Learn How to Become a Fashion Designer

Welcome to FFW, where students 6-18 learn how to design and sew their own clothes.

Kids Fashion Design Classes at Fashion First WorkshopsOur teens and kids fashion design classes online and in-person take place right after school and on the weekends at various locations.

Fashion First Workshops, headquartered in Plainfield NJ, offers these classes throughout the year in 6-8 week sessions, 1 1/2 to 2 hour classes: Fall l, Fall ll, Winter l, Winter ll and Spring.

We also offer workshops seasonally throughout the year on school holidays. Now anyone can learn how to become a fashion designer.

And don't forget to enroll in Fashion Summer Camp when school's out!

Recap of our sewing classes

  • ages 6-18 all welcome
  • no sewing experience necessary
  • all supplies included as well as use of our sewing machines
  • students take home the project they created
  • all students help plan and set up for their very own fashion runway show, where
  • the students model their design! All are welcome.
  • beginners welcome, classes indicate the skill level needed to register for the class.
  • read all class policies prior to registration
  • have fun learning how to become a fashion designer!

Upcoming Kids Fashion Design Classes

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Madison 1.5 Hour Private Lessonsshow details + $80.00 (USD)  

  • Madison 1.5 Hour Private Lessons
     December 23, 2023 - December 31, 2024
     9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Description: Interested in private lessons for kids, teens, or adults? Our students start with basic sewing lessons and learn to make a unique item. We find a time that works best with your busy schedule. Beginner Sewing Instruction- like Sewing Machine Operation And A Basic Project Like A Tote Bag Or Throw Pillow! Intermediate Sewing (more…)

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Drawstring Top – Fashion First Workshop – Spring 2024 - Ages 10+show details + $160.00 (USD)   Expired
Drawstring Top – Fashion First Workshop – Spring 2024 - Ages 7-9show details + $160.00 (USD)   Expired

  • Drawstring Top – Fashion First Workshop – Spring 2024 - Ages 7-9
     March 6, 2024 - April 17, 2024
     4:00 pm - 5:15 pm
  • Drawstring Top – Fashion First Workshop – Spring 2024 - Ages 10+
     March 6, 2024 - April 17, 2024
     5:30 pm - 6:45 pm

Join us and create a Spring Drawstring Top Our student designers will explore and Recreate a classic silhouette! Information March 6, 13 & 27th // April 3, 10 & 17th Ages 7-9 // 4:00 pm – 5:15 pm Ages 10+ // 5:30 pm – 6:45 pm No sewing experience needed Unisex classes You’ll start with: (more…)

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Homeschoolers - Design & Create A Drawstring Top - 1st Childshow details + $150.00 (USD)  
Homeschoolers - Design & Create A Drawstring Top - 2nd Siblingshow details + $120.00 (USD)  

  • Homeschoolers - Design & Create A Drawstring Top
     March 14, 2024 - April 25, 2024
     1:00 pm - 2:15 pm

Information: Thursdays March 14 & 28th // April 4, 11, 18 & 25th Homeschoolers 1:00 pm – 2:15 pm Includes All Supplies And Equipment Boys and Girls Welcome Our student designers will explore and recreate classic silhouettes! You’ll start with: Choosing your fabric, designing and sketching your design (render your fabric) Measuring Cutting out your (more…)

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Spring Fashion Sewing Classes March 25 - May 6: 3:30 pm - 4:45show details + $160.00 (USD)  
Spring Fashion Sewing Classes March 25 - May 6: 6:00 - 7:15show details + $160.00 (USD)  

  • Spring Fashion Sewing Classes March 25 - May 6: 3:30 pm - 4:45
     March 25, 2024 - May 6, 2024
     3:30 pm - 4:45 pm
  • Spring Fashion Sewing Classes March 25 - May 6: 6:00 - 7:15
     March 25, 2024 - May 6, 2024
     6:00 pm - 7:15 pm

Description Our beginners who are looking to grow their sewing skills will be able to enhance their sewing skills as we guide alongside them. For our Advanced Beginners we are going to be making the Trendy Cutout Dress. A little more advanced in technique, our students are able to design and challenge their skills to (more…)

