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Founded on the ideas of cultural preservation of education, and the enrichment of life through the living arts, The School of Making® offers workshops for an open exchange of celebration, community, ideas, maker skills, supply chain transparency, and education. 

Description *Excluded from all sales and promotions. Instructor: Sunne MeyerCustomize a private Two-Hour Workshop with The School of Making team––from home or anywhere. Choose from a variety of curated classes for all skill levels, or plan a custom experience that's tailored to your interests (prices may vary based on kit selection).Once enrolled, work with our team to confirm a date and afterward receive workshop information and the form to choose your DIY Kit (if applicable to the class). As the date of the class approaches, you will be sent a Zoom link to join virtually.The cost includes materials and instruction. Find out more about our workshops and see the full schedule of events here.For US guests: A flat shipping fee of $12 has been added for the DIY Kit. For international guests: All orders will be subject to an additional shipping charge. Please register at least two weeks in advance to ensure that your kit arrives in time for the workshop. Your kit will arrive 1-2 weeks prior to the workshop date.Kindly note: Workshops are non-refundable. If you require a cancellation, a credit will be issued to your account with The School of Making for the amount of the Workshop. For more information and to check dates for availability, contact workshops@schoolofmaking.com, or call 256-760-1090, Monday - Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm CST.

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<meta charset="utf-8"> <meta charset="utf-8">*Excluded from all sales and promotions.
Instructor: Sunne Meyer Customize a private Two-Hour Workshop with The School of Making team––from home or anywhere. Choose from a variety of curated classes for all skill levels, or plan a custom experience that's tailored to your interests (prices may vary based on kit selection). Once enrolled, work with our team to confirm a date and afterward receive workshop information and the form to choose your DIY Kit (if applicable to the class). As the date of the class approaches, you will be sent a Zoom link to join virtually. The cost includes materials <meta charset="utf-8">and instruction. Find out more about our workshops and see the full schedule of events <a href="https://alabamachanin.com/events" target="_blank">here</a>. For US guests: A flat shipping fee of $12 has been added for the DIY Kit. 
<meta charset="utf-8"> For international guests: All orders will be subject to an additional shipping charge. Please register at least two weeks in advance to ensure that your kit arrives in time for the workshop. 
Your kit will arrive 1-2 weeks prior to the workshop date. Kindly note: Workshops are non-refundable. If you require a cancellation, a credit will be issued to your account with The School of Making for the amount of the Workshop. For more information and to check dates for availability, contact <meta charset="utf-8"> <a href="mailto:workshops@schoolofmaking.com" data-mce-fragment="1" target="_blank" data-mce-href="mailto:workshops@schoolofmaking.com">workshops@schoolofmaking.com</a>, or call 256-760-1090, Monday - Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm CST.

Swatch featuring the Abstract design in reverse appliqué on navy fabric with variegated floss stitching. 

Three glass vials with assorted types of sewing needles.

DIY kit contents of the Corset in ballet with Bloomers design.

Swatch featuring the Abstract design in reverse appliqué on navy fabric with variegated floss stitching. double image

Virtual: Private Workshops | Choose Your Date

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Details Maker Live is a monthly live-streaming session dedicated to answering community questions about design, maker projects, hand-sewing, Swatch of the Month, our organization, our favorite books, and any other topics of discussion that arise.Join Natalie and The School of Making team every first Friday of the month. The Q&A session is free and open to anyone. Be sure to follow us on Instagram to get updates about the event. Friday, April 3rd, 20241:00 - 2:00 pm CSTInstagramTo RSVP for the event and send a question, add this free Maker Live product to your shopping bag. Then click the bag icon, enter your question in the Special Instructions field, and check out. Your question and RSVP will be recorded (don't worry; you won't be charged).Let us know what you want to learn, what you're curious about, even what's got you stumped on your current project. We will also be accepting questions during the live-stream as time allows.

