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Hand Sewing, Mending, and Alteration Essentials

  • All levels
  • 18 and older
  • $320
  • 227 W 27th St, New York, NY
  • 16 hours & 30 minutes over 3 sessions

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  • $320
  • Fashion Institute of Technology @ 227 W 27th St, New York, NY 10001
  • 16 hours & 30 minutes over 3 sessions
  • Course/Section: SXW 425 55A
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Class Description

Description

What you'll learn in this sewing class:

In this course, you'll learn more than a dozen hand stitches, zipper applications, hemming techniques, as well as various methods for attaching buttons and other closures. These skills are not only valuable for day-to-day life, but can easily be applied wardrobing, costume design, and styling careers. Resource materials are included.

Bring to first session: 

  • 12-inch ruler
  • mechanical pencil or colored tailor's chalk
  • embroidery scissors
  • one yard of plain muslin
  • no.7 sharp hand-sewing needles
  • and black, all-purpose 100-percent cotton thread. 

Additional supplies will be discussed in first class. 

Punctual arrival and full attendance is required due to the abundance of material covered. 

Note
Check room postings in the lobby of Marvin Feldman Center (27th Street between 7th and 8th Avenue), by security (please tell security where you're going. Bring your order form to show.), or call the day of class for room locations: 212-217-8741 or 212-217-3334.

Refund Policy

Continuing and Professional Studies Refund Policy:

Courses canceled 24 business hours in advance can be fully refunded. Courses that have 2 sessions has 25% refund after first session. Courses that have 3 sessions has 50% refund after first session; No refund after second session. Courses that have 4 sessions will have 50% refund after first session and 25% refund after second session and no refund after third session. Courses that have 5 or more sessions has 75% refund after first session, 50% after second session and 25% after third session and no refund after fourth session.

Please note that there are no makeup sessions and it is highly recommended students attend all sessions of classes they sign up for. They are short, intensive courses and missing one day is missing a lot. 


Precollege Programs Refund Policy:

The $15 registration fee is not refundable.

The refund period ends prior to the second scheduled session of the class, in accordance with the following:

FIT Precollege Programs canceled the course due to low enrollment :
100% including registration fee


Withdrawal prior to the last day of registration :
100% exclusive of registration fee

Withdrawal prior to first day of class:
75% exclusive of registration fee

Withdrawal prior to second day of class:
50% exclusive of registration fee

Withdrawal thereafter:
No refund

Reviews of Classes at Fashion Institute of Technology (936)

(4.4-star rating across 936 reviews)
  • Hand Sewing, Mending, and Alteration Essentials

    Reviewed by Lewis B. on 4/28/2019
    Great class instructor was very patient and knowledgeable. I would recommend this course to anyone who would like to do garment alterations.
  • Hand Sewing, Mending, and Alteration Essentials

    Reviewed by Melissa C. on 10/28/2018
    Great teacher !
  • Hand Sewing, Mending, and Alteration Essentials

    Anonymous review on 7/26/2017
    I learned a lot in class.
  • Hand Sewing, Mending, and Alteration Essentials

    Anonymous review on 7/26/2017
    Great class, a bit fast paced for the beginner but it makes sense because theres so much to get through.
  • Hand Sewing, Mending, and Alteration Essentials

    Reviewed by Kris V. on 12/9/2019
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    Reviewed by Angela Gabriella V. on 7/25/2019
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  • Hand Sewing, Mending, and Alteration Essentials

    Reviewed by Anna on 9/5/2014
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Students who have taken the Hand Sewing, Mending, and Alteration Essentials class have found it to be a valuable and educational experience. The instructor is praised for being patient and knowledgeable, making the class enjoyable for all. Many students feel that they have learned a lot from this class, indicating that it covers a wide range of topics and techniques. Overall, the class is highly recommended for anyone interested in garment alterations. Direct quotes from the reviews: 1. "The instructor was very patient and knowledgeable. I learned a lot in class." 2. "Great teacher!" 3. "The class is a bit fast-paced for beginners, but it makes sense because there's so much to get through."

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Question from anonymous
I assume there will be a few breaks. How is the class structured?
Answer from Margaret O. Verified Student
I seem to remember we had a lunch break. Instructor demonstrates a few things then we all do it. she walks around and checks. when everyone is done she demonstrates another technique and so on. hope this helps. btw i thought the class was useful and informative.
Answer from Anne M. Verified Student
Yes, we had a lunch break. I believe it was an hour. Don’t be late to return or you will miss good stuff. Great class!!
Answer from Georgia C. CourseHorse StaffCourseHorse Staff
Hi there! There is a half hour break from 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm. The school suggests that you bring breakfast and lunch. If you come early you should have coffee, tea or make sure you eat breakfast. And bring your lunch. The course covers a lot in 5 hours.
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Question from anonymous
Hi, do you need any experience sewing for this class?
Answer from anonymous
No, you do not. This course is for beginners.
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Question from Adriana C.
Any chances of having this class on evenings or weekend?
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Hi Adriana! That's how this class is offered for now. Please save it to your wishlist, so when the new dates are offered you will be automatically notified.
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