Bay Area. She teaches fashion and textile courses at the University of California, Davis in the Department of Design. Christine has also worked as an instructor at Arizona State University in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts. She led courses in pattern drafting and draping, fashion collection development, and fashion capstone projects. While at UC Davis for her M.F.A., her thesis focused on fashion sustainability. She studied dyeing methods, textile life cycle assessments, and ultimately dove into biotextile design. Her work there led her to Make: where she's been sharing her research on kombucha textiles and cosplay. As a fashion designer she's worked professionally in pattern drafting, loungewear design, textile print design, and with private clients for cosplay design and construction. Her cosplay work has been featured by Marvel Comics, and seen on such sites as Vanity Fair, LA Weekly, and the Daily Mail UK. Christine has a passion for fashion, from fiber, yarns, textiles, to the rich history of the garments we wear.

Join our Wednesday Morning Sewing Studio! Students learn by working on a project of their choice. All skill levels from beginner to expert (including Couture and French Jacket projects) are welcome. Instructor Jennifer Serr has a background in Fashion Design and Pattern Making and taught in the Fashion Department of CCA, before opening up The Sewing Room. We are excited to Sew with you!!! Please note: *ALL students who have never used a sewing machine before must take our Machine Basics Class before enrolling in any of our Classes and/or Workshops. *Drop-in Classes are reserved for returning students and students needing to make-up a missed class. Please do not sign up for these without approval. Email Jennifer@TheSewingRoomAlameda.com with any questions you may have. Cancellation Policy : 24 hour notice for rescheduling. No-shows and cancelations with less than 24 hours notice will not be refunded or rescheduled. Students may make up missed classes within a month of the missed class. Rescheduling should be done via email. If you know which days will be missed, prior to signing up, please sign up for Drop-in Spots if they are available instead of the series.

Join our Wednesday Morning Sewing Studio! Students learn by working on a project of their choice. All skill levels from beginner to expert (including Couture and French Jacket projects) are welcome. Instructor Jennifer Serr has a background in Fashion Design and Pattern Making and taught in the Fashion Department of CCA, before opening up The Sewing Room. We are excited to Sew with you!!! Please note: *ALL students who have never used a sewing machine before must take our Machine Basics Class before enrolling in any of our Classes and/or Workshops. *Drop-in Classes are reserved for returning students and students needing to make-up a missed class. Please do not sign up for these without approval. Email Jennifer@TheSewingRoomAlameda.com with any questions you may have. Cancellation Policy : 24 hour notice for rescheduling. No-shows and cancelations with less than 24 hours notice will not be refunded or rescheduled. Students may make up missed classes within a month of the missed class. Rescheduling should be done via email. If you know which days will be missed, prior to signing up, please sign up for Drop-in Spots if they are available instead of the series.

This is a sewing class for beginning and intermediate students. Students are guided through a project of their choice. Instruction is customized to each student's skill level. These weekly class are beginning and perfect for intermediate sewists interested in learning how to use their machine (standard or sergers) , those creating costume for Cosplay, or The Theater and for students wanting help with current projects. Drop-in Classes are reserved for students who have sewn with us before. Please send us an email before signing up for a Drop-In Class. Instructor Christine works as a freelance designer, seamstress, and instructor in the Northern California Bay Area. She teaches fashion and textile courses at the University of California, Davis in the Department of Design. Christine has also worked as an instructor at Arizona State University in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts. She led courses in pattern drafting and draping, fashion collection development, and fashion capstone projects. While at UC Davis for her M.F.A., her thesis focused on fashion sustainability. She studied dyeing methods, textile life cycle assessments, and ultimately dove into biotextile design. Her work there led her to Make: where she's been sharing her research on kombucha textiles and cosplay. As a fashion designer she's worked professionally in pattern drafting, loungewear design, textile print design, and with private clients for cosplay design and construction. Her cosplay work has been featured by Marvel Comics, and seen on such sites as Vanity Fair, LA Weekly, and the Daily Mail UK. Christine has a passion for fashion, from fiber, yarns, textiles, to the rich history of the garments we wear.

