VIP Sewing and Craft Academy: An Exclusive Program for Young Designers
The VIP Sewing and Craft Academy offers a transformative experience for young creators who are ready to take their artistic skills to the next level. This program is crafted for families who value high-quality education, creative growth, and a foundation for lifelong skills. Designed for students with a basic knowledge of sewing machine use, this program provides an inspiring blend of creativity, mentorship, and hands-on projects guided by expert instructors.
Each week, students meet via Google Meet in small groups with their teacher, receiving personalized guidance and engaging in collaborative learning. This format ensures that students can grow confidently in a supportive environment, fostering both technical skills and creative self-expression.
Key Features of the VIP Program
- Creative Transformation: Through carefully structured projects, your child will transform their ideas into polished creations, building confidence, problem-solving abilities, and design thinking skills.
- Personalized Project Choices: Select projects based on group preferences to keep learning exciting and tailored to students' interests.
- Skill Prerequisite: Because this program builds on basic sewing knowledge, students should already know how to operate a sewing machine. For beginners, we offer a Beginner Digital Sewing Tutorial (valued at $99, available now for $1) for parents and children to learn these essential skills together. Access the Tutorial
- Holistic Dual-Handed Learning: Projects engage both hands, fostering balanced brain development, improved coordination, and focus.
- Portfolio Development: Throughout the program, students build a professional portfolio, showcasing their skills and creativity—an invaluable asset for future creative pursuits.
- VIP Progress Reports: Receive regular reports tracking each student’s growth, achievements, and next steps, allowing you to celebrate your child’s progress.
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Program schedule
Our VIP Sewing and Craft Academy offers a consistent schedule to support your child’s creative growth. Class is starting Second week oh January 20215
School Year: Classes are held on Tuesdays with two available times: 4:00–5:00 PM and 6:30–7:30 PM. These options provide flexibility while ensuring a structured learning environment for all students.
Summer (June Only): Sessions shift to morning hours on Fridays, from 9:00–10:00 AM and 10:15–11:15 AM, maintaining the same weekly rhythm
Will be coordinate with families to confirm the most convenient schedule.Additional sessions may be considered based on interest to accommodate family interests
Who This Program is For
The VIP Academy is perfect for families committed to their child’s creative development, especially those with aspirations in design or creative fields. It’s an ideal fit for parents who want to nurture their child’s passion for crafting and design thinking, building skills that will support their creative future.
Special Gift for VIP Students: VIP members receive the Mastering Sewing Machine Maintenance video tutorial (valued at $99) as a complimentary gift, providing essential guidance on machine care and use.
Enrollment Requirements for VIP Programs
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Pre-Enrollment Survey: Complete this brief survey to assess your child’s interest and confirm both your and your child’s commitment to the program.
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Enrollment Interview: For applicants who show strong dedication, this conversation allows us to understand your child’s creative goals and ensure the program meets your family’s vision.
Due to the structure and skill-building nature of our curriculum, the VIP Academy requires a full-year commitment to support meaningful growth in each student’s abilities.
Monthly Investment: $599
This investment reflects the quality, exclusive access, and individualized attention your child will receive in the VIP program, ensuring lasting skills, confidence, and creative growth.
If you’re ready to provide this exceptional opportunity for your child, we invite you to begin the enrollment process with the Pre-Enrollment Survey. Together, we’ll explore how the VIP Sewing and Craft Academy can bring your child’s creative dreams to life.
Required Supplies for the VIP Sewing and Craft Program
To support your child’s journey in fashion design, please ensure they have the following supplies ready for class:
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Sewing Machine
We recommend a reliable, basic mechanical sewing machine to help students master foundational techniques and build confidence in their work.
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Fabric
- Cute Fabric: Soft cotton or poly-cotton fabrics are perfect for projects. Please consider buying plain colors because it is easier for kids to keep track of their projects. Please buy 1 yard of red or dark pink and 0.5 yards of green, along with other cool colors.
- Felt Sheets: Great for creative accents and small projects. Recommended Felt Sheets Please buy felt from craft section per sheet. Do not buy felt per yard from fabric section of your store
- Stuffing: Ideal for making plush toys and soft projects. Recommended Stuffing
- Sewing Threads: Assorted colors to match various fabric choices. We recommend that sewing machine threads for most projects work very well; having just white thread will also work.
- Elastic 1/4 White
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Yarn and Crochet Needle
- Yarn: A few colors of yarn for various projects (choose ones that are not too “hairy” or thick for easier handling).
- Crochet Needle: Suitable for beginner projects.
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Basic Tools
- Pins, sewing needles, sewing machines needles (Singer) and safety pins
- Ruler 1 yard wooded, a big size school ruler also will work
- Magnetic pin cushion
- Seam ripper
- School pencils (both white and regular)
- Black sharpy
- Scissors (please refer to my video for specific recommendations)
- embroidery hoop - 6 to 10 inches will work
- Assorted cute buttons – on Amazon, you can find multiple choices
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Additional Supplies
As we progress through the program, a few additional craft supplies may be recommended to support specific projects. We will inform you in advance as these materials become necessary. -
Enthusiasm and a Great Attitude
Bring a positive mindset and excitement to every session—essential tools for creative success!