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DETAILS Instructor: The School of Making TeamThe popular Three-Day Workshop opens our studio doors at The Factory in Florence, Alabama, and allows participants to work with our in-house team. Participants will learn about The School of Making materials, the Physics of Sewing, and hand-sewing techniques. This workshop is suited to beginners and experienced sewers alike.Wednesday, August 20 – Friday August 22, 2025Workshop begins Wednesday at 10:00amAlabama Chanin @ The Factory462 Lane DriveFlorence, AL 35630Kindly note: Workshops are non-refundable. To provide more options and flexibility to our guests, sewing kits are now sold separately from workshops hosted at The Factory. Pricing has been adjusted to reflect this change. We are also offering new payment options: choose to pay for the workshop in full or to pay a deposit, with the remainder due 30 days prior to the workshop. For more information, please contact us. *Excluded from all sales and promotions. WHAT'S INCLUDED WORKSHOP GUESTS RECEIVE:• Lunch and afternoon coffee• Assistance in planning your trip• A studio tourSTUDIO ACCESS:• Garment samples in a full range of sizes to try on• An expansive fabric library with hundreds of swatches featuring various techniques• One-on-one instruction time with the team• Assistance with fitting and alterations• All tools needed along the way

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Instructor: The School of Making Team <meta charset="utf-8">The popular Three-Day Workshop opens our studio doors at The Factory in Florence, Alabama, and allows participants to work with our in-house team. Participants will learn about The School of Making materials, the Physics of Sewing, and hand-sewing techniques. <meta charset="utf-8">This workshop is suited to beginners and experienced sewers alike. Wednesday, August 20 – Friday August 22, 2025 Workshop begins Wednesday at 10:00am Alabama Chanin @ The Factory 462 Lane Drive Florence, AL 35630 Kindly note: Workshops are non-refundable. To provide more options and flexibility to our guests, sewing kits are now sold separately from workshops hosted at The Factory. Pricing has been adjusted to reflect this change. We are also offering new payment options: choose to pay for the workshop in full or to pay a deposit, with the remainder due 30 days prior to the workshop. For more information, please <a href="https://alabamachanin.com/contact">contact us</a>.
 *Excluded from all sales and promotions.
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WORKSHOP GUESTS RECEIVE: <meta charset="utf-8">• Lunch and afternoon coffee <meta charset="utf-8">• Assistance in planning your trip <meta charset="utf-8">• A studio tour STUDIO ACCESS: <meta charset="utf-8">• Garment samples in a full range of sizes to try on <meta charset="utf-8">• An expansive fabric library with hundreds of swatches featuring various techniques <meta charset="utf-8">• One-on-one instruction time with the team <meta charset="utf-8">• Assistance with fitting and alterations <meta charset="utf-8">• All tools needed along the way

Fabric swatch featuring the Tessellation design in Peacock and Sand.

Fabric swatch featuring the Abstract design in reverse applique on ballet fabric. double image

The Shoals: Three-Day Workshop @ The Factory | August 20-22, 2025

Pay in Full | August 2025

Deposit | August 2025

DETAILS Instructor: The School of Making TeamThe popular Three-Day Workshop opens our studio doors at The Factory in Florence, Alabama, and allows participants to work with our in-house team. Participants will learn about The School of Making materials, the Physics of Sewing, and hand-sewing techniques. This workshop is suited to beginners and experienced sewers alike.Wednesday, November 5 – Friday, November 7, 2025Workshop begins Wednesday at 10:00amAlabama Chanin @ The Factory462 Lane DriveFlorence, AL 35630Kindly note: Workshops are non-refundable. To provide more options and flexibility to our guests, sewing kits are now sold separately from workshops hosted at The Factory. Pricing has been adjusted to reflect this change. We are also offering new payment options: choose to pay for the workshop in full or to pay a deposit, with the remainder due 30 days prior to the workshop. For more information, please contact us. *Excluded from all sales and promotions. WHAT'S INCLUDED WORKSHOP GUESTS RECEIVE:• Lunch and afternoon coffee• Assistance in planning your trip• A studio tourSTUDIO ACCESS:• Garment samples in a full range of sizes to try on• An expansive fabric library with hundreds of swatches featuring various techniques• One-on-one instruction time with the team• Assistance with fitting and alterations• All tools needed along the way

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Instructor: The School of Making Team <meta charset="utf-8">The popular Three-Day Workshop opens our studio doors at The Factory in Florence, Alabama, and allows participants to work with our in-house team. Participants will learn about The School of Making materials, the Physics of Sewing, and hand-sewing techniques. <meta charset="utf-8">This workshop is suited to beginners and experienced sewers alike. Wednesday, November 5 – Friday, <meta charset="utf-8">November 7, 2025 Workshop begins Wednesday at 10:00am Alabama Chanin @ The Factory 462 Lane Drive Florence, AL 35630 Kindly note: Workshops are non-refundable. To provide more options and flexibility to our guests, sewing kits are now sold separately from workshops hosted at The Factory. Pricing has been adjusted to reflect this change. We are also offering new payment options: choose to pay for the workshop in full or to pay a deposit, with the remainder due 30 days prior to the workshop. For more information, please <a href="https://alabamachanin.com/contact">contact us</a>.
<meta charset="utf-8"> <meta charset="utf-8">*Excluded from all sales and promotions.
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WORKSHOP GUESTS RECEIVE: <meta charset="utf-8">• Lunch and afternoon coffee <meta charset="utf-8">• Assistance in planning your trip <meta charset="utf-8">• A studio tour STUDIO ACCESS: <meta charset="utf-8">• Garment samples in a full range of sizes to try on <meta charset="utf-8">• An expansive fabric library with hundreds of swatches featuring various techniques <meta charset="utf-8">• One-on-one instruction time with the team <meta charset="utf-8">• Assistance with fitting and alterations <meta charset="utf-8">• All tools needed along the way