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Maker Live is a monthly live-streaming session dedicated to answering community questions about design, maker projects, hand-sewing, Swatch of the Month, our organization, our favorite books, and any other topics of discussion that arise. Join Natalie and The School of Making team every first Friday of the month. The Q&amp;A session is free and open to anyone. Be sure to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/theschoolofmaking/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">follow us on Instagram</a> to get updates about the event.
Friday, April 3rd, 2024 1:00 - 2:00 pm CST Instagram To RSVP for the event and send a question, add this free Maker Live product to your shopping bag. Then click the bag icon, enter your question in the Special Instructions field, and check out. Your question and RSVP will be recorded (don't worry; you won't be charged). Let us know what you want to learn, what you're curious about, even what's got you stumped on your current project. We will also be accepting questions during the live-stream as time allows.

Fabric swatch with text overlay that says "The School of Making, Maker Live"

The School of Making Classic Coat in Navy with Tony stencil. Kit contents are shown.

Embroidery: Threads and Stories, a book by Natalie Chanin.

Maker Live | May 3, 2024

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Description Please scroll down below the product description to read our list of Frequently Asked Questions. Instructor: Sunne Meyer Our Embroidery Workshop with Beads and Sequins includes discussion of the physics of sewing, beaded embroidery stitches, and an overview of garment construction and other sewing techniques. The kit selections will focus on variegated striped kits that focus on exploring various embroidery techniques. Participants will choose from The Stripe Scarf and The Stripe Poncho DIY Kit. Participants will also learn to use the die-cut grids in The Geometry of Hand-Sewing to practice and develop your embroideries. These reusable cards can be stitched through for practicing or used as stencils for transferring grids to fabric. This workshop is suited to beginners and experienced sewers alike. Guests will work with The School of Making team to create a hand-sewn project. Once enrolled, you will receive workshop information and the form to choose your DIY Kit via email from The School of Making team. As the date of the class approaches, you will be sent a Zoom link to join us virtually. For US guests: A flat shipping fee of $12 has been added for the DIY Kit. For international guests: All orders will be subject to an additional shipping charge. Please register at least two weeks in advance to ensure that your kit arrives in time for the workshop. Your kit will arrive 1-2 weeks prior to the workshop date. Friday, May 3, 202411:00am – 1:00pm CT $475 includes materials, instruction, stories, and laughter. For more information, contact: workshops@schoolofmaking.com, or call: 256-760-1090 Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm CST *Excluded from all sales and promotions.

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<meta charset="utf-8">Please scroll down below the product description to read our list of Frequently Asked Questions.
Instructor: Sunne Meyer <meta charset="utf-8">Our <a href="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0411/9864/9508/files/Embroidery_Workshop_with_Beads_and_Sequins___May_3_2024.pdf?v=1708028334" target="_blank">Embroidery Workshop with Beads and Sequins</a> includes discussion of the physics of sewing, beaded embroidery stitches, and an overview of garment construction and other sewing techniques. The kit selections will focus on variegated striped kits that focus on exploring various embroidery techniques. Participants will choose from The Stripe Scarf and The Stripe Poncho DIY Kit. Participants will also learn to use the die-cut grids in The Geometry of Hand-Sewing to practice and develop your embroideries. These reusable cards can be stitched through for practicing or used as stencils for transferring grids to fabric. This workshop is suited to beginners and experienced sewers alike. Guests will work with The School of Making team to create a hand-sewn project. Once enrolled, you will receive workshop information and the form to choose your DIY Kit via email from The School of Making team. As the date of the class approaches, you will be sent a Zoom link to join us virtually.
For US guests: A flat shipping fee of $12 has been added for the DIY Kit. 
<meta charset="utf-8"> For international guests: All orders will be subject to an additional shipping charge. Please register at least two weeks in advance to ensure that your kit arrives in time for the workshop. 
Your kit will arrive 1-2 weeks prior to the workshop date.
Friday, May 3, 2024 11:00am – 1:00pm CT $<meta charset="utf-8">475 includes materials, instruction, stories, and laughter. For more information, contact: <meta charset="utf-8"> <a href="mailto:%20workshops@schoolofmaking.com" data-mce-fragment="1" data-mce-href="mailto:%20workshops@schoolofmaking.com" target="_blank">workshops@schoolofmaking.com</a>, or call: 256-760-1090 Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm CST 
<meta charset="utf-8"> <meta charset="utf-8">*Excluded from all sales and promotions.

