A fun, hands-on sewing workshop just for ages 12–17! In this 2-hour class, teens will learn the basics of using a sewing machine, then put those skills to work by making a fun project that changes every month!

All materials and machines are provided, but students are welcome to bring their own sewing machine if they’d like to learn on it.

Caregivers are invited to stay and relax in the studio, pull up a chair and join in, or head out to run a few errands!

In this two-day workshop, kids will learn how to turn their sewing skills into their very own mini handmade business! We’ll spend two afternoons sewing fun, market-friendly projects while learning how to prepare handmade items to sell.

Kids will also go home with instructions, project ideas, and inspiration to keep sewing between classes, so they can build up their own collection of handmade goods to bring to the market! They can make as much or as little as they’d like outside of class and put their own creative spin on what they sell!

Then comes the exciting part: on November 22, our young makers will get their own spot at a special kids’ handmade market at Gravel & Grind in downtown Frederick, where they can sell what they’ve created to real customers! Let’s build up our young entrepreneurs!

Workshop Dates:
Sunday, September 27 | 2–4 p.m.
Sunday, November 1 | 2–4 p.m.

Kids’ Handmade Market:
Sunday, November 22 at Gravel & Grind in downtown Frederick

Ages 7+ are welcome to join!

A fun, hands-on sewing workshop just for kids ages 7-11! In this 2-hour workshop, we'll learn about using a sewing machine, and then sew a project! The project changes every month. All materials and machines are included, but they are welcome to bring their own machine if they have one.

Younger kids are welcome, but must take the class with an adult. Caregivers are welcome to stay and participate or watch, or leave and go run those errands you've been putting off! (or just go drink coffee in peace, I'm not judging!)

Wednesday, October 21 | 4–6 p.m.

A fun, hands-on workshop just for kids ages 7-11! In this 2-hour class, kids are invited to draw or write a story and then bring their story to life in fabric! Kids will have lots of options, including hand or machine appliqué, embroidery, and fabric markers and watercolor pencils to add details to their textile story.

All materials and machines are included, but kids are welcome to bring their own machine if they have one. Beginner-friendly, kids should be comfortable using a sewing machine.

Caregivers are welcome to stay and participate or watch, or leave and go run those errands you’ve been putting off!

Julia Triman is a quilter and quilting teacher fascinated with the creative process and the philosophy of creativity. She shares her quilts and creativity stories at quiltingjulia.com.

Wednesday, October 28 | 4–6 p.m.

Is your tween interested in quilting, but not sure where to start? Do they have a creative quilting project they want to make, but need help with design or techniques? In this small-group session tweens are invited to work on their own creative quilting projects. If they need inspiration, we’ll have pre-cut fabric squares to jump right into sewing patchwork! 

Tweens will have access to:

• A rainbow of solid fabric scraps

• A variety of hand quilting thread and embroidery floss colors

• Marking tools including inktense pencils, fabric markers, and more

• Sewing machines and a wide range of sewing notions and tools

• Books and other resources

All materials above are included; there may be additional materials we can provide, but if there is something highly specific to the project, you may need to supply that.

Ages 8-13

Julia Triman is a quilter and quilting teacher fascinated with the creative process and the philosophy of creativity. She shares her quilts and creativity stories at quiltingjulia.com.

Unleash your creativity and learn the art of sewing in this engaging 3-day workshop designed specifically for homeschool students ages 7-12! This workshop covers the essentials of sewing, from threading a machine and mastering its features to cutting fabric and understanding patterns. Students will explore various stitching techniques, practice hand sewing, and complete a series of fun, hands-on projects. Perfect for beginners, this workshop blends technical skills with creativity, ensuring every student leaves with personalized creations and newfound confidence in their sewing abilities.

Becky Jane studied pattern making and design at Apparel and Arts in San Francisco, and has been teaching sewing for 10+ years. She’s also the owner of By Becky Jane where she creates and sells custom apparel and accessories.

All sewing machines, tools, and materials are included, but you’re welcome to bring your own if you’d like!

Friends and Siblings Discount:
Register more than one child and receive 10% off each!