New Hampshire
Academy of Sewing

CLASSES



CLASSES The New Hampshire Academy of Sewing offers a variety of classes covering all aspects of garment sewing, pattern fitting, pattern drafting, and fit. They range from short term classes - 6 to 8 weeks long to long term classes - 6 months to a year long. Most classes are offered on a first come, first served basis. If you are interested in a class, please contact us to find out when the class is scheduled. If you and 2 of your friends want a particular class, as time permits we can schedule one just for your group. We also offer private lessons. Contact us to learn more.

Which one is right for you? See our "Skill Level Prerequisites" to help you decide where to start.

  • If you have never sewn, or sewed many years ago and want a refresher, try our Beginner class.
  • If you have a little sewing knowledge and want to increase your skills, try one of our Basics classes.
  • Our Pattern Fit, Draft & Design for Style series is perfect for those that have sewn for a few years or more and are frustrated with how commercial patterns fit them ... and need some help figuring out why.
  • Looking for an alternative to vocational training, going off to design school in the near future, or looking for a career change? Look at one of the Garment Construction courses.
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    Skill Level Prerequisite

  • 1 = Never learned to sew
  • 2 = Learned to sew many years ago, skills rusty
  • 3 = Have been sewing 1-5 years
  • 4 = Have been sewing more than 5 years

    • Class Dates Cost Description
    Beginner and Basics Classes are generally held on Tuesday evenings on a rotating schedule. If you have missed the beginning date of a class, another class at your level will be along soon. Specialty classes may be held on Monday evenings. Garment Construction classes may be held on Tuesday mornings or Wednesday evenings. Some classes are available on Friday mornings on a limited availability basis. Please contact us for details.
    Beginner Sewing:
    Learn To Sew

    Skill level = 1

    		Tuesday evenings

    November 4 - December 16, 2008
    6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

    7 weeks

    		$195.00
    (includes beginner tool kit, pattern and notions needed for your first project)     		To learn more about this class, click here
    "SEWING BASICS" Series
    Basics 1: The Skirt

    Skill level = 2 or 3

    		Tuesday evenings

    1/6/09 - 2/10/09
    6:30 - 9 p.m.

    6 weeks

    		$175.00
    Includes pattern.     		To learn more about this class, click here
    Basics 2: Casual Top

    Skill level = 2 or 3

    		Tuesday evenings

    2/24/09 - 3/24/09
    6:30 - 9 p.m.

    5 weeks

    		$150.00
    Includes pattern.     		To learn more about this class, click here
    Basics 3: Blouse

    Skill level = 3 or 4

    		Tuesday evenings

    To be scheduled
    6:30 - 9 p.m.

    5 weeks

    		$150.00 To learn more about this class, click here
    Basics 4: Pants

    Skill level = 3 or 4

    		Tuesday evenings

    To be scheduled
    6:30 - 9 p.m.

    5 weeks

    		$150.00

    Includes muslin for fitting shell.     		To learn more about this class, click here
    Basics 5: Cardigan Jacket

    Skill level = 3 or 4

    		Tuesday evenings

    To be scheduled
    6:30 - 9 p.m.

    6 weeks

    		$200.00

    Includes muslin for fitting shell.     		To learn more about this class, click here
    SPECIALTY & OTHER CLASSES
    ALTERATIONS

    Skill level = 2, 3 or 4

    		Monday evenings

    To be scheduled
    6:30 - 9 p.m.

    5 weeks

    		$125.00 To learn more about this class, click here
    BRIDAL SEWING:
    Designing & making that special dress

    Skill Level = 3 or 4

    		Monday evenings

    To be scheduled
    6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

    8 weeks

    		Cost: $250.00 To learn more about this class, click here
    PATTERNS:
    Drafting Your Own Patterns

    Skill Level = 2, 3 or 4

    		Monday evenings

    To be scheduled


    6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.

    Each garment (unit) is a 5 week class

    		$125.00
    per unit
    includes muslin to make fitting shells and pattern tissue to practice drafting new patterns     		To learn more about this class, click here
    DRESSMAKING COURSES

    Note: For the following courses, students will be requested to have a private interview with the instructor to determine their skill level and placement.

    If you miss the beginning date of the garment construction classes, you may be allowed to join an ongoing class. Contact us for details.
    Garment Construction 101 GC 101: Tuesday mornings

    beginning September 2, 2008
    9:00 a.m.- 12 noon

    Wednesday evenings

    beginning 10/1/08
    6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

    		$1,500.00

    (payable in five installments of $300 each)     		To learn more about this class, click here
    Garment Construction 201 GC 201: Contact the Academy with your interest $2,000.00

    (payable in five installments of $400 each)     		To learn more about this class, click here


    To register for any of the above classes: Contact Susan via e-mail or print the registration form and mail it to New Hampshire Academy of Sewing, P.O. Box 206, Canterbury, NH 03224.

    Questions: Feel free to call!

    Susan Andriks
    New Hampshire Academy of Sewing
    Canterbury, NH 03224
    603.783.9270
    Email thefabricsmith@surfglobal.net