This weekly fashion design lab is for kids ages 8-18. They will learn how to take their ideas for clothing design and turn them into reality. They’ll learn how to draw, sew by hand and by machine and have access to our materials & upcyling library to get creative. This is an ongoing “lab” environment where we work with kids at whatever level they are at. Led by Sarah Mark, founder of Slow Stitch as well as a few of the artists in residence. Please email us if interested and we’ll reach out to coordinate.

Join us for our monthly core programming where you’ll learn how to mend your clothes & do simple alterations. Bring your own project & we’ll help you. We’ll also have materials on hand for you to find a project to practice. You’ll learn the basics of machine and hand sewing. Sliding scale $ 10-30

Slow Stitch & Back Alley Bikes come together to offer a variety of events & classes encouraging folks to embrace biking more as an important part of sustainable & slow living. Events & Classes include: Clothing/Accessory Swaps, Clothing/Gear Repair Workshops, & Bike Fashion Upcycling.

Learn the basics of upcycling & sewing with Sydney Levy. You’ll learn how to embellish, alter, and decorate your clothing to give it a one-of-a-kind custom look/fit. Contact Sydney for class specifics & rsvp info.

Learn the basics of home & industrial machine use & maintenance with Andrew Wilson. Visit his website for details & to save your spot.

Be empowered to design and make your own custom upcycled fashions w/ designer, entrepreneur & inspirational teacher, Gena Green. Prepare to be transformed as her workshops engage attendees on a deeper level as she integrates design & sewing skills with reflective practices to support creative and personal growth.

Get your hands dirty with resident artist Nadia Boone, founder of BioSpoke, dedicated to merging sustainability with innovation. Her workshops range from making yarn from algae to recycling fabric scraps into new material.

Make Your Own Clothes Workshop Series. This is a multi-series workshop to make your own custom-fit workwear jumpsuit. You’ll learn how to use a store-bought pattern to make your own clothes from scratch. Taught by Sarah Mark.

Learn the foundations of pattern drafting with Slow Stitch founder Sarah Mark & artist in residence Marc Mamon. DM Sarah for more info on classes in 2026.