Creative Kids Sewing Class at De Steek Amsterdam

Duration: 2h

It is also possible for the youngest ones to start learning the clothing making techniques! As for riding a bike, if you start young you’ll never forget. In our kids sewing lessons they can learn to make their first pieces and be creative with combining fabrics, colors and different details. Both Dutch and English speaking children are welcome to join. Teacher can speak both Dutch and English.

In this after-school course, children aged 7-12 will learn to sew with a sewing machine and gain an understanding of sewing basics. Students will leave this class with the skills and confidence to tackle more sewing as they develop valuable exposure to creativity, design, fine motor skills, construction/assembly, and more.

Different techniques we will address in the classes: pattern cutting, pinning, sewing (by hand and machine), embroidering, natural dyeing, hand-weaving.

On this page it is possible to book a single lesson for your kid (as a try-out or to book it when available). It is also possible to enroll for a full block, which gives a cheaper price per lesson and more time to develop skills and finish products.

Teacher Michelle comes up with different projects that the kids can do in the classes. But some classes are also free for the kids to decide what to make. Michelle will always take the experience of the kid(s) in consideration.

Materials are not included, but we use a lot of repurposed materials in class that we provide (to teach them also the importance of re-use) and it is possible to purchase extra materials in our little store if needed. But kids can also bring their own materials.

Highlights

• Kids age 7-12 learn hands-on skills that last a lifetime • Possibility to purchase single lessons • Different techniques are taught: from sewing and pattern cutting to weaving & embroidery. • Professional guidance by fashion designer Michelle

Includes

• 1,5 hours of lessons per week • Professional guidance by fashion designer • Use of tools and machines for use during class. • Tea, lemonade & cookies.

Excludes

• Materials like fabric and supplies like zippers & buttons (but there is a possibility to purchase something during class if needed) or use fabric scraps.

Important to Know

• Language: Dutch & English • All levels welcome, also complete beginners. • Unfortunately it’s not possible to enroll a kid that’s younger than 7 years old. (If your kid is younger and is interested to start sewing, we can offer private lessons at first. Send us an e-mail for more info)