This is a sewing class for beginning and intermediate students. Students are guided through a project of their choice. Instruction is customized to each student's skill level. These weekly class are beginning and perfect for intermediate sewists interested in learning how to use their machine (standard or sergers) , those creating costume for Cosplay, or The Theater and for students wanting help with current projects. Drop-in Classes are reserved for students who have sewn with us before. Please send us an email before signing up for a Drop-In Class. Instructor Christine works as a freelance designer, seamstress, and instructor in the Northern California Bay Area. She teaches fashion and textile courses at the University of California, Davis in the Department of Design. Christine has also worked as an instructor at Arizona State University in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts. She led courses in pattern drafting and draping, fashion collection development, and fashion capstone projects. While at UC Davis for her M.F.A., her thesis focused on fashion sustainability. She studied dyeing methods, textile life cycle assessments, and ultimately dove into biotextile design. Her work there led her to Make: where she's been sharing her research on kombucha textiles and cosplay. As a fashion designer she's worked professionally in pattern drafting, loungewear design, textile print design, and with private clients for cosplay design and construction. Her cosplay work has been featured by Marvel Comics, and seen on such sites as Vanity Fair, LA Weekly, and the Daily Mail UK. Christine has a passion for fashion, from fiber, yarns, textiles, to the rich history of the garments we wear.

This is a sewing class for beginning and intermediate students. Students are guided through a project of their choice. Instruction is customized to each student's skill level. These weekly class are beginning and perfect for intermediate sewists interested in learning how to use their machine (standard or sergers) , those creating costume for Cosplay, or The Theater and for students wanting help with current projects. Drop-in Classes are reserved for students who have sewn with us before. Please send us an email before signing up for a Drop-In Class. Instructor Christine works as a freelance designer, seamstress, and instructor in the Northern California Bay Area. She teaches fashion and textile courses at the University of California, Davis in the Department of Design. Christine has also worked as an instructor at Arizona State University in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts. She led courses in pattern drafting and draping, fashion collection development, and fashion capstone projects. While at UC Davis for her M.F.A., her thesis focused on fashion sustainability. She studied dyeing methods, textile life cycle assessments, and ultimately dove into biotextile design. Her work there led her to Make: where she's been sharing her research on kombucha textiles and cosplay. As a fashion designer she's worked professionally in pattern drafting, loungewear design, textile print design, and with private clients for cosplay design and construction. Her cosplay work has been featured by Marvel Comics, and seen on such sites as Vanity Fair, LA Weekly, and the Daily Mail UK. Christine has a passion for fashion, from fiber, yarns, textiles, to the rich history of the garments we wear.

Private lessons are 1-on-1 with the Instructor and give lots of personal attention. The classroom may have more than one private lesson {with another instructor} going on at the same time. Please let us know if you would like the classroom entirely to yourself. Private Lesson Cancellation Policy : Please give us 48 hour notice if you wish to cancel with a refund. 24 hour notice for rescheduling. No-shows and cancelations with less than 24 hours notice will not be refunded or rescheduled. Christine Knobel Christine works as a freelance designer, seamstress, and instructor in the Northern California Bay Area. She teaches fashion and textile courses at the University of California, Davis in the Department of Design. Christine has also worked as an instructor at Arizona State University in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts. She led courses in pattern drafting and draping, fashion collection development, and fashion capstone projects. While at UC Davis for her M.F.A., her thesis focused on fashion sustainability. She studied dyeing methods, textile life cycle assessments, and ultimately dove into biotextile design. Her work there led her to Make: where she's been sharing her research on kombucha textiles and cosplay. As a fashion designer she's worked professionally in pattern drafting, loungewear design, textile print design, and with private clients for cosplay design and construction. Her cosplay work has been featured by Marvel Comics, and seen on such sites as Vanity Fair, LA Weekly, and the Daily Mail UK. Christine has a passion for fashion, from fiber, yarns, textiles, to the rich history of the garments we wear.

In our Hand Sewing Basics Level 1 (Ages 8+) class you will learn: - Starting Knot - Finishing Knot - Basting - Running stitch - Closing seams - Back stitch - Hemming - Slip stitch - Sewing Buttons - 2 hole / 4 hole / Shank Materials needed : Needle, Thread, Thimble, Fabric/Buttons (included in price) Cancellation Policy : 24 hour notice for rescheduling. No-shows and cancelations with less than 24 hours notice will not be refunded or rescheduled. Students may make up missed classes within a month of the missed class. Rescheduling should be done via email.

