Learn How to Become a Fashion Designer
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 Events
MONDAYS OCT 20, 27 NOV 3, 10, 17 – Fashion Sewing Classes
4:30 PM FOR AGES 7-9
6:00 PM for AGES 10-16
Now that FALL is here, it’s time to create and make a unique hooded top! This top will feature a hood or a a tunic style length, sleeve cuff, ribbon trim and pocket if your skills allow!
Choose from an array of FABRICS LT AND HEAVY WEIGHT TIE DYES SOLIDS, STRIPES AND FLORALS fabrics. We can’t wait to get started!!
Information
- TIME: 4:30-5:45 AGES 7 -9 or 6-7:15 AGES 10-16
- OCT 20, 27 NOV 3, 10, 17
- NO SEWING SKILLS NECESSARY.
- BOYS AND GIRLS WELCOME
- Location: ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS
- Address: 10051 McGregor BLVD (STUDIO 102) FORT MYERS, FL 33919
Fee
- $160.00 PER PERSON INCLUDES ALL FABRIC, TRIMS & USE OF SEWING MACHINES
Min 4 Max 8
Get ready to become a Fashion Designer! Our Student Designers will explore crafting clothing from start to finish. Our designers will be creating a hooded TOP OR DRESS. The last class will include a short yet spectacular fashion show for the family.
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 to pin and sew using a sewing machine. Then, they sew the entire garment including the final fitting. Finally, for our designers to explore their innermost fashion taste and skills. Our designers team up with other designers for this quite unique and fun experience.
No sewing experience necessary. All fabric, supplies, and use of the sewing machines are included.
WEDNESDAYS OCT 22, 29 NOV 5, 12, 19 – Fashion Sewing Classes
4:30 PM FOR AGES 9-17
Now that FALL is here, it’s time to create and make a unique hooded top! This top will feature a hood or a a tunic style length, sleeve cuff, ribbon trim and pocket if your skills allow!
Choose from an array of FABRICS LT AND HEAVY WEIGHT TIE DYES SOLIDS, STRIPES AND FLORALS fabrics. We can’t wait to get started!!
Information
- TIME 4:30-5:45 PM WEDNESDAYS OCT 22, 29, NOV 5, 12, 19
- AGES 9-17
- NO SEWING SKILLS NECESSARY.
- BOYS AND GIRLS WELCOME
- Location: ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS
- Address: 10051 McGregor BLVD (STUDIO 102) FORT MYERS, FL 33919
Fee
- $160.00 PER PERSON INCLUDES ALL FABRIC, TRIMS & USE OF SEWING MACHINES)
Min 4 Max 8
Get ready to become a Fashion Designer! Our Student Designers will explore crafting clothing from start to finish. Our designers will be creating a hooded TOP OR DRESS. The last class will include a short yet spectacular fashion show for the family.
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 to pin and sew using a sewing machine. Then, they sew the entire garment including the final fitting. Finally, for our designers to explore their innermost fashion taste and skills. Our designers team up with other designers for this quite unique and fun experience.
No sewing experience necessary. All fabric, supplies, and use of the sewing machines are included.
WEDNESDAYS OCT 22, 29 NOV 5 ,12, 19 DEC 3, 10 & 17 – FASHION FUNDAMENTALS Course
6-8 PM AGES 13+
Get ready to become a Fashion Designer! Our Student Designers will explore everything they need to know to become a fashion designer.
You’ll learn all the basics-
Sloper development
Draping
Pattern making
Textile fiber & fabric properties
Lead sheet development
Flat sketch design
Fabric rendering
Garment construction
Silhouette development
Sewing skills
Design your first original pattern and design to wear
Information
- TIME: 6:00-8:00
- OCT 22, 29 NOV 5 ,12, 19 DEC 3, 10 & 17 FOR 8 WEEKS
- NO SEWING SKILLS NECESSARY.
- BOYS AND GIRLS WELCOME
- Location: ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS
- Address: 10051 McGregor BLVD (STUDIO 102) FORT MYERS, FL 33919
Fee
- $290 PER PERSON INCLUDES use of sewing machine other supplies the student will need to purchase
Min 4 Max 8
If by chance you have a Passion for Fashion and are exploring a fashion career as a designer. You have come to the right place. We’ll teach you the basics of fashion design.
The supply list will be passed to you after sign up. You can either purchase some of the items from us
or from a supplier we will designate.
SATURDAYS OCT 25 NOV 1, 8, 15, 22 DEC 6, 13 & 20 – FASHION FUNDAMENTALS Course
11:30-1:30 AGES 13+
Get ready to become a Fashion Designer! Our Student Designers will explore everything they need to know to become a fashion designer.
You’ll learn all the basics-
Sloper development
Draping
Pattern making
Textile fiber & fabric properties
Lead sheet development
Flat sketch design
Fabric rendering
Garment construction
Silhouette development
Sewing skills
Design your first original pattern and design to wear
Information
- TIME: 11:30-1:30
- OCT 25 NOV 1 ,8, 15, 22 DEC 6, 13 & 20 FOR 8 WEEKS
- NO SEWING SKILLS NECESSARY.
- BOYS AND GIRLS WELCOME
- Location: ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS
- Address: 10051 McGregor BLVD (STUDIO 102) FORT MYERS, FL 33919
Fee
- $290. PER PERSON INCLUDES use of sewing machine other supplies the student will need to purchase
Min 4 Max 8
If by chance you have a Passion for Fashion and are exploring a fashion career as a designer. You have come to the right place. We’ll teach you the basics of fashion design.
The supply list will be passed to you after sign up. You can either purchase some of the items from us
or from a supplier we will designate.
