Join De Steek’s advanced sewing workshops this summer to hone your skills with expert guidance, hands-on techniques, and creative community support in Amsterdam West.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
8 sessions over several weeks
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels comfortable with fine motor work and concentration
Wildlife
History
De Steek has been a part of Amsterdam’s craft scene for over a decade, fostering local artisanship and community craft education.
Conservation
De Steek promotes sustainable sewing practices by encouraging the use of eco-friendly fabrics and responsible sourcing.
De Steek
Join De Steek’s advanced sewing workshops this summer to hone your skills with expert guidance, hands-on techniques, and creative community support in Amsterdam West.
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.
Arrive prepared
Bring your own sewing machine if available, along with fabrics and basic tools to maximize your workshop experience.
Manage your pace
Focus on mastering one technique at a time; don’t rush through the steps to ensure quality results.
Ask questions
Instructors are supportive and happy to clarify techniques or give personalized tips throughout the sessions.
Share your projects
Use the opportunity to connect with fellow sewists by sharing your progress and ideas during breaks.
Sewing machine
A reliable sewing machine helps you practice and develop your techniques during the workshop.
Fabric and notions
Bring your own fabrics and sewing notions to personalize your projects.
Cutting mat and rotary cutter
Useful for precise cutting of fabric pieces during the class.
Comfortable clothing
Wear comfortable clothing suitable for moving around and working on projects.