Art classes in Alameda, CA

This class is for students that want to alter existing clothing into new styling for continued wear. Students will bring in 2-3 garments or other textiles for assessment and brainstorming. Instruction is customized to each student’s skill level. A pattern may need to be purchased for complete transformations. Upcycling Examples • mens shirts into a dress • tablecloth into a jacket • towels into bags • straight leg jeans into flares Instructor Julie Ann Brown has been teaching Fashion Illustration and Design at The Sewing Room in Alameda since 2019. Since earning her BFA in Fashion Design at Otis, she worked in Southern California for two decades designing swimwear for labels such as Girlstar, bebe, Lucky Brand, Betsey Johnson, ále by Alessandra Ambrosio, Soluna and Isabella Rose. Her designs have been featured in Vogue, GQ, Elle, Harper's Bazaar, and Sports Illustrated. She has been a freelance artist and illustrator since 1994. See more of her work on: juliebrowncreative.com

Private lessons are 1-on-1 with the Instructor. In these lessons, students will work on Portfolio Development - Fashion, Illustration, Design or Sewing 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. Julie Ann Brown has been teaching Fashion Illustration and Design at The Sewing Room in Alameda since 2019. Since earning her BFA in Fashion Design at Otis, she worked in Southern California for two decades designing swimwear for labels such as Girlstar, bebe, Lucky Brand, Betsey Johnson, ále by Alessandra Ambrosio, Soluna and Isabella Rose. Her designs have been featured in Vogue, GQ, Elle, Harper's Bazaar, and Sports Illustrated. She has been a freelance artist and illustrator since 1994. See more of her work on: juliebrowncreative.com

Private lessons are 1-on-1 with the Instructor. In these lessons, students will work on Portfolio Development - Fashion, Illustration, Design or Sewing 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. Julie Ann Brown has been teaching Fashion Illustration and Design at The Sewing Room in Alameda since 2019. Since earning her BFA in Fashion Design at Otis, she worked in Southern California for two decades designing swimwear for labels such as Girlstar, bebe, Lucky Brand, Betsey Johnson, ále by Alessandra Ambrosio, Soluna and Isabella Rose. Her designs have been featured in Vogue, GQ, Elle, Harper's Bazaar, and Sports Illustrated. She has been a freelance artist and illustrator since 1994. See more of her work on: juliebrowncreative.com

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.

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.

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.

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. 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.

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.

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.

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.

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 Julie Ann has been teaching at The Sewing Room for several Years. Since earning her BFA in Fashion Design at Otis, she worked in Southern California for two decades designing swimwear for labels such as Girlstar, bebe, Lucky Brand, Betsey Johnson, ále by Alessandra Ambrosio, Soluna and Isabella Rose. Her designs have been featured in Vogue, GQ, Elle, Harper's Bazaar, and Sports Illustrated.

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.

Join our Tuesday 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 Tuesday 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 Tuesday 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.

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.

This course will focus on patterning for fashion design. We will cover the basic principles of apparel development from patterning to construction. This includes flat patterning, sewing techniques, garment assembly, and adjusting for perfect fit. Students will be introduced to the innovative problem solving required to take a two dimensional form and fit a three dimensional figure. Results: To create, sew, and pattern at least ONE garment in Fashion Fabric To Create A Library of pattern manipulation samples in 1/2 scale (patterns and sewn examples) Curriculum: Flat Patterning Techniques To learn how to create, read, and utilize a pattern for garment construction To foster craftsmanship, problem-solving and creative thinking To introduce a conversation of creative reuse and upcycle materials in fashion and accessories To develop mature work habits that are vital for success in the design field, including planning ahead, pacing projects, punctuality, dependability, and meeting deadlines 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 additional 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.

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.