Chalkboard with things to remember for sewing.

Corset kit with new leaves pattern in black with kit contents. Made with 100% organic cotton. 

The School of Making Notions, bead, embroidery floss, and needles.

Chalkboard with things to remember for sewing. double

The Shoals: Three-Day Workshop @ The Factory | November 5-7, 2025

Pay in Full | November 2025

Deposit | November 2025

DETAILS Instructor: The School of Making TeamThe popular Three-Day Workshop opens our studio doors at The Factory in Florence, Alabama, and allows participants to work with our in-house team. Participants will learn about The School of Making materials, the Physics of Sewing, and hand-sewing techniques. This workshop is suited to beginners and experienced sewers alike. Wednesday, November 6 – Friday, November 8, 2024Workshop begins Wednesday at 10:00amAlabama Chanin @ The Factory462 Lane DriveFlorence, AL 35630Kindly note: Workshops are non-refundable. To provide more options and flexibility to our guests, sewing kits are now sold separately from workshops hosted at The Factory. Pricing has been adjusted to reflect this change. We are also offering new payment options: choose to pay for the workshop in full or to pay a deposit, with the remainder due 30 days prior to the workshop. For more information, please contact us. *Excluded from all sales and promotions. WHAT'S INCLUDED WORKSHOP GUESTS RECEIVE:• Light breakfast, lunch, and afternoon coffee• Assistance in planning your trip• A studio tourSTUDIO ACCESS:• Garment samples in a full range of sizes to try on• An expansive fabric library with hundreds of swatches featuring various techniques• One-on-one instruction time with the team• Assistance with fitting and alterations• All tools needed along the way

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Instructor: The School of Making Team The popular Three-Day Workshop opens our studio doors at The Factory in Florence, Alabama, and allows participants to work with our in-house team. Participants will learn about The School of Making materials, the Physics of Sewing, and hand-sewing techniques. <meta charset="utf-8">This workshop is suited to beginners and experienced sewers alike.
 Wednesday, November 6 – Friday, November 8, 2024 Workshop begins Wednesday at 10:00am Alabama Chanin @ The Factory 462 Lane Drive Florence, AL 35630 Kindly note: Workshops are non-refundable. To provide more options and flexibility to our guests, sewing kits are now sold separately from workshops hosted at The Factory. Pricing has been adjusted to reflect this change. We are also offering new payment options: choose to pay for the workshop in full or to pay a deposit, with the remainder due 30 days prior to the workshop. For more information, please <a href="https://alabamachanin.com/contact">contact us</a>.
<meta charset="utf-8">  *Excluded from all sales and promotions.
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WORKSHOP GUESTS RECEIVE: <meta charset="utf-8">• Light breakfast, lunch, and afternoon coffee <meta charset="utf-8">• Assistance in planning your trip <meta charset="utf-8">• A studio tour STUDIO ACCESS: <meta charset="utf-8">• Garment samples in a full range of sizes to try on <meta charset="utf-8">• An expansive fabric library with hundreds of swatches featuring various techniques <meta charset="utf-8">• One-on-one instruction time with the team <meta charset="utf-8">• Assistance with fitting and alterations <meta charset="utf-8">• All tools needed along the way

The School of Making Organic Cotton Cropped Coat DIY Kit in Abstract

The School of Making Fabric Swatch with abstract stenciling in white

The Shoals: Three-Day Workshop @ The Factory | November 6-8, 2024

Pay in Full | November 2024

Deposit | November 2024

DETAILS Please scroll down below the product description to read our list of Frequently Asked Questions. Instructor: The School of Making TeamEnjoy a private group workshop experience with friends, family, and The School of Making Team. The Private Studio Workshop offers a five-day learning experience for groups of 12. Customize your workshop to explore hand-sewing, patternmaking, stenciling, design, and more—at any skill level. Monday – FridayReach out for date availabilityAlabama Chanin @ The Factory462 Lane DriveFlorence, AL 35630Kindly note: Workshops are non-refundable. For more information, please contact us. *Excluded from all sales and promotions. WHAT'S INCLUDED WORKSHOP GUESTS RECEIVE:• One custom kit of any style, stencil, and technique from The School of Making• Light breakfast, lunch, and afternoon coffee• One organic cotton tote and notebook from Alabama Chanin• Assistance in planning your trip and custom workshop itinerarySTUDIO ACCESS:• Cutting, stenciling, and design departments• All tools needed along the way• Garment samples in a full range of sizes to try on• An expansive fabric library with hundreds of swatches featuring various techniques• One-on-one instruction time with the team• Assistance with fitting and alterations

