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Discover your sewing skills at De Steek in Amsterdam West with this hands-on workshop. Create a custom organic skirt while learning essential techniques in a welcoming studio.
4 hours
easy
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
Discover your sewing skills at De Steek in Amsterdam West with this hands-on workshop. Create a custom organic skirt while learning essential techniques in a welcoming studio.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal physical activity required; good dexterity helps.
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History
Amsterdam West has transformed from industrial roots to a hub for creative industries, reflecting a blend of history and modern design.
Conservation
The studio emphasizes sustainable practices by promoting organic fabrics and eco-friendly techniques.
De Steek
Discover your sewing skills at De Steek in Amsterdam West with this hands-on workshop. Create a custom organic skirt while learning essential techniques in a welcoming studio.
De Steek is a Amsterdam‑based craft studio and teaching collective offering hands‑on sewing, upcycling and fibre craft workshops across De Pijp and Amsterdam West. The programme includes structured multi‑session courses such as beginner sewing series and lingerie workshops, short one‑day projects like upcycled baby sets and puff top classes, plus walk‑in and drop‑in lessons in a community Sewing Café.
Experienced makers and named instructors teach many sessions — for example, designer Ulara leads lingerie workshops, Michelle teaches sewing classes in Amsterdam West, Studio Itske runs upcycled baby projects, and illustrator Monique Clara contributes a punch needle workshop to special events. Classes cover practical skills such as machine basics, pattern work, repairing and visible mending, and garment construction from bralettes and underwire bras to skirts, pants and children’s clothes.
De Steek also hosts craft lessons for kids and teens, guided knitting, crochet, embroidery, punch needle and weaving sessions in the craft café, and offers table rentals for independent makers. Several offerings explicitly blend sustainability and reuse, with upcycling workshops to transform existing garments. Sessions and lessons are scheduled across neighbourhood studios and the craft café, with formats ranging from guided single‑project lessons to multi‑week courses for skill progression.
De Steek is listed on The Adventure Collective and presents its full schedule and booking options through that platform and direct studio listings.
Location
Amsterdam, Noord‑Holland
Workshops in De Pijp and Amsterdam West
Workshops
69 experiences
Sewing, knitting, crochet and more
Named Instructors
Ulara, Michelle, Studio Itske
Designers and guest makers teach classes
Venues
De Pijp & Amsterdam West
Multiple neighbourhood studios
Browse De Steek workshops in De Pijp and Amsterdam West and reserve a spot in sewing, upcycling, knitting, crochet or a craft walk‑in today.
Bring your own fabric
Opt for lightweight, organic fabrics like cotton or linen for easier sewing and a more polished look.
Arrive early
Getting to the studio at least 15 minutes before starts helps you settle in and gather materials.
Wear comfortable clothes
Dress in clothes you don’t mind getting a little sewing dust on for ease of movement.
Ask questions
Take advantage of the professional guidance—no question is too small in crafting your perfect skirt.
Personal sewing kit
Bring your own small sewing kit including scissors, pins, and thread to follow along.
Comfortable clothing
Wear comfortable clothes suitable for sitting and precise handwork.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated during the workshop.
Notebook and pen
Jot down tips or keep sketches of your design ideas.