Craft & Sew Academy: In-person & online for Kids 8-14

here Future Designers Begin Their Creative Journey!

Does your child love to create? The Sewing & Craft Academy is where young designers develop essential skills and master foundational techniques in sewing, crafting, and design. This structured, school-year-based program goes beyond basic crafting, teaching students real-world skills that build confidence and prepare them for our Advanced Clothing Design Program.

Through hands-on projects and expert instruction, students learn design thinking, pattern-making, and various textile techniques—helping them build a strong foundation for future creative exploration.

🗓️ Program Schedule: The school year runs from the first Tuesday of September (Sept 9) to May 22.

🧵 Creative Techniques & Skills We Teach

At the Kids Craft & Sew Academy, students explore a variety of techniques designed to develop their creativity, craftsmanship, and problem-solving skills:

✔️ Hand & Machine Sewing – Learn to confidently stitch, sew, and operate a sewing machine.
✔️ Hand Embroidery – Add decorative stitching and personal flair to projects.
✔️ Toy & Plushie Design – Sew stuffed animals and unique soft toys.
✔️ Tote Bag & Accessories Making – Design and create stylish, functional bags.
✔️ Crochet Basics – Develop fine motor skills while making textured pieces.
✔️ Pattern-Making & Design Thinking – Learn how to work with patterns and develop original designs.

Each lesson is designed to be engaging, hands-on, and developmentally appropriate, helping students build confidence, patience, and fine motor skills while developing a designer mindset.

Choose the Best Option for Your Child

✂️ In-Person Classes (Schaumburg, IL)

Perfect for kids who thrive in a hands-on, interactive environment! No prior sewing experience is required—absolute beginners are welcome.

📍 Class Times:

• 10:00-11:00 AM (Homeschoolers – Small Group, Extra Attention)

• 5:15-6:15 PM

• 6:30-7:30 PM

✅ All Supplies Included! In-person students receive all materials needed for projects.

🖥️ Live Online Classes (New!)

Now, creative kids can join from anywhere! This live virtual experience brings the same expert instruction into your home, allowing children to build sewing and craft skills with guidance and real-time feedback.

📍 Class Time:

• 4:00 PM (Live Online)

🚨 Important: Students must be able to operate their sewing machine independently. If they are absolute beginners, they should first complete our FREE Self-Paced Beginner Sewing Class (use code AnetaArtClasses at checkout!)

🛍️ Supplies for Online Students:

✨ Start Right Away with Our Self-Paced Sewing & Craft Academy! ✨

Excited to get started? Our Self-Paced Online Craft & Sewing Academy is a structured, year-based program designed to develop real sewing and design skills. This flexible, go-at-your-own-pace version of our full Sewing & Craft Academy allows young creatives to build confidence, master essential techniques, and work on engaging hands-on projects from home!

🧵 What’s Included?

✔️ Step-by-step video lessons covering a variety of sewing and craft techniques
✔️ Skill-building projects like toy design, tote bags, hand embroidery, and more
✔️ Learn at your own pace—start anytime and progress with confidence

🚨 Important: Students must be able to operate their sewing machine independently. If they are absolute beginners, we recommend they first complete our FREE Self-Paced Beginner Sewing Class (use code AnetaArtClasses at checkout!)

🎟️ Ready to start? Enroll in the Self-Paced Program Now!

Why Parents Love Our Academy

✔️ Year-Round Learning – A structured program that builds real skills over time.
✔️ More Than Just Sewing – Kids explore various craft techniques to develop design-thinking skills.
✔️ Small Classes, Big Results – Personalized instruction ensures kids feel confident and supported.

🎟️ Enroll today and watch your child thrive in a world of creativity!