SATURDAYS OCT 25 NOV 1, 8, 15, 22 DEC 6 – LEARN FASHION DESIGN SKILLS for our younger designers 7+
2:00-3:30 AGES 7+
Get ready to become a Fashion Designer! Our Student Designers will explore everything they need to know to become a fashion designer.
You’ll learn all the basics-
Sloper development
Draping
Pattern making
Textile fiber & fabric properties
Lead sheet development
Flat sketch design
Fabric rendering
Garment construction
Silhouette development
Sewing skills
Design your first original pattern and design for your doll to wear
Information
- TIME: 2:00-3::30
- OCT 25 NOV 1 ,8, 15, 22 & DEC 6 FOR 8 WEEKS
- NO SEWING SKILLS NECESSARY.
- BOYS AND GIRLS WELCOME
- Location: ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS
- Address: 10051 McGregor BLVD (STUDIO 102) FORT MYERS, FL 33919
Fee
- $245 PER PERSON INCLUDES all supplies, use of sewing machine and the Mini Mannequin
Min 4 Max 8
If, by chance you have a Passion for Fashion and are exploring a fashion career as a designer.
You have come to the right place. We’ll teach you the basics of a fashion designers skills!
This 6 Week class is for the younger Fashion Design Student. She’ll learn most of the fashion basics similar to our older students. The difference is on an 18’’ mini Mannequin scale.
FRIDAYS NOV 7, 14, 21 DEC 5, 12 & 19 – FASHION LINE DEVELOPMENT Course
6-8 PM AGES 13+
Get ready to become a Fashion Designer! Our Student Designers will explore everything they need to know to become a Fashion Merchandiser, Textile Designer Or Stylist
You’ll learn all the basics-
Understand the fashion cycle
Textile fiber & fabric properties
Lead sheet development
Mood Boards
Flat sketch design
Fashion Sketching
Fabric rendering
Garment construction
Logo Design
Mock Campaign
Merchandising and marketing your product
Fashion language
Prototyping
Eco-Friendly
Fashion Technology
Textile Design
Information
- TIME: 6:00-8:00
- NOV 7,14, 21 DEC 5, 12 & 19 FOR 6 WEEKS
- NO SEWING SKILLS NECESSARY.
- BOYS AND GIRLS WELCOME
- Location: ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS
- Address: 10051 McGregor BLVD (STUDIO 102) FORT MYERS, FL 33919
Fee
- $200.00 – Supplies not included
Min 4 Max 8
If by chance you have a Passion for Fashion and are exploring a fashion career as a merchandiser or planner. You have come to the right place. We’ll teach you the basics of fashion line development.
The supply list will be passed to you after sign up. You can either purchase some of the items from us or from a supplier we will designate.
The Betsy Dress or a Dropped Waist Dress
Sewing & accessories 2-Day Camp
Location: ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS
Address: 10051 McGregor BLVD (STUDIO 102) FORT MYERS, FL
SEASON DATES Nov 24 & 25
TIME 10:00 – 2:00 AGES 7+ UNISEX, NO SKILLS NECESSARY (MIN 4 MAX 8)
Fee- $160.00 (INCLUDES use of sewing machine & all the supplies to make this Dress)
DESCRIPTION
Now that the holiday season is upon us it’s time to create and make a simple dress either the Betsy Dress or the dropped Waist Dress.
These 2 styles are very unique and quite flattering! The Betsy dress will feature a yoke and a flared skirt & no sleeve. The Dropped-waist dress was originally created in the 1920’s.
We can’t wait to see what our designer’s choose as their silhouette and their fabric selection!
Choose from an array of romantic florals, simple dots and solid fabrics. As time allows our students can create a unique accessory whether it be a head piece, belt, bag or even jewelry!
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 to pin and sew using a sewing machine. Then, they sew the entire garment including the final fitting. Finally, for our designers to explore their innermost fashion taste and skills. Our designers team up with other designers for this quite unique and fun experience.
No sewing experience necessary. All fabric, supplies, and use of the sewing machines are included.
Holiday dress classes on Mondays ages 7+
The Betsy Dress or a dropped waist dress Sewing class
Location: ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS
Address: 10051 McGregor BLVD (STUDIO 102) FORT MYERS, FL 33919
SEASON DATES DEC 1, 8 & 15 TIME 5:15 -7:15 AGES 7+ UNISEX, NO SKILLS NECESSARY
Fee- $165.00 (INCLUDES use of sewing machine & all the supplies to make this Dress)
DESCRIPTION
Now that FALL is upon us it’s time to create and make a simple dress either the Betsy Dress or the dropped Waist Dress. These 2 styles are very unique and quite flattering! The Betsy dress will feature a yoke and a flared skirt & no sleeve. Th Dropped-waist dress was originally created in the 1920’s.
We can’t wait to see what our designer’s choose as their silhouette and their fabric selection!
Choose from an array of romantic florals, simple dots and solid fabrics.
As time allows our students can create a unique accessory whether it be a head piece, belt, bag or even jewelry!
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 to pin and sew using a sewing machine. Then, they sew the entire garment including the final fitting. Finally, for our designers to explore their innermost fashion taste and skills. Our designers team up with other designers for this quite unique and fun experience.
No sewing experience necessary. All fabric, supplies, and use of the sewing machines are included.
