Simply Melissy Sewing Lessons

Simply Melissy Sewing Lessons

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I have a curriculum of three projects to start for new students. First we will make a draw string bag, then a skirt, and then a stuffed animal. These three projects will take 3-5 one-hour lessons and provide an excellent foundation for using your sewing machine. You'll feel comfortable with some basic techniques and control, and be ready to move on to something more fun!

After that, we can sew whatever you want. Clothes, costumes, curtains, toys, bags... I've done it all and would love to help you do them too!

I love working with kids and adults. I love the sense of confidence it instills in people, and the excitement of a project finished.


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1 employee
12 years in business
Serves Staten Island , NY

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We start with three basic projects to become comfortable with your sewing machine. After that, we work on whatever the student likes, at their own pace. 

I have been sewing for 19 years. I teach fashion design at Staten Island Dance and Arts Center. I have over 30 students after 8 through adult. I have students who have gotten into FIT and who have made tons of clothes that they wear on a daily basis. 

I generally charge $40 an hour, but price may vary if you are located in New Jersey or Brooklyn. 

What's great about my pricing scheme is if you want to have a small group lesson, or have two kids who want to sew, the cost is per hour, not per person! 

I started teaching in college. I began to love it so much that I have managed to grow it into my full time job while I am in graduate school to become a high school teacher. 

I have worked with students ages eight through adult. I have experience with students with special needs, including learning disabilities, autism, and ADHD. 

Every June my studio has a runway show. All of my students (from the studio) work for 9 weeks to make a head to toe look. Every year it almost brings tears to my eyes when I think about how amazing they all are! The next event is this June and I cannot wait! 

Ask the teacher to bring their sewing machine for the first lesson, to make sure you like it. If you want to continue, buy one right away so you can practice! And ask your teacher what kind she reccomends. 

Think about what you want to sew, and what your goals are. I would approach a teenager looking to go to FIT differently from a new grandma looking to make baby clothes. 


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