The School of Making Beaded stitches sampler.

The School of Making Stripe Scarf Kit in white/sand.

The School of Making Geometry of Hand-sewing book.

Glass vials filled with beads and sequins in white, silver, gold, gray, and black. double

Virtual: Embroidery with Beads and Sequins | May 3, 2024

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• 20% off purchases from Alabama Chanin and The School of Making• 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.
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WORKSHOP GUESTS RECEIVE: <meta charset="utf-8">• Light breakfast, lunch, and afternoon coffee <meta charset="utf-8">• 20% off purchases from Alabama Chanin and The School of Making <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

White binder containing fabric swatches with various treatments.

A workshop guest chooses embroidery floss, beads, and fabric colors.

The stenciling department in Building 14.

The Shoals: Open Studio Workshop @ The Factory | Choose a Date

Three-Day: May 8-10 / Pay in Full

Three-Day: May 8-10 / Deposit

Five-Day: May 20-24 / Pay in Full

Five-Day: May 20-24 / Deposit

Three-Day: July 10-12 / Pay in Full

Three-Day: July 10-12 / Deposit

Three-Day: September 4-6 / Pay in Full

Three-Day: September 4-6 / Deposit

Five-Day: September 23-27 / Pay in Full

Five-Day: September 23-27 / Deposit

DETAILS Please scroll down below the product description to read our list of Frequently Asked Questions. 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, a selection of our most-loved DIY garment patterns, and our extensive DIY stencil library. Participants will create a customized, hand-sewn garment or project from a selection of curated styles. We offer a range of options that can be tailored to any skill level.Wednesday, May 8 – Friday, May 10, 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• 20% off purchases from Alabama Chanin and The School of Making• 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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<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 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, a selection of our most-loved DIY garment patterns, and our extensive DIY stencil library. Participants will create a customized, hand-sewn garment or project from a selection of curated styles. We offer a range of options that can be tailored to any skill level. Wednesday, May 8 – Friday, May 10, 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>.
 *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">• 20% off purchases from Alabama Chanin and The School of Making <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 Fabric Swatch in Abstract in ballet.

The School of Making Kristina's Rose Cropped Car Coat Kit in Navy and Black

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

The Shoals: Three-Day Workshop @ The Factory | May 8-10, 2024

Pay in Full | May 2024

Deposit | May 2024

DETAILS Please scroll down below the product description to read our list of Frequently Asked Questions. Instructor: The School of Making TeamThis five-day event invites participants into The School of Making’s studio for a total immersion into our philosophies, methods, materials, and products. Participants will experiment with different techniques in hand-sewing and will be guided through each step in the process of creating a garment from The School of Making. Techniques include design basics and the physics of sewing, stencil design and creation, airbrush and stenciling of garments, and fit and pattern alterations. Monday, May 20 – Friday, May 24, 2024Workshop begins at 9:30am on MondayAlabama 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• 20% off purchases from Alabama Chanin and The School of Making• Assistance in planning your tripSTUDIO 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 This five-day event invites participants into The School of Making’s studio for a total immersion into our philosophies, methods, materials, and products. Participants will experiment with different techniques in hand-sewing and will be guided through each step in the process of creating a garment from The School of Making. Techniques include design basics and the physics of sewing, stencil design and creation, airbrush and stenciling of garments, and fit and pattern alterations. Monday, May 20 – Friday, May 24, 2024 Workshop begins at 9:30am on Monday 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: • Light breakfast, lunch, and afternoon coffee • 20% off purchases from Alabama Chanin and The School of Making • Assistance in planning your trip 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 A-Line Tunic Kit in Black with New Leaