The Best Sewing Tutors for Oak Park, IL

I have been sewing for over 40 years. I started out sewing in the 6th grade and my Mother taught me. I have made many of my own clothes, Easter Dresses, baby clothes, a pageant dress, and a prom dress. I have made clothes for...See Amy's full profile

I've been sewing by hand since I was five and started sewing with a sewing machine at seven. I ran a small clothing business where I utilized sustainable materials and made clothes by hand. I crochet often, making things...See Brooke's full profile

I have extensive experience in hand sewing, specializing in essential stitching techniques, mending clothing, and creative embroidery projects. My lessons focus on teaching beginners how to sew by hand, from basic stitches to more...See Heaven's full profile

I possess thorough knowledge of the basics of sewing and yarn work and alter my own clothes in my spare time. I understand how to set up and use a sewing machine and its settings. Yarn work is also a love of mine, and I actively...See Olivia's full profile

I have been sewing for over 40 years and teaching sewing for over 10 years at One Stitch At A Time. I specialize in teaching children in after school programs, but I take adult students also. I have made and help students make...See Tracy's full profile

Taught Sewing to 4th & 5th graders, boys & girls for 4yrs. Started with basic hand stitches and small projects. Then moved to adult size machines. Introduced the machine and its parts, then worked on a machine without needle to gain...See Lydia's full profile

I have over 35 years of sewing experience and began sewing at approximately age 10. I completed sewing classes in high school using Bernina sewing machines and developed skills in garment construction, pattern reading,...See Rebekah's full profile

Having served as a seamstress/designer for over 25 years, I an a WeddingWire.com rated vendor. I specialize in vintage wedding gown redesign and custom veils, utilizing specialty fabrics, beadwork, crystals, ribbon, and surface embellishment. I...See Angela's full profile

I currently sew customized clothing and accessories for my fashion brand and clientele. I studied sewing at the Academy of Art and University of Rhode Island and graduated from both. I currently provide private tutoring in...See Tenneh's full profile

...crochet stitches. I am also familiar with embroidery/needlecraft stitches and techniques as well as basic hand and machine sewing....See Marjorie's full profile

I have taken multiple sewing classes using a variety of techniques. I am able to teach different practices, techniques, and a variety of tolls to a multitude of skill levels. See Jenna's full profile

I’m an experienced apparel designer, patternmaker, colorist, and sewing instructor with a passion for helping students develop confidence and creativity through sewing. I taught full-time at the Art Institute of Indianapolis, where...See Jo Dean's full profile

I have been a garment seamstress for over 40 years and I wish I had a nickel for every person who said to me, "Gosh, I wish I'd learned to sew!" I learned to sew when I was barely tall enough to sit at the machine,...See Lynette's full profile

I have been sewing since I was 6. I started making quilts with my grandma, then started making clothes. I have run my own seamstress business for a time, making everything from quilts to clothing to costumes. I am a talented costume...See Courtney's full profile

I have been sewing since the age of eight. Over the years, I have created projects by hand and with a machine. Throughout high school and college, I sewed costumes for plays and instructed other students in how to sew their...See Samantha's full profile

I have worked in the Fashion and Costuming Industries for over 40 years. I went to FIT in New York during the early '80s and began my career working in the High-End Couture Shop Basuli as a draper, patternmaker, and seamstress making custom...See Hilary's full profile

Sewing was a hobby that turned into a job for a few years. My daughter was a figure skater. I made all her competition costumes which included making patterns and embellishing with crystals, beading, and trims. I've been employed...See Colleen's full profile

I have been a seamstress since I learned to sew in high school. I have made several of my clothes and for those in my family. I have successfully made a tailored wool jacket. I also incorporate several specialty hand stitching into my...See Maria's full profile

I have been sewing for most of my life, starting with hand-stitching doll clothes at age 4 and progressing to designing and creating my own wardrobe by age 13. Over the years, I’ve crafted everything from casual wear to formal garments,...See Victoria's full profile

I have been sewing for over 30 years and it is a talent that I am excited to share with others. My experience has been with personal sewing for my family and friends, sample making, alterations, in addition to doing projects for...See Denise's full profile

I graduated FIDM in Los Angeles with degrees in fashion design and Advanced theater costume design. I've worked in the wardrobe department on feature films, student films, and live events. I was taught tailoring during my internship, and have...See Ethan's full profile

I have been sewing for about 51 years. I own several sewing machines for over 40 years. I am a mixed-media artist who has made and sold one of a kind needle sculpted dolls in cloth in the 1990's, and continue to sew...See Lydia's full profile

My mom taught me how to do latch hook and needlepoint when I was seven. When I was 12, I wanted to learn how to cross-stitch like her so she taught me. I learned how to cross-stitch without using a preprinted pattern on the canvas. See Stacy's full profile

I learned to hand sew when I was in elementary school from my mother and learned how to use an electric sewing machine in high school. I have created many dresses with my knowledge of sewing and assisted with stitching and...See ERIN's full profile

I have taught fashion courses in college for over 10 years specializing in pattern making, technical design, sewing, merchandising and branding. My students have presented in the Mercedes Benz Fashion Shows in NYC. My students work in the...See Prof's full profile