This is a HAND sewing Class for new stitchers age 5+ Projects set by the instructor will guide students in using hand sewing techniques. Your Crafty kids will learn the fun of making things with their hands. Great for developing fine motor skills and creative thinking. Cancellation Policy : 24 hour notice for rescheduling. No-shows and cancelations with less than 24 hours notice will not be refunded or rescheduled. Students may make up missed classes within a month of the missed class. Rescheduling should be done via email. If you know which days will be missed, prior to signing up, please sign up for Drop-in Spots if they are available instead of the series. Instructor Stacie Chun sewed her own prairie ruffles, satin rainbows, and corduroy gauchos as a kid in the 1980's. Now she delights in Internet age home sewing with pdf indie patterns, podcasts, how-to videos, and hashtags. Her three kids keep her informed about streetwear and other matters of coolness, and she loves helping new sewers stitch their ideas into reality.

This is a HAND sewing Class for new stitchers age 5+ Projects set by the instructor will guide students in using hand sewing techniques. Your Crafty kids will learn the fun of making things with their hands. Great for developing fine motor skills and creative thinking. Cancellation Policy : 24 hour notice for rescheduling. No-shows and cancelations with less than 24 hours notice will not be refunded or rescheduled. Students may make up missed classes within a month of the missed class. Rescheduling should be done via email. If you know which days will be missed, prior to signing up, please sign up for Drop-in Spots if they are available instead of the series. Instructor Stacie Chun sewed her own prairie ruffles, satin rainbows, and corduroy gauchos as a kid in the 1980's. Now she delights in Internet age home sewing with pdf indie patterns, podcasts, how-to videos, and hashtags. Her three kids keep her informed about streetwear and other matters of coolness, and she loves helping new sewers stitch their ideas into reality.

This is a HAND sewing Class for new stitchers age 5+ Projects set by the instructor will guide students in using hand sewing techniques. Your Crafty kids will learn the fun of making things with their hands. Great for developing fine motor skills and creative thinking. Cancellation Policy : 24 hour notice for rescheduling. No-shows and cancelations with less than 24 hours notice will not be refunded or rescheduled. Students may make up missed classes within a month of the missed class. Rescheduling should be done via email. If you know which days will be missed, prior to signing up, please sign up for Drop-in Spots if they are available instead of the series. Instructor Stacie Chun sewed her own prairie ruffles, satin rainbows, and corduroy gauchos as a kid in the 1980's. Now she delights in Internet age home sewing with pdf indie patterns, podcasts, how-to videos, and hashtags. Her three kids keep her informed about streetwear and other matters of coolness, and she loves helping new sewers stitch their ideas into reality.

This is a sewing class for beginning and intermediate students. Students are guided through a project of their choice. Instruction is customized to each student's skill level. These weekly class are beginning and perfect for intermediate sewists interested in learning how to use their machine (standard or sergers) , those creating costume for Cosplay, or The Theater and for students wanting help with current projects. Please note: *ALL students who have never used a sewing machine before must take our Machine Basics Class before enrolling in any of our Classes and/or Workshops. *Drop-in Classes are reserved for returning students and students needing to make-up a missed class. Please do not sign up for these without approval. Email Jennifer@TheSewingRoomAlameda.com with any questions you may have. Cancellation Policy : 24 hour notice for rescheduling. No-shows and cancelations with less than 24 hours notice will not be refunded or rescheduled. Students may make up missed classes within a month of the missed class. Rescheduling should be done via email. If you know which days will be missed, prior to signing up, please sign up for Drop-in Spots if they are available instead of the series. Instructor Christine works as a freelance designer, seamstress, and instructor in the Northern California Bay Area. She teaches fashion and textile courses at the University of California, Davis in the Department of Design. Christine has also worked as an instructor at Arizona State University in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts. She led courses in pattern drafting and draping, fashion collection development, and fashion capstone projects. While at UC Davis for her M.F.A., her thesis focused on fashion sustainability. She studied dyeing methods, textile life cycle assessments, and ultimately dove into biotextile design. Her work there led her to Make: where she's been sharing her research on kombucha textiles and cosplay. As a fashion designer she's worked professionally in pattern drafting, loungewear design, textile print design, and with private clients for cosplay design and construction. Her cosplay work has been featured by Marvel Comics, and seen on such sites as Vanity Fair, LA Weekly, and the Daily Mail UK. Christine has a passion for fashion, from fiber, yarns, textiles, to the rich history of the garments we wear.

