Learn the art of sewing real and wearable clothing in our fabulous studio!
Beginners are welcome in our teen fashion sewing class where we'll create new garments each season. Think structured handbags, skirts with pockets, boxy tees and so much more in a social, fun, and screen-free setting.
Class Details:
- Duration: 90-minute weekly classes
- Location: 1556 Laskin Road #144, Virginia Beach VA 23451
- Pricing is per month, supplies included
- Ages: 11-17yrs
- Student/teacher ratio of 6:1
- Makeup missed dates easily
What We’ll Learn:
- Introduction to using a sewing machine with safety features like speed control and finger guards.
- Measuring, cutting fabric, and using patterns.
- Creating 2-3 fashionable items each season like tops, skirts, pants, hoodies, and dresses and wearing them in a fashion show!
Each student works on their own project at their own pace with guidance from our professional instructors. Our small class size ensures lots of personal attention.
Seasonal Projects & Fashion Shows: Our projects get more challenging as your child's skills improve. Each season brings new and trendy pieces that the young designers can proudly wear. We hold 3 professional fashion shows throughout the year in November, February, and June.
Class Dates:
There will be no classes on the following dates:
- Labor Day Weekend (Sept 5-7)
- Thanksgiving Break (November 26–29)
- Winter Recess (December 24–January 3)
- Easter Weekend (March 27–28)
- Memorial Day Weekend (May 29–31)
Policies: Tuition remains consistent regardless of the number of classes in a given month. Please review our policies below regarding cancellations, lateness, illness, and other unexpected situations before registering. These are important to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone.
We can't wait to create with you!
Our Policies
All participants under the age of 18 must have a waiver form signed by a parent or guardian before attending any class, camp, or workshop.
Membership:
- Our multi-week courses are available through a monthly membership that automatically renews throughout the year.
- If you need to make changes or cancel, please provide at least 30 days’ notice before your next billing date.
- If cancellation is not requested 30 days prior to your billing date, your enrollment will carry over to the next month automatically and you will continue to be billed on a monthly basis.
- All members have access to unlimited makeup classes, so long as your membership is active.
Making Up a Missed Class:
- Currently enrolled students at The Fashion Class can enjoy unlimited make-up classes for any missed sessions. To schedule a make-up session, please contact us to arrange a different class time.
- Make-up classes are offered as a courtesy and have no monetary value.
Rescheduling and Date Transfers:
All date changes are based on availability.
- Courses/Multi-Week Classes can be rescheduled with one week notice.
- One-Day Camps can be rescheduled with one week notice.
- Summer Camps/Weekly Camps can be rescheduled with three week's notice.
- Birthday Parties/Special Events can be rescheduled with three week's notice.
- One Day Lessons (Private Lessons/Sewing Playdates/Mommy and Me Lessons/Seasonal Workshops/Sip & Sew Events) can be rescheduled with 48 hour's notice.
Cancellations:
No-Shows: If your child does not attend a class, workshop, or camp without prior notice, the full fee will be forfeited. To avoid this, please inform us in advance if your child will be unable to attend.
- Week-Long and Summer Camp Registration Cancellation:
30 or more days before the camp start date: 70% refund
15-29 days before: 50% refund
2-14 days before: 25% refund - Birthday Party & Special Event cancellations will result in the forfeiture of the $250 deposit.
- Registration Cancellation for all other offerings: (including Courses, Individual Classes, Workshops, One-Day Camps, Mommy and Me Lessons, and Playdates) If you need to cancel your registration, please notify us at least one week before the class start date. We will issue a refund, minus the 30% registration fee outlined above, within 10 business days.
- If we cancel due to inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances, you’ll receive a full refund within 10 business days.