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Sewing Lessons in De Pijp with De Steek - Amsterdam

Sewing Lessons in De Pijp with De Steek

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

12 hours total (6 lessons x 2 hours)

Fitness Level

Suitable for all physical fitness levels as the activity is sedentary but mentally engaging.

Overview

Spend 12 hours crafting your own sewing projects in Amsterdam’s De Pijp neighborhood. Join De Steek’s guided lessons, access sustainable fabrics, and enjoy a creative café atmosphere tailored to all skill levels.

Amsterdam, Noord-Holland

Sewing Lesson Package – 12 hours (De Pijp)

Above 13 yrs • 6 lessons of 2 h each • Learn the most important sewing techniques!

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About This Adventure

Join our Sewing Café for 12 hours of creative exploration, guided by a professional. Suitable for all skill levels, you can work on personal projects, learn sewing basics, and access a sustainable fabric store. Enjoy a flexible schedule, a cozy coffee corner, and the chance to bring your ideas to life!

Duration: 6 lessons x 2 hours (total of 12 hours)

About

With this package it is possible to spend a total of 12 hours in our Sewing Café with guidance of a professional to help you with your projects. This package is suitable for both beginners and advanced students. We have a flexible schedule, so it is possible to book the lessons on the days/times of your wishes.

Materials, Patterns & Tools

Machines & tools are included in the lessons. Materials you have to provide yourself are fabrics, sewing thread, pins and, when needed, sewing supplies like a zipper or buttons. We also have a little fabric store at our studio, so it is also possible to purchase the materials there. Or we can give you tips in the lessons where to go for extra materials, if needed. 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 some nice clothing patterns & books. If you work on a specific pattern or project, please send an email first with the sewing pattern or picture/drawing to oost@desteekamsterdam.nl.

Choose your first lesson in the calendar above and after purchase you will receive a coupon code from us, with which you can easily book the remaining lessons later yourself. You can book in slots of 2 hours.

Highlights

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. Coffee corner present in sewing cafe in which you can order drinks and bites.

Includes

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.

Excludes

Materials you have to provide yourself are fabrics, sewing thread, pins and, when needed, sewing supplies like zippers or buttons.

Important to Know

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.

**IMPORTANT NOTE:

Did you make a reservation but suddenly you’re not able to come anymore? You can still cancel or change your lesson latest 24 hours before the lesson starts without losing your lesson. If you don't cancel your class in time, regardless of the reason (the deadline is 24 hours before your class starts), it will not be possible to redo the lesson cost-free.

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.

Adventure Tips

Bring Your Own Fabric

While sewing machines and tools are provided, you’ll need to supply your own fabrics and sewing notions like zippers or buttons.

Flexible Scheduling

Book lessons in 2-hour blocks on days and times that suit your calendar for a completely customizable experience.

Arrive With Ideas Ready

Bring sketches, photos, or patterns of projects you want to work on to maximize your lesson time.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel or reschedule at least 24 hours before your lesson to avoid losing your class without extra cost.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Urban songbirds common in De Pijp’s parks such as sparrows and blackbirds
  • Occasional ducks and swans along nearby canals

History

De Pijp is a historically working-class neighborhood shaped by late 19th century urban expansion, now a hub for creatives and artisans.

Conservation

De Steek’s sustainable fabric store champions environmentally friendly textiles and waste reduction in the local fashion craft scene.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Personal Fabric

Essential

Bring your own textiles to work on projects that match your vision and style.

Sewing Notions

Essential

Items like thread, pins, buttons, or zippers you may need depending on your projects.

Comfortable Clothing

Wear clothes that let you sit comfortably during the lessons.

Notebook or Sketchbook

Useful for noting techniques, design ideas, or patterns during lessons.