KIDS & TWEENS
LEARN TO SEW 1

The Neon Needle studio, tool wall, large cutting table, a quilt is hung on the wall, you can see an iron, sewing machines, a persian run, judys / mannequins in the large window that faces Bloor Street in Koreatown.
Five kids are posing, in The Neon Needle studio, wearing the headbands that they just sewed themselves. Some of them are making funny faces. These are the first kids who took the Kids & Tweens Learn to Sew class.
Throw pillow, size 16" x 16" that were made in the Learn to Sew class by students. They are arranged in the entrance way of the studio so we could take a photo.
Students from the first Kids & Tweens Learn to Sew class. The kids are sitting at their sewing machines. They are smiling, the kids are about to sew a new project. In the background you can see the Neon Needle studio.

We believe sewing is magical, empowering, & rewarding!

This class is for kids and tweens aged 9-14.

Sewing is not only a life skill, it allows you to exercise fine motor control, hand-eye coordination, spacial awareness, focus, and problem solving skills. Also there is no confidence boost like seeing what you are capable of creating!

Students will learn the basics of fabric, tools, machine operation and make 3 projects:

  • Knotted Headband

  • Pillow

  • Drawstring bag

With the skills, techniques and confidence acquired, you’ll be able to make dozens of different projects on your own. This is also the foundation needed to move on to clothing, quilts, bags, etc.!

Learn how to:

  • Identify different fabric types

  • Thread + operate sewing machine

  • Mark + cut fabric

  • Doublefold hem

  • Finish a raw edge w/ zigzag

  • Fix a mistake

  • Encase elastic

  • Turn a perfectly pointy corner

  • Insert a drawstring

Skill Level: No experience necessary!

Class Size: 6 people

How Long: 4 classes @ 2 hours each

Where: The Neon Needle Studio @ Bloor + Christie (647A Bloor Street West)

Cost: $400 + HST Includes ALL materials & pillow insert

UPCOMING DATES:

WEEKEND INTENSIVE JULY 5 + 6 @10-2:15pm

Interested in a private workshop?

Private workshops are available for groups of 2 or more.

Get in touch and we will book your group in.