Sewing Class with Haley Houseman

We are so excited to offer a series of sewing classes for beginners and beyond! Textile goddess Haley Houseman is BACK to continue sharing her talents with the studio. 

Sewing 101: Machine Basics
4 person minimum, 6 person maximum
No sewing machine or materials required
Students can bring their own machine if they like

Curious about sewing with a sewing machine but not sure where to start? This two-hour class covers the essentials: getting to know your machine, learning about different fabrics and notions, learning how to thread your machine and sew a seam, and how to properly press and prep your materials. Perfect for total beginners or rusty returners, this class builds a strong foundation for future projects. Bring your machine to get insight on how best to use it, or borrow one to get a feel for it before you commit!

Attendees will leave with a PDF resource guide on where to buy patterns, fabric and notions, a reading list of textile resource books, and a guide to tips, tricks, and important details you learned in class. 

Sewing 102: Intro to Patterns - Make a Pillowcase
4 person minimum, 6 person maximum
No sewing machine or materials required
Students can bring their own machine and/or 1.5yrd of fabric if they like. 

Go beyond the basics and take the next step with this two-hour class focused on reading sewing patterns, choosing appropriate fabrics, and mastering cutting techniques. We'll work on a simple pillowcase project together — come ready to build skills and leave with a finished pillow cover that can be used on a standard 16 x 16” throw pillow! This class is designed for those who know how to thread their machine and sew a simple straight line. Stack it together with Sewing 102 to build a sewing practice foundation to hit the ground running!

Attendees will leave with a PDF resource guide on where to buy patterns, fabric and notions, a reading list of textile resource books, and a guide to tips, tricks, and important details you learned in class. 

Sew Your Own Sleep Mask 
2 person minimum, 6 person maximum
Project or materials required - no project provided
Students can bring their own machine or borrow one

In this fun and confident beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn how to make a custom sleep mask—perfect for travel, meditation, or a good night’s rest. We’ll guide you through working with soft fabrics, adding a lining, and inserting elastic for a comfortable fit. Choose from a variety of beautiful textiles to make your mask uniquely yours, whether you want something minimalist or playful. This quick project is a great introduction to sewing and an easy skill-builder for anyone who wants to explore sewing accessories. You’ll leave class with a finished, functional sleep mask and the confidence to keep creating more at home.

Love your mask? Come to our monogram class and personalize it for yourself or as a holiday lovely gift!

Saturday Sew-Along: Make a Tee Shirt in a Day
4 person minimum, 6 person maximum
No sewing machine or materials required
Students can bring their own machine if they like

Spend a Saturday morning bringing a boxy teeshirt to life from start to finish! In this 3 hour session, Haley will guide you through every step of the process using an easy-to-follow pattern. Come with your fabric, ready to sew — and leave with a handmade piece you’ll be proud to wear. We’ll provide extra notions like pins, sheers and seam rippers for you to borrow if you need.

Prior to class, we’ll provide an email with guidelines on purchasing your fabric and thread so you can come to class with everything you need. Attendees will leave with a PDF resource guide on where to buy patterns, fabric and notions, a reading list of textile resource books, and a guide to tips, tricks, and important details you learned in class. This longer class is expected to extend about 5-6 hours, with a 3 hour morning session, a lunch break, and a final afternoon session.

Saturday Sew Along: All Well Cardigan Coat 
2 person minimum, 5 person maximum
Project or materials required - fabric yardage, pattern
Students can bring their own machine or borrow one

Spend a cozy Saturday stitching up the Alls Well Cardigan Coat—a versatile layering piece perfect for cooler weather. This guided sew-along will walk you through each step of the pattern, from cutting to finishing, with plenty of tips to help build confidence along the way. Whether you’re looking to expand your wardrobe with a handmade staple or simply enjoy a day of creative community, you’ll leave class with a chic, wearable coat and new skills to carry into future projects. This longer class is expected to extend about 5-6 hours, with a 3 hour morning session, a lunch break, and a final afternoon session. 

All Well Cardigan Coat (Two-Session 3 Hour Workshops) 
2 person minimum, 5 person maximum
Project or materials required - fabric yardage, pattern
Students can bring their own machine or borrow one

Join us for a two-part workshop to create the Alls Well Cardigan Coat—a stylish, cozy layering piece that’s as fun to sew as it is to wear. In the first session, we’ll cover fabric preparation, patterns, cutting, and beginning construction, while the second session will focus on bias binding, finishing techniques, fit adjustments, and final details. Designed for confident beginners and up, this class offers plenty of guided support while giving you the chance to practice more advanced skills in a relaxed, community setting. You’ll leave with a polished, wearable coat and the know-how to tackle more garment projects on your own.

About the teacher:

Haley Houseman is a lifelong sewist who learned at her mother’s side as soon as she could reach the foot pedal. With a deep family history of sewing, tailoring, and craft education, she brings generations of knowledge to the classroom—along with a love of making that spans projects from her own wedding dress to reupholstered armchairs.

Based in Massachusetts, Haley is a writer who explores craft, material culture, and environmental history in her work. She has taught sewing to beginners and returning makers in private sessions, women’s clubs, and workshops at venues like Labor in Vain, and also runs a popular mending pop-up around the North Shore. Her classes aim to demystify the crafts we yearn to learn, and are rooted in both skill-building and storytelling—helping students feel at home with their tools and empowered to bring their ideas to life.