CREATE & MAKE A COLD SHOULDER DRESS, TUNIC OR TOP
Location: ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS
Address: 10051 McGregor BLVD (STUDIO 102) FORT MYERS, FL 33919
OLDER KIDS CLASSES AGES 9-17
SEASON DATES JAN 14,21 & 28 FEB 4 & 11 FOR 5 WEEKS
TIME 4:30-5:45
AGES 9-17 UNISEX, NO SEWING SKILLS NEEDED, BEGINNERS AND SOME SKILLS
ALL WELCOME (MIN 4 MAX 8)
Fee- $160.00 (INCLUDES ALL FABRIC, TRIMS & USE OF SEWING MACHINES)
boys and girls welcome
DESCRIPTION
Now that WINTER is here, it’s time to create and make a FUN COLD SHPULDER TOP, TUNIC OR DRESS! This project has a flowing sleeve & a slit in the shoulder. The neckline is a draw cord & the silhouette is flowing and flattering. The perfect choice for winter. Choose from an array of FABRICS LT AND HEAVY WEIGHT TIE DYES SOLIDS, STRIPES AND FLORALS fabrics. We can’t wait to get started!!
Get ready to become a Fashion Designer! Our Student Designers will explore crafting clothing from start to finish. Our designers will be creating a hooded TOP OR DRESS. The last class will include a short yet spectacular fashion show for the family.
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 to pin and sew using a sewing machine. Then, they sew the entire garment including the final fitting. Finally, for our designers to explore their innermost fashion taste and skills. Our designers team up with other designers for this quite unique and fun experience.
No sewing experience necessary. All fabric, supplies, and use of the sewing machines are included.
WEDNESDAYS Jan 14, 21, 28, Feb 4, 11, 18, 25, March 4 – FASHION FUNDAMENTALS Course
6-8 PM AGES 13+
Get ready to become a Fashion Designer! Our Student Designers will explore everything they need to know to become a fashion designer.
You’ll learn all the basics-
Sloper development
Draping
Pattern making
Textile fiber & fabric properties
Lead sheet development
Flat sketch design
Fabric rendering
Garment construction
Silhouette development
Sewing skills
Design your first original pattern and design to wear
Information
- TIME: 6:00-8:00
- Jan 14, 21, 28, Feb 4, 11, 18, 25, March 4 FOR 8 WEEKS
- NO SEWING SKILLS NECESSARY.
- BOYS AND GIRLS WELCOME
- Location: ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS
- Address: 10051 McGregor BLVD (STUDIO 102) FORT MYERS, FL 33919
Fee
- $290 PER PERSON INCLUDES use of sewing machine other supplies the student will need to purchase
Min 4 Max 8
If by chance you have a Passion for Fashion and are exploring a fashion career as a designer. You have come to the right place. We’ll teach you the basics of fashion design.
The supply list will be passed to you after sign up. You can either purchase some of the items from us
or from a supplier we will designate.
SATURDAYS Jan 17,24 & 31 Feb 7,14,21 28 March 7 – FASHION FUNDAMENTALS Course
11:30-1:30 AGES 13+
Get ready to become a Fashion Designer! Our Student Designers will explore everything they need to know to become a fashion designer.
You’ll learn all the basics-
Sloper development
Draping
Pattern making
Textile fiber & fabric properties
Lead sheet development
Flat sketch design
Fabric rendering
Garment construction
Silhouette development
Sewing skills
Design your first original pattern and design to wear
Information
- TIME: 11:30-1:30
- Jan 17,24 & 31 Feb 7,14,21 28 March 7 FOR 8 WEEKS
- NO SEWING SKILLS NECESSARY.
- BOYS AND GIRLS WELCOME
- Location: ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS
- Address: 10051 McGregor BLVD (STUDIO 102) FORT MYERS, FL 33919
Fee
- $290 PER PERSON INCLUDES use of sewing machine other supplies the student will need to purchase
Min 4 Max 8
If by chance you have a Passion for Fashion and are exploring a fashion career as a designer. You have come to the right place. We’ll teach you the basics of fashion design.
The supply list will be passed to you after sign up. You can either purchase some of the items from us
or from a supplier we will designate.
SATURDAYS Jan 17, 24 & 31 Feb 7,14, 21 – LEARN FASHION DESIGN SKILLS for our younger designers 7+
11:30-1:30 AGES 7+
Get ready to become a Fashion Designer! Our Student Designers will explore everything they need to know to become a fashion designer.
You’ll learn all the basics-
Sloper development
Draping
Pattern making
Textile fiber & fabric properties
Lead sheet development
Flat sketch design
Fabric rendering
Garment construction
Silhouette development
Sewing skills
Design your first original pattern and design for your doll to wear
Information
- TIME: 2:00-3:30
- Jan 17, 24 & 31 Feb 7,14, 21 FOR 6 WEEKS
- NO SEWING SKILLS NECESSARY.
- BOYS AND GIRLS WELCOME
- Location: ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS
- Address: 10051 McGregor BLVD (STUDIO 102) FORT MYERS, FL 33919
Fee
- $245 PER PERSON INCLUDES all supplies, use of sewing machine and the Mini Mannequin
Min 4 Max 8
If, by chance you have a Passion for Fashion and are exploring a fashion career as a designer.
You have come to the right place. We’ll teach you the basics of a fashion designers skills!
This 6 Week class is for the younger Fashion Design Student. She’ll learn most of the fashion basics similar to our older students. The difference is on an 18’’ mini Mannequin scale.
SATURDAYS JAN 17, 24 &31 FEB 7, 14,21, 28 MARCH 7 – FASHION FUNDAMENTALS II Advanced Course
3:30-5:30 PM AGES 13+
Get ready to become a Fashion Designer! Our Student Designers will explore everything they need to know to become a fashion designer. This is the advanced class to Fashion Fundamentals the beginner class.
You’ll learn all the basics-
HISTORY OF FASHION -ART HISTORY OF FASHION -ART HISTORY
Sloper development FOR WHOLE BODY
Draping & pattern making
Pattern making ADVANCED
COLOR WHEEL- Primary colors – Secondary color rules
Flat sketch design WITH DETAILS
Fabric rendering IN COLOR Water color – Markers
Silhouette IDEAS ADVANCED
Sewing skills ADVANCED
Information
- TIME: 3:30-5:30
- JAN 17, 24 &31 FEB 7, 14,21, 28 MARCH 7 FOR 8 WEEKS
- NO SEWING SKILLS NECESSARY.
- BOYS AND GIRLS WELCOME
- Location: ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS
- Address: 10051 McGregor BLVD (STUDIO 102) FORT MYERS, FL 33919
Fee
- $290 PER PERSON INCLUDES use of sewing machine other supplies the student will need to purchase
Min 4 Max 8
If by chance you have a Passion for Fashion and are exploring a fashion career as a designer.
You have come to the right place. We’ll teach you the basics of fashion design. The supply list will be passed to you after sign up. You can either purchase some of the items from us or from a supplier we will designate.
LEARN FASHION LINE DEVELOPMENT SKILLS – ADVANCED
For OLDER STUDENTS 13+
Location: ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS
Address: 10051 McGregor BLVD (STUDIO 102) FORT MYERS, FL 33919
SEASON DATES Winter 2026 Jan 18, 25 Feb 1, 8 & 22 March 1 For 6 weeks
(No class Feb 15)
TIME: 2-4 PM AGES 13+ UNISEX
Prerequisite to take Fashion Fundaments Beginner
Fee- $200.00 Supplies not included
The advanced version of Fashion Line Development is here!
Get ready to become a Fashion Designer! Our Student Designers will explore everything they need to know to become a Fashion Merchandiser, Textile Designer or Stylist
You’ll learn all the basics-
- Lead sheet development with details
- Mood Boards With colored sketches
- Flat sketch design in color
- Fashion Sketching using color either watercolor or markers
- Fabric rendering 3-D
- Garment construction advanced
- Planogram NEW
- Merchandising and marketing your product
- Fashion History
- Prototyping
- Eco-Friendly upcycle
- Textile Design & Rendering
If by chance you have a Passion for Fashion and are exploring a fashion career as a merchandiser or planner. You have come to the right place. We’ll teach you the basics of fashion line development.
The supply list will be passed to you after sign up. You can either purchase some of the items from us or from a supplier we will designate.
CREATE & MAKE A COLD SHOULDER DRESS, TUNIC OR TOP
Location: ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS
Address: 10051 McGregor BLVD (STUDIO 102) FORT MYERS, FL 33919
KIDS CLASSES AGES 7-16
SEASON DATES JAN 19, 26 FEB 2, 9 & 23 FOR 5 WEEKS
TIMES
4:30-5:45 Ages 7-9
6-7:15 Ages 10-16
UNISEX, NO SEWING SKILLS NEEDED, BEGINNERS AND SOME SKILLS
ALL WELCOME (MIN 4 MAX 8)
Fee- $160.00 (INCLUDES ALL FABRIC, TRIMS & USE OF SEWING MACHINES)
boys and girls welcome
DESCRIPTION
Now that WINTER is here, it’s time to create and make a FUN COLD SHPULDER TOP, TUNIC OR DRESS! This project has a flowing sleeve & a slit in the shoulder. The neckline is a draw cord & the silhouette is flowing and flattering. The perfect choice for winter. Choose from an array of FABRICS LT AND HEAVY WEIGHT TIE DYES SOLIDS, STRIPES AND FLORALS fabrics. We can’t wait to get started!!
Get ready to become a Fashion Designer! Our Student Designers will explore crafting clothing from start to finish. Our designers will be creating a hooded TOP OR DRESS. The last class will include a short yet spectacular fashion show for the family.
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 to pin and sew using a sewing machine. Then, they sew the entire garment including the final fitting. Finally, for our designers to explore their innermost fashion taste and skills. Our designers team up with other designers for this quite unique and fun experience.
No sewing experience necessary. All fabric, supplies, and use of the sewing machines are included.
SATURDAYS Jan 23, 30 Feb 6,13,20 & 27 – LEARN FASHION DESIGN SKILLS for our younger designers 7+
4:30-6:00 AGES 7+
Prerequisite to take Fashion Fundamentals Beginner
Get ready to become a Fashion Designer! Our Student Designers will explore everything they need to know to become a fashion designer. This is the advanced version of FASHION FUNDAMENTALS FOR KIDS 7+ where these younger designers will explore their inner fashionista.
You’ll learn all the basics-
Draping a design then making a pattern
Pattern making from the sloper advanced
Flat sketch design in color
Fabric rendering in color
The Color wheel
Art history
Sewing skills advanced
Design your first original pattern and design for your doll to wear advanced
Create a name and logo for your line you designed
Upcycle fashion
Accessory design
Information
- TIME: 4:30-6:00
- Jan 23, 30 Feb 6,13,20 & 27 FOR 6 WEEKS
- NO SEWING SKILLS NECESSARY.
- BOYS AND GIRLS WELCOME
- Location: ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS
- Address: 10051 McGregor BLVD (STUDIO 102) FORT MYERS, FL 33919
Fee
- $245 PER PERSON INCLUDES all supplies, use of sewing machine and the Mini Mannequin
Min 4 Max 8
If, by chance you have a Passion for Fashion and are exploring a fashion career as a designer.
You have come to the right place. We’ll teach you the basics of a fashion designers skills!
This 6 Week class is for the younger Fashion Design Student. She’ll learn most of the fashion basics similar to our older students. The difference is on an 18’’ mini Mannequin scale.
FRIDAYS Jan 23, 30 Feb 6,13, 20 & 27 – FASHION LINE DEVELOPMENT Course
6-8 PM AGES 13+
Get ready to become a Fashion Designer! Our Student Designers will explore everything they need to know to become a Fashion Merchandiser, Textile Designer Or Stylist
You’ll learn all the basics-
Understand the fashion cycle
Textile fiber & fabric properties
Lead sheet development
Mood Boards
Flat sketch design
Fashion Sketching
Fabric rendering
Garment construction
Logo Design
Mock Campaign
Merchandising and marketing your product
Fashion language
Prototyping
Eco-Friendly
Fashion Technology
Textile Design
Information
- TIME: 6:00-8:00
- Jan 23, 30 Feb 6,13, 20 & 27 FOR 6 WEEKS
- NO SEWING SKILLS NECESSARY.
- BOYS AND GIRLS WELCOME
- Location: ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS
- Address: 10051 McGregor BLVD (STUDIO 102) FORT MYERS, FL 33919
Fee
- $200.00 – Supplies not included
Min 4 Max 8
If by chance you have a Passion for Fashion and are exploring a fashion career as a merchandiser or planner. You have come to the right place. We’ll teach you the basics of fashion line development.
The supply list will be passed to you after sign up. You can either purchase some of the items from us or from a supplier we will designate.
Upcoming Kids Fashion Design Classes
Upcoming Events
MONDAYS OCT 20, 27 NOV 3, 10, 17 – Fashion Sewing Classes
4:30 PM FOR AGES 7-9
6:00 PM for AGES 10-16
Now that FALL is here, it’s time to create and make a unique hooded top! This top will feature a hood or a a tunic style length, sleeve cuff, ribbon trim and pocket if your skills allow!
Choose from an array of FABRICS LT AND HEAVY WEIGHT TIE DYES SOLIDS, STRIPES AND FLORALS fabrics. We can’t wait to get started!!
Information
- TIME: 4:30-5:45 AGES 7 -9 or 6-7:15 AGES 10-16
- OCT 20, 27 NOV 3, 10, 17
- NO SEWING SKILLS NECESSARY.
- BOYS AND GIRLS WELCOME
- Location: ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS
- Address: 10051 McGregor BLVD (STUDIO 102) FORT MYERS, FL 33919
Fee
- $160.00 PER PERSON INCLUDES ALL FABRIC, TRIMS & USE OF SEWING MACHINES
Min 4 Max 8
Get ready to become a Fashion Designer! Our Student Designers will explore crafting clothing from start to finish. Our designers will be creating a hooded TOP OR DRESS. The last class will include a short yet spectacular fashion show for the family.
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 to pin and sew using a sewing machine. Then, they sew the entire garment including the final fitting. Finally, for our designers to explore their innermost fashion taste and skills. Our designers team up with other designers for this quite unique and fun experience.
No sewing experience necessary. All fabric, supplies, and use of the sewing machines are included.
WEDNESDAYS OCT 22, 29 NOV 5, 12, 19 – Fashion Sewing Classes
4:30 PM FOR AGES 9-17
Now that FALL is here, it’s time to create and make a unique hooded top! This top will feature a hood or a a tunic style length, sleeve cuff, ribbon trim and pocket if your skills allow!
Choose from an array of FABRICS LT AND HEAVY WEIGHT TIE DYES SOLIDS, STRIPES AND FLORALS fabrics. We can’t wait to get started!!
Information
- TIME 4:30-5:45 PM WEDNESDAYS OCT 22, 29, NOV 5, 12, 19
- AGES 9-17
- NO SEWING SKILLS NECESSARY.
- BOYS AND GIRLS WELCOME
- Location: ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS
- Address: 10051 McGregor BLVD (STUDIO 102) FORT MYERS, FL 33919
Fee
- $160.00 PER PERSON INCLUDES ALL FABRIC, TRIMS & USE OF SEWING MACHINES)
Min 4 Max 8
Get ready to become a Fashion Designer! Our Student Designers will explore crafting clothing from start to finish. Our designers will be creating a hooded TOP OR DRESS. The last class will include a short yet spectacular fashion show for the family.
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 to pin and sew using a sewing machine. Then, they sew the entire garment including the final fitting. Finally, for our designers to explore their innermost fashion taste and skills. Our designers team up with other designers for this quite unique and fun experience.
No sewing experience necessary. All fabric, supplies, and use of the sewing machines are included.
WEDNESDAYS OCT 22, 29 NOV 5 ,12, 19 DEC 3, 10 & 17 – FASHION FUNDAMENTALS Course
6-8 PM AGES 13+
Get ready to become a Fashion Designer! Our Student Designers will explore everything they need to know to become a fashion designer.
You’ll learn all the basics-
Sloper development
Draping
Pattern making
Textile fiber & fabric properties
Lead sheet development
Flat sketch design
Fabric rendering
Garment construction
Silhouette development
Sewing skills
Design your first original pattern and design to wear
Information
- TIME: 6:00-8:00
- OCT 22, 29 NOV 5 ,12, 19 DEC 3, 10 & 17 FOR 8 WEEKS
- NO SEWING SKILLS NECESSARY.
- BOYS AND GIRLS WELCOME
- Location: ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS
- Address: 10051 McGregor BLVD (STUDIO 102) FORT MYERS, FL 33919
Fee
- $290 PER PERSON INCLUDES use of sewing machine other supplies the student will need to purchase
Min 4 Max 8
If by chance you have a Passion for Fashion and are exploring a fashion career as a designer. You have come to the right place. We’ll teach you the basics of fashion design.
The supply list will be passed to you after sign up. You can either purchase some of the items from us
or from a supplier we will designate.
SATURDAYS OCT 25 NOV 1, 8, 15, 22 DEC 6, 13 & 20 – FASHION FUNDAMENTALS Course
11:30-1:30 AGES 13+
Get ready to become a Fashion Designer! Our Student Designers will explore everything they need to know to become a fashion designer.
You’ll learn all the basics-
Sloper development
Draping
Pattern making
Textile fiber & fabric properties
Lead sheet development
Flat sketch design
Fabric rendering
Garment construction
Silhouette development
Sewing skills
Design your first original pattern and design to wear
Information
- TIME: 11:30-1:30
- OCT 25 NOV 1 ,8, 15, 22 DEC 6, 13 & 20 FOR 8 WEEKS
- NO SEWING SKILLS NECESSARY.
- BOYS AND GIRLS WELCOME
- Location: ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS
- Address: 10051 McGregor BLVD (STUDIO 102) FORT MYERS, FL 33919
Fee
- $290. PER PERSON INCLUDES use of sewing machine other supplies the student will need to purchase
Min 4 Max 8
If by chance you have a Passion for Fashion and are exploring a fashion career as a designer. You have come to the right place. We’ll teach you the basics of fashion design.
The supply list will be passed to you after sign up. You can either purchase some of the items from us
or from a supplier we will designate.
SATURDAYS OCT 25 NOV 1, 8, 15, 22 DEC 6 – LEARN FASHION DESIGN SKILLS for our younger designers 7+
2:00-3:30 AGES 7+
Get ready to become a Fashion Designer! Our Student Designers will explore everything they need to know to become a fashion designer.
You’ll learn all the basics-
Sloper development
Draping
Pattern making
Textile fiber & fabric properties
Lead sheet development
Flat sketch design
Fabric rendering
Garment construction
Silhouette development
Sewing skills
Design your first original pattern and design for your doll to wear
Information
- TIME: 2:00-3::30
- OCT 25 NOV 1 ,8, 15, 22 & DEC 6 FOR 8 WEEKS
- NO SEWING SKILLS NECESSARY.
- BOYS AND GIRLS WELCOME
- Location: ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS
- Address: 10051 McGregor BLVD (STUDIO 102) FORT MYERS, FL 33919
Fee
- $245 PER PERSON INCLUDES all supplies, use of sewing machine and the Mini Mannequin
Min 4 Max 8
If, by chance you have a Passion for Fashion and are exploring a fashion career as a designer.
You have come to the right place. We’ll teach you the basics of a fashion designers skills!
This 6 Week class is for the younger Fashion Design Student. She’ll learn most of the fashion basics similar to our older students. The difference is on an 18’’ mini Mannequin scale.
FRIDAYS NOV 7, 14, 21 DEC 5, 12 & 19 – FASHION LINE DEVELOPMENT Course
6-8 PM AGES 13+
Get ready to become a Fashion Designer! Our Student Designers will explore everything they need to know to become a Fashion Merchandiser, Textile Designer Or Stylist
You’ll learn all the basics-
Understand the fashion cycle
Textile fiber & fabric properties
Lead sheet development
Mood Boards
Flat sketch design
Fashion Sketching
Fabric rendering
Garment construction
Logo Design
Mock Campaign
Merchandising and marketing your product
Fashion language
Prototyping
Eco-Friendly
Fashion Technology
Textile Design
Information
- TIME: 6:00-8:00
- NOV 7,14, 21 DEC 5, 12 & 19 FOR 6 WEEKS
- NO SEWING SKILLS NECESSARY.
- BOYS AND GIRLS WELCOME
- Location: ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS
- Address: 10051 McGregor BLVD (STUDIO 102) FORT MYERS, FL 33919
Fee
- $200.00 – Supplies not included
Min 4 Max 8
If by chance you have a Passion for Fashion and are exploring a fashion career as a merchandiser or planner. You have come to the right place. We’ll teach you the basics of fashion line development.
The supply list will be passed to you after sign up. You can either purchase some of the items from us or from a supplier we will designate.
The Betsy Dress or a Dropped Waist Dress
Sewing & accessories 2-Day Camp
Location: ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS
Address: 10051 McGregor BLVD (STUDIO 102) FORT MYERS, FL
SEASON DATES Nov 24 & 25
TIME 10:00 – 2:00 AGES 7+ UNISEX, NO SKILLS NECESSARY (MIN 4 MAX 8)
Fee- $160.00 (INCLUDES use of sewing machine & all the supplies to make this Dress)
DESCRIPTION
Now that the holiday season is upon us it’s time to create and make a simple dress either the Betsy Dress or the dropped Waist Dress.
These 2 styles are very unique and quite flattering! The Betsy dress will feature a yoke and a flared skirt & no sleeve. The Dropped-waist dress was originally created in the 1920’s.
We can’t wait to see what our designer’s choose as their silhouette and their fabric selection!
Choose from an array of romantic florals, simple dots and solid fabrics. As time allows our students can create a unique accessory whether it be a head piece, belt, bag or even jewelry!
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 to pin and sew using a sewing machine. Then, they sew the entire garment including the final fitting. Finally, for our designers to explore their innermost fashion taste and skills. Our designers team up with other designers for this quite unique and fun experience.
No sewing experience necessary. All fabric, supplies, and use of the sewing machines are included.
