The Best Sewing Tutors in Van Nuys, CA

Near Van Nuys, CA

Expert Patternmaker and Seamstress

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 cocktail dresses and evening gowns for their clients. I moved to L.A. in 1987 and... See Hilary's full profile

Sewing Basics Hand Stitching & Machine 101 & 12+ Years Yarn Work

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

35+ Years Sewing, Alterations & Garment Construction Experience

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

Efficient and Caring Tutor - Math, Chemistry, Reading

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

12 years of experience sewing, ran small clothing business

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

BFA degree in Fine Arts, I focused in fiber arts for my major

I have experience with many types of fiber arts, including but not limited to: crocheting, knitting, sewing, embroidery, quilting, fabric design, screen-printing, silk painting/batik, fabric dyeing, weaving, and needle felting. I have... See Jordan's full profile

Be Creative- Learn To Sew!

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

Sewing Instructor with 40 years experience

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

Private Piano, Ballet, Sewing, and Crochet Lessons

My mother sewed when I was growing up. At the age of nineteen, I decided I wanted to learn to sew. My aunt gave me her sewing machine and I headed to a department store and bought my first few yards of fabric and patterns.... See Kay's full profile

Long-time Fabric Arts Crafter

...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

Fashion Design Instructor | Sewing, Patternmaking, Draping, Portfolio

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

Sewing, Patternmaking & Garment Construction Tutor

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

Sewing Teacher of All Ages with 40 Years Experience

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

Talented Seamstress with 10+ years of Experience

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

The Renaissance tutor: for the humanities, sciences, and technology

I have taken sewing classes for many years and I am comfortable using a sewing machine and sewing by hand. Some of my projects have included making jackets, dresses, pants, purses, quilts, padded cellphone covers, and even... See Sharon's full profile

Sewing Teacher with 20+ years experience

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

Costume and Commercial Seamstress

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

Multidisciplinary Educator, specializing in ADHD, & Neuro-divergent

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

Sewing Enthusiast Skilled in Unique Custom Clothing Design

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

Sewing Instructor

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

FIDM Advanced Theater Costume Design Alumni with honors

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

Lydia Russian Language, Culture, Cooking, Sewing

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

Visual Design Expert in Graphic and Website Design

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

Professional ESL, Writing, Theater, and Music Tutor

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

MFA: Fashion Merchandising with over 10 years of Teaching Experience

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