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American Girl Doll Collection Ages 5+ - Mar 30show details + $40.00 (USD)  
American Girl Doll Collection Ages 5+ - Mar 02show details + $40.00 (USD)   Expired
American Girl Doll Collection Ages 5+ - Feb 24show details + $40.00 (USD)   Expired
American Girl Doll Collection Ages 5+ - Jan 20show details + $40.00 (USD)   Expired

  • American Girl Doll Collection Ages 5+ - Mar 30
     March 30, 2024
     9:00 am - 11:00 am

Information: Saturdays Jan 20, Feb 24, March 2 & 30th Ages 5+ $40.00 Per Class or $150.00 For 4 Weeks Includes All Supplies And Equipment (more…)

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1.5-hr GROUP - Sat Mar 30show details + $50.00 (USD)  
1.5-hr GROUP - Sat Jan 27show details + $50.00 (USD)   Expired
1.5-hr GROUP - Sat Feb 03show details + $50.00 (USD)   Expired
1.5-hr GROUP - Sat Feb 17show details + $50.00 (USD)   Expired
1.5-hr GROUP - Sat Mar 02show details + $50.00 (USD)   Expired

  • 1.5-hr GROUP - Sat Mar 30
     March 30, 2024
     11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Description: In This Beginner Workshop, Kids Will Learn How To Use A Sewing Machine. They’ll Learn Sewing Machine Basic, Including: How To Wind A Bobbin, Thread The Machine And How To Sew Straight, Even Seams. Students Will Also Complete A Project To Take Home In This Workshop. All Materials Included! Projects: Pillow Scrunchies Tote bag (more…)

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Drawstring Top – Madison Community House – Spring 2024 - Ages 7 – 10show details + $235.00 (USD)  
Drawstring Top – Madison Community House – Spring 2024 - All Agesshow details + $235.00 (USD)  

  • Drawstring Top – Madison Community House – Spring 2024 - Ages 7 – 10
     April 2, 2024 - May 23, 2024
     4:30 pm - 5:45 pm
  • Drawstring Top – Madison Community House – Spring 2024 - All Ages
     April 2, 2024 - May 23, 2024
     5:45 pm - 7:00 pm

This spring our designers will be designing and making a drawstring top. Our students [Fashion Designers] start with the sketch (croquis), technical details, choosing and rendering the fabric, learning the proper way to make a pattern, including measuring each other, understanding the importance of this process and the fit of the garment. They learn how (more…)

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Shorts - SC Regional Park Center – Spring 2024 - 10 – 17show details + $120.00 (USD)  
Shorts - SC Regional Park Center – Spring 2024 - 7 – 10show details + $120.00 (USD)  

  • Shorts - SC Regional Park Center – Spring 2024 - 7 – 10
     April 9, 2024 - April 30, 2024
     3:30 pm - 4:45 pm
  • Shorts - SC Regional Park Center – Spring 2024 - 10 – 17
     April 9, 2024 - April 30, 2024
     4:45 pm - 6:00 pm

This spring our designers will be designing and making shorts! Our students [Fashion Designers] start the sketch (croquis) of the garment, lead sheet. Next, they’ll choose their fabric, render the fabric on the sketch. Learning the proper way to make a pattern, including measuring each other, understanding the importance of this process and the fit (more…)

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Westfield - Spring 2024 - Drawstring Top - Ages 7-10show details + $235.00 (USD)  
Westfield - Spring 2024 - Drawstring Top - Ages 7-10 - Non residentshow details + $250.00 (USD)  
Westfield - Spring 2024 - Drawstring Top - Ages 10 - 18show details + $235.00 (USD)  
Westfield - Spring 2024 - Drawstring Top - Ages 10 - 18 - Non Residentshow details + $250.00 (USD)  

  • Westfield - Spring 2024 - Drawstring Top - Ages 7-10
     April 18, 2024 - May 30, 2024
     4:00 pm - 5:15 pm
  • Westfield - Spring 2024 - Drawstring Top - Ages 10 - 18
     April 18, 2024 - May 30, 2024
     5:15 pm - 6:30 pm

Join us and create a Spring Drawstring Top Our student designers will explore and Recreate a classic silhouette! Information April 18 & 25th,  May 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30th Ages 7-10 – 4:00-5:15 Ages 10-18 5:15-6:30 No sewing experience needed Unisex classes Fee $235.00 Westfield residents $250.00 out of town Fabric and use of (more…)