easy
1–5 hours
Suitable for all physical fitness levels as this is a seated, craft-focused activity.
Discover the perfect creative escape in Amsterdam’s De Pijp with guided crochet lessons at the Craft Café. All skill levels welcome as you craft your own project with expert help and access to sustainable materials.
From 13 yrs old • From 1 to 5 h • Learn and practice with guidance from a crafter!
Join the Craft Café to explore the art of crochet, where expert guidance awaits to help you bring your creative ideas to life! Whether you're a beginner or advanced, you'll receive personalized support while enjoying access to a sustainable craft store stocked with essential supplies. Unleash your creativity in a welcoming environment!
Join the Sewing Café lessons and learn to make your own clothes! Sewing tables are available with tools, machines and guidance by your side of fashion designer Andrea to help you with your own projects. You can bring your own ideas to the lessons (photos, drawings, garments or patterns of the pieces you want to create). Together we can see how we can realize your projects. A lot of times we use a similar or basic pattern to adjust or we create our own. Also our store offers a wide range of clothing patterns & books. Send your project wishes to oost@desteekamsterdam.nl before you come.
• Work on your own sewing projects and get the help of a professional • All levels are welcome, also complete beginners, we will teach you the basics on the sewing machine and/or serger • Sustainable fabric store available next to sewing cafe with offer in fabrics, sewing supplies and sewing patterns.
• Guidance of fashion designer Andrea is present to help you with your own projects. • Use of machines & tools are included in the lessons. • Pattern paper and overlock thread is also included. • Water and cookies are also at your disposal.
• Materials you have to provide yourself are: fabrics, sewing thread, pins and, when needed, sewing supplies like a zippers or buttons. • We also have a little fabric store at our studio, so it is also possible to purchase the materials or sewing supplies there.
• Level: all levels are welcome (complete beginner to advanced) • Language: Dutch & English • If there is enough space, it’s always possible to extend your stay and pay extra for the hours in class • Prices per person
This class takes place in our studio in Amsterdam De Pijp: Eerste Jacob van Campenstraat 40 in Amsterdam.
Please note that for the remainder of February classes will be in our East location at Christiaan de Wetstraat 114 in Amsterdam.
Classes in our new location in De Pijp will only take place from 01 March.
Bring photos, sketches, or patterns of your desired crochet project for personalized guidance.
Beginners are welcome and will learn foundational stitches to build their skills effectively.
Some supplies like yarn and stitch markers are personal; consider buying from the in-house sustainable store.
You can extend your lesson if space permits, so pack enough time for a complete creative session.
De Pijp is a historic Amsterdam district known for its vibrant market culture and multicultural roots since the late 19th century.
The Craft Café promotes sustainability by offering eco-friendly materials and supporting small-scale, local artisanship.
Dress comfortably to sit and move hands freely during your crochet session.
Bringing your own project details helps maximize personalized instruction.
Though water and cookies are provided, having refreshments can keep you energized.
Useful for jotting down techniques or pattern notes shared during class.