In our Machine Basics Sewing Class you will learn: - How to Thread Your Machine - How To Thread a Bobbin - How to Top thread and bobbin thread work together - How to use the different stitches on your machine, time permitting - How to adjust your machine tension; when and why you do it - Which needles to use with which fabrics Additionally, students will receive hand outs regarding machine trouble shooting and getting started with projects. Cancellation Policy : Please give us 48 hour notice if you wish to cancel with a refund. 24 hour notice for rescheduling. No-shows and cancelations with less than 24 hours notice will not be refunded or rescheduled. Instructor Stacie Chun sewed her own prairie ruffles, satin rainbows, and corduroy gauchos as a kid in the 1980's. Now she delights in Internet age home sewing with pdf indie patterns, podcasts, how-to videos, and hashtags. Her three kids keep her informed about streetwear and other matters of coolness, and she loves helping new sewers stitch their ideas into reality.

In this Fun Day-Camp for kids ages 8+, students will spend the day(s) working on a project of their choice - Either an on-going sewing project or a new one that can be finished during the camp time. Students are required to PURCHASE a PROJECT (fabric, pattern, trims etc.) from The Sewing Room, so that staff can assist in choosing a project that is suitable for the students' skill level. If students are not feeling well or are sick, please keep them at home. Please have your child bring a lunch. Please note: *ALL students who have never used a sewing machine before must take our Machine Basics Class before enrolling in any of our Classes and/or Workshops. Cancellation Policy : 48 hour notice for camp rescheduling or Credit. No-shows and cancelations with less than 48 hours notice will not be refunded or rescheduled. Rescheduling should be done via email. Please contact Jennifer@TheSewingRoomAlameda.com. Refunds will only be given with at least 7 days prior notice. Thanks for your understanding.

In this hands-on course, young designers will learn essential sewing and garment construction skills, from sketching and pattern modification to garment assembly and adjusting fit. Students will work on creating one to two finished garments of their own design and build a small portfolio of seam and hem samples. This course is ideal for those eager to transform their fashion ideas into well crafted, wearable pieces. Sewing students will also need to bring or purchase a sewing project which includes Pattern, fabric and thread. Each In-Person Sewing & Pattern Making Class size limited to 5 students. Fashion Design Classes are limited to 8 students. Cancellation Policy - Please make sure you are able to commit to the classes before you register. Cancellations with refunds will only be accepted for two weeks before classes commence in January Student may make up a missed class by attending one of our sewing classes or another "Design" Class, provided there is space. There are NO addtional pattern making classes, so direct make up classes for missed pattern making classes are NOT available. Please do not come to class if you are sick. Masks optional.

In this hands-on course, young designers will learn essential sewing and garment construction skills, from sketching and pattern modification to garment assembly and adjusting fit. Students will work on creating one to two finished garments of their own design and build a small portfolio of seam and hem samples. This course is ideal for those eager to transform their fashion ideas into well crafted, wearable pieces. Sewing students will also need to bring or purchase a sewing project which includes Pattern, fabric and thread. Each In-Person Sewing & Pattern Making Class size limited to 5 students. Fashion Design Classes are limited to 8 students. Cancellation Policy - Please make sure you are able to commit to the classes before you register. Cancellations with refunds will only be accepted for two weeks before classes commence in January Student may make up a missed class by attending one of our sewing classes or another "Design" Class, provided there is space. There are NO addtional pattern making classes, so direct make up classes for missed pattern making classes are NOT available. Please do not come to class if you are sick. Masks optional.

In this hands-on course, young designers will learn essential sewing and garment construction skills, from sketching and pattern modification to garment assembly and adjusting fit. Students will work on creating one to two finished garments of their own design and build a small portfolio of seam and hem samples. This course is ideal for those eager to transform their fashion ideas into well crafted, wearable pieces. Sewing students will also need to bring or purchase a sewing project which includes Pattern, fabric and thread. Each In-Person Sewing & Pattern Making Class size limited to 5 students. Fashion Design Classes are limited to 8 students. Cancellation Policy - Please make sure you are able to commit to the classes before you register. Cancellations with refunds will only be accepted for two weeks before classes commence in January Student may make up a missed class by attending one of our sewing classes or another "Design" Class, provided there is space. There are NO addtional pattern making classes, so direct make up classes for missed pattern making classes are NOT available. Please do not come to class if you are sick. Masks optional.