Holiday dress classes on Mondays ages 7+
The Betsy Dress or a dropped waist dress Sewing class
Location: ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS
Address: 10051 McGregor BLVD (STUDIO 102) FORT MYERS, FL 33919
SEASON DATES DEC 1, 8 & 15 TIME 5:15 -7:15 AGES 7+ UNISEX, NO SKILLS NECESSARY
Fee- $165.00 (INCLUDES use of sewing machine & all the supplies to make this Dress)
DESCRIPTION
Now that FALL is upon us it’s time to create and make a simple dress either the Betsy Dress or the dropped Waist Dress. These 2 styles are very unique and quite flattering! The Betsy dress will feature a yoke and a flared skirt & no sleeve. Th Dropped-waist dress was originally created in the 1920’s.
We can’t wait to see what our designer’s choose as their silhouette and their fabric selection!
Choose from an array of romantic florals, simple dots and solid fabrics.
As time allows our students can create a unique accessory whether it be a head piece, belt, bag or even jewelry!
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 to pin and sew using a sewing machine. Then, they sew the entire garment including the final fitting. Finally, for our designers to explore their innermost fashion taste and skills. Our designers team up with other designers for this quite unique and fun experience.
No sewing experience necessary. All fabric, supplies, and use of the sewing machines are included.
CREATE & MAKE A COLD SHOULDER DRESS, TUNIC OR TOP
Location: ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS
Address: 10051 McGregor BLVD (STUDIO 102) FORT MYERS, FL 33919
OLDER KIDS CLASSES AGES 9-17
SEASON DATES JAN 14,21 & 28 FEB 4 & 11 FOR 5 WEEKS
TIME 4:30-5:45
AGES 9-17 UNISEX, NO SEWING SKILLS NEEDED, BEGINNERS AND SOME SKILLS
ALL WELCOME (MIN 4 MAX 8)
Fee- $160.00 (INCLUDES ALL FABRIC, TRIMS & USE OF SEWING MACHINES)
boys and girls welcome
DESCRIPTION
Now that WINTER is here, it’s time to create and make a FUN COLD SHPULDER TOP, TUNIC OR DRESS! This project has a flowing sleeve & a slit in the shoulder. The neckline is a draw cord & the silhouette is flowing and flattering. The perfect choice for winter. Choose from an array of FABRICS LT AND HEAVY WEIGHT TIE DYES SOLIDS, STRIPES AND FLORALS fabrics. We can’t wait to get started!!
Get ready to become a Fashion Designer! Our Student Designers will explore crafting clothing from start to finish. Our designers will be creating a hooded TOP OR DRESS. The last class will include a short yet spectacular fashion show for the family.
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 to pin and sew using a sewing machine. Then, they sew the entire garment including the final fitting. Finally, for our designers to explore their innermost fashion taste and skills. Our designers team up with other designers for this quite unique and fun experience.
No sewing experience necessary. All fabric, supplies, and use of the sewing machines are included.
WEDNESDAYS Jan 14, 21, 28, Feb 4, 11, 18, 25, March 4 – FASHION FUNDAMENTALS Course
6-8 PM AGES 13+
Get ready to become a Fashion Designer! Our Student Designers will explore everything they need to know to become a fashion designer.
You’ll learn all the basics-
Sloper development
Draping
Pattern making
Textile fiber & fabric properties
Lead sheet development
Flat sketch design
Fabric rendering
Garment construction
Silhouette development
Sewing skills
Design your first original pattern and design to wear
Information
- TIME: 6:00-8:00
- Jan 14, 21, 28, Feb 4, 11, 18, 25, March 4 FOR 8 WEEKS
- NO SEWING SKILLS NECESSARY.
- BOYS AND GIRLS WELCOME
- Location: ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS
- Address: 10051 McGregor BLVD (STUDIO 102) FORT MYERS, FL 33919
Fee
- $290 PER PERSON INCLUDES use of sewing machine other supplies the student will need to purchase
Min 4 Max 8
If by chance you have a Passion for Fashion and are exploring a fashion career as a designer. You have come to the right place. We’ll teach you the basics of fashion design.
The supply list will be passed to you after sign up. You can either purchase some of the items from us
or from a supplier we will designate.
SATURDAYS Jan 17,24 & 31 Feb 7,14,21 28 March 7 – FASHION FUNDAMENTALS Course
11:30-1:30 AGES 13+
Get ready to become a Fashion Designer! Our Student Designers will explore everything they need to know to become a fashion designer.
You’ll learn all the basics-
Sloper development
Draping
Pattern making
Textile fiber & fabric properties
Lead sheet development
Flat sketch design
Fabric rendering
Garment construction
Silhouette development
Sewing skills
Design your first original pattern and design to wear
Information
- TIME: 11:30-1:30
- Jan 17,24 & 31 Feb 7,14,21 28 March 7 FOR 8 WEEKS
- NO SEWING SKILLS NECESSARY.
- BOYS AND GIRLS WELCOME
- Location: ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS
- Address: 10051 McGregor BLVD (STUDIO 102) FORT MYERS, FL 33919
Fee
- $290 PER PERSON INCLUDES use of sewing machine other supplies the student will need to purchase
Min 4 Max 8
If by chance you have a Passion for Fashion and are exploring a fashion career as a designer. You have come to the right place. We’ll teach you the basics of fashion design.
The supply list will be passed to you after sign up. You can either purchase some of the items from us
or from a supplier we will designate.
SATURDAYS Jan 17, 24 & 31 Feb 7,14, 21 – LEARN FASHION DESIGN SKILLS for our younger designers 7+
11:30-1:30 AGES 7+
Get ready to become a Fashion Designer! Our Student Designers will explore everything they need to know to become a fashion designer.