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<meta charset="utf-8">Please scroll down below the product description to read our list of Frequently Asked Questions.
 Instructor: The School of Making Team Enjoy a private group workshop experience with friends, family, and The School of Making Team. The Private Studio Workshop offers a five-day learning experience for groups of 12. Customize your workshop to explore hand-sewing, patternmaking, stenciling, design, and more—at any skill level. Monday – Friday <a href="https://alabamachanin.com/contact" target="_blank">Reach out</a> for date availability Alabama Chanin @ The Factory 462 Lane Drive Florence, AL 35630 <meta charset="utf-8">Kindly note: Workshops are non-refundable. For more information, please <a href="https://alabamachanin.com/contact" data-mce-fragment="1" data-mce-href="https://alabamachanin.com/contact">contact us</a>.
 *Excluded from all sales and promotions.
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 WORKSHOP GUESTS RECEIVE: • One custom kit of any style, stencil, and technique from The School of Making • Light breakfast, lunch, and afternoon coffee • One organic cotton tote and notebook from Alabama Chanin • Assistance in planning your trip and custom workshop itinerary STUDIO ACCESS: • Cutting, stenciling, and design departments • All tools needed along the way • Garment samples in a full range of sizes to try on • An expansive fabric library with hundreds of swatches featuring various techniques • One-on-one instruction time with the team • Assistance with fitting and alterations

The School of Making Notions - Beads, Embroidery Floss, and Needles

The School of Making A Line Dress DIY Kit in Peacock, Navy, and White

The School of Making The Geometry of Hand Sewing Book by Natalie Chanin

Various notions and tools for sewing. Double

The Shoals: Private Studio Workshop @ The Factory | Choose Your Date

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DETAILS Instructor: The School of Making TeamThe Open Studio Workshop offers a flexible and focused experience, tailored to your chosen areas of interest. Work one-on-one with The School of Making team on any project: creative design, individual techniques, specific styles, stenciling, and more. The itinerary and pace is up to you. Guests will have full access to the studio space, with more time available to explore at leisure. This workshop takes place alongside our Three-Day, Patternmaking, and Classic Studio Workshops, so you may join along with the class, if desired. A separate space will be available for Open Studio guests to work alone or with a team member. Recommended for intermediate or advanced makers. Choose between a three-day or five-day workshop.Alabama Chanin @ The Factory462 Lane DriveFlorence, AL 35630Kindly note: Workshops are non-refundable. To provide more options and flexibility to our guests, sewing kits are now sold separately from workshops hosted at The Factory. Pricing has been adjusted to reflect this change. We are also offering new payment options: choose to pay for the workshop in full or to pay a deposit, with the remainder due 30 days prior to the workshop. For more information, please contact us. *Excluded from all sales and promotions. WHAT'S INCLUDED WORKSHOP GUESTS RECEIVE:• Light breakfast, lunch, and afternoon coffee• Assistance in planning your trip• A studio tourSTUDIO ACCESS:• Garment samples in a full range of sizes to try on• An expansive fabric library with hundreds of swatches featuring various techniques• One-on-one instruction time with the team• Assistance with fitting and alterations• All tools needed along the way

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Instructor: The School of Making Team The Open Studio Workshop offers a flexible and focused experience, tailored to your chosen areas of interest. Work one-on-one with The School of Making team on any project: creative design, individual techniques, specific styles, stenciling, and more. The itinerary and pace is up to you. Guests will have full access to the studio space, with more time available to explore at leisure. This workshop takes place alongside our Three-Day, Patternmaking, and Classic Studio Workshops, so you may join along with the class, if desired. A separate space will be available for Open Studio guests to work alone or with a team member. 
Recommended for intermediate or advanced makers. Choose between a three-day or five-day workshop. Alabama Chanin @ The Factory 462 Lane Drive Florence, AL 35630 Kindly note: Workshops are non-refundable. To provide more options and flexibility to our guests, sewing kits are now sold separately from workshops hosted at The Factory. Pricing has been adjusted to reflect this change. We are also offering new payment options: choose to pay for the workshop in full or to pay a deposit, with the remainder due 30 days prior to the workshop. For more information, please <a href="https://alabamachanin.com/contact">contact us</a>.
 *Excluded from all sales and promotions.
<h3>WHAT'S INCLUDED</h3>
WORKSHOP GUESTS RECEIVE: <meta charset="utf-8">• Light breakfast, lunch, and afternoon coffee <meta charset="utf-8">• Assistance in planning your trip <meta charset="utf-8">• A studio tour STUDIO ACCESS: <meta charset="utf-8">• Garment samples in a full range of sizes to try on <meta charset="utf-8">• An expansive fabric library with hundreds of swatches featuring various techniques <meta charset="utf-8">• One-on-one instruction time with the team <meta charset="utf-8">• Assistance with fitting and alterations <meta charset="utf-8">• All tools needed along the way

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