Sew on Central offers beginner, advanced beginner, intermediate, and advanced classes for children 7 years and older, as well as a few early-dismissal classes for nearby schools, and a special hand-stitching course for our younger 5-6 year olds. Our small size classes explore the craft of sewing while helping your child discover the joy that comes from creating something handmade. Young sewists learn how to trace patterns, prep and cut fabric and sew a variety of seams on a sewing machine. We will complete several projects during a session. You will be amazed what your child can create with needle, machine, fabric and thread! Scroll down to find details and register today!
Returning student? Welcome back! Your child may do best in one level for more than one session as new skills are learned and reinforced. If you have any questions about what level your child should be in, please email Erica, our Youth Director, at Erica@sewoncentral.com.
Questions about registration? Please email us at admin@sewoncentral.com, we’re happy to help!
Please note: If your child misses a class, we will do our best to catch them up in the next session. We do not offer make-up sessions for missed classes. Please read our full registration/cancellation policy below before registering. By registering for a class, you agree to Sew on Central’s registration/cancellation policy.
These morning workshops are great for ages 7-12 and any sewing level. Expand for days/times and details. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to register.
Wednesday, April 10 (12:30-2:30p) | Evanston Early Dismissal Day
Monday, April 22 (10:00a-12:00p) | Wilmette Day Off/Earth Day
Wednesday, May 1 (12:30-2:30p) | Evanston Early Dismissal Day
After School & Weekend Classes | 7 Week Session — $175
Classes for the Spring Session start the week of April 1 and run through May 19th, 2024.
Youth Classes for ages 7 & up*
Hand-Sewing for ages 5-6
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A special hand-sewing class for our youngest stitchers!
Wednesdays 2:45 - 3:45 pm
Saturdays 10:30 - 11:30 am
We start from the beginning, sewing seams, cutting fabric, and basic sewing machine operation are included. Most students will take the Beginner Level classes multiple times before advancing to the next level.
Mondays 4:00 - 5:15 pm
Tuesdays 4:00 - 5:15 pm
Thursdays 4:00 - 5:15 pm **
Saturdays 9:00 - 10:15 am
Saturdays 12:15 - 1:30 pm **
Sewists should have taken Beginner Sewing at least once, often for a few sessions, and comfortably know how to operate a sewing machine, sew straight seams, and cut fabric. Students will learn a variety of new seams and how to install a zipper.
Wednesdays 4:00 - 5:15 pm
Thursdays 4:00 - 5:15 pm **
Saturdays 12:15 - 1:30 pm **
Sundays 10:00 - 11:15 am
This is for sewists at the Intermediate level and above. Beginner and Advanced Beginner sessions may be completed multiple times before advancing to Intermediate or Advanced.
Students will learn how to read and sew a commercial pattern and develop the skills need to sew more complicated pieces.
Mondays 5:30 - 6:45 pm * Ages 11 - 15 ONLY
Fridays 4:00 - 5:15 pm
Saturdays 10:30 - 11:45 am
Sundays 11:30 - 12:45 pm
** Denotes multi-level session suitable for both Beginners and Advanced Beginners
* Reserved for ages 11 - 15
These classes are scheduled for nearby schools with regular early dismissal days.
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ATTENTION CENTRAL SCHOOL STUDENTS: For this session, Central School students will need to register separately on this page. Registration is now open publicly/for new students.
Sears School: Tuesdays 2:30-3:45 pm | 7 Week Session $175
St. Athanasius School: Wednesdays 2:45 - 3:45 pm | 7 Week Session $155 (hand-sewing and beginner level machine sewing options)
Central School: Fridays 2:30 - 3:45 pm | 7 Week Session $175 ** see note above re: registration **