You’ll learn all the basics-
Sloper development
Draping
Pattern making
Textile fiber & fabric properties
Lead sheet development
Flat sketch design
Fabric rendering
Garment construction
Silhouette development
Sewing skills
Design your first original pattern and design for your doll to wear
Information
- TIME: 2:00-3:30
- Jan 17, 24 & 31 Feb 7,14, 21 FOR 6 WEEKS
- NO SEWING SKILLS NECESSARY.
- BOYS AND GIRLS WELCOME
- Location: ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS
- Address: 10051 McGregor BLVD (STUDIO 102) FORT MYERS, FL 33919
Fee
- $245 PER PERSON INCLUDES all supplies, use of sewing machine and the Mini Mannequin
Min 4 Max 8
If, by chance you have a Passion for Fashion and are exploring a fashion career as a designer.
You have come to the right place. We’ll teach you the basics of a fashion designers skills!
This 6 Week class is for the younger Fashion Design Student. She’ll learn most of the fashion basics similar to our older students. The difference is on an 18’’ mini Mannequin scale.
SATURDAYS JAN 17, 24 &31 FEB 7, 14,21, 28 MARCH 7 – FASHION FUNDAMENTALS II Advanced Course
3:30-5:30 PM AGES 13+
Get ready to become a Fashion Designer! Our Student Designers will explore everything they need to know to become a fashion designer. This is the advanced class to Fashion Fundamentals the beginner class.
You’ll learn all the basics-
HISTORY OF FASHION -ART HISTORY OF FASHION -ART HISTORY
Sloper development FOR WHOLE BODY
Draping & pattern making
Pattern making ADVANCED
COLOR WHEEL- Primary colors – Secondary color rules
Flat sketch design WITH DETAILS
Fabric rendering IN COLOR Water color – Markers
Silhouette IDEAS ADVANCED
Sewing skills ADVANCED
Information
- TIME: 3:30-5:30
- JAN 17, 24 &31 FEB 7, 14,21, 28 MARCH 7 FOR 8 WEEKS
- NO SEWING SKILLS NECESSARY.
- BOYS AND GIRLS WELCOME
- Location: ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS
- Address: 10051 McGregor BLVD (STUDIO 102) FORT MYERS, FL 33919
Fee
- $290 PER PERSON INCLUDES use of sewing machine other supplies the student will need to purchase
Min 4 Max 8
If by chance you have a Passion for Fashion and are exploring a fashion career as a designer.
You have come to the right place. We’ll teach you the basics of fashion design. The supply list will be passed to you after sign up. You can either purchase some of the items from us or from a supplier we will designate.
LEARN FASHION LINE DEVELOPMENT SKILLS – ADVANCED
For OLDER STUDENTS 13+
Location: ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS
Address: 10051 McGregor BLVD (STUDIO 102) FORT MYERS, FL 33919
SEASON DATES Winter 2026 Jan 18, 25 Feb 1, 8 & 22 March 1 For 6 weeks
(No class Feb 15)
TIME: 2-4 PM AGES 13+ UNISEX
Prerequisite to take Fashion Fundaments Beginner
Fee- $200.00 Supplies not included
The advanced version of Fashion Line Development is here!
Get ready to become a Fashion Designer! Our Student Designers will explore everything they need to know to become a Fashion Merchandiser, Textile Designer or Stylist
You’ll learn all the basics-
- Lead sheet development with details
- Mood Boards With colored sketches
- Flat sketch design in color
- Fashion Sketching using color either watercolor or markers
- Fabric rendering 3-D
- Garment construction advanced
- Planogram NEW
- Merchandising and marketing your product
- Fashion History
- Prototyping
- Eco-Friendly upcycle
- Textile Design & Rendering
If by chance you have a Passion for Fashion and are exploring a fashion career as a merchandiser or planner. You have come to the right place. We’ll teach you the basics of fashion line development.
The supply list will be passed to you after sign up. You can either purchase some of the items from us or from a supplier we will designate.
CREATE & MAKE A COLD SHOULDER DRESS, TUNIC OR TOP
Location: ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS
Address: 10051 McGregor BLVD (STUDIO 102) FORT MYERS, FL 33919
KIDS CLASSES AGES 7-16
SEASON DATES JAN 19, 26 FEB 2, 9 & 23 FOR 5 WEEKS
TIMES
4:30-5:45 Ages 7-9
6-7:15 Ages 10-16
UNISEX, NO SEWING SKILLS NEEDED, BEGINNERS AND SOME SKILLS
ALL WELCOME (MIN 4 MAX 8)
Fee- $160.00 (INCLUDES ALL FABRIC, TRIMS & USE OF SEWING MACHINES)
boys and girls welcome
DESCRIPTION
Now that WINTER is here, it’s time to create and make a FUN COLD SHPULDER TOP, TUNIC OR DRESS! This project has a flowing sleeve & a slit in the shoulder. The neckline is a draw cord & the silhouette is flowing and flattering. The perfect choice for winter. Choose from an array of FABRICS LT AND HEAVY WEIGHT TIE DYES SOLIDS, STRIPES AND FLORALS fabrics. We can’t wait to get started!!
Get ready to become a Fashion Designer! Our Student Designers will explore crafting clothing from start to finish. Our designers will be creating a hooded TOP OR DRESS. The last class will include a short yet spectacular fashion show for the family.
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 to pin and sew using a sewing machine. Then, they sew the entire garment including the final fitting. Finally, for our designers to explore their innermost fashion taste and skills. Our designers team up with other designers for this quite unique and fun experience.
No sewing experience necessary. All fabric, supplies, and use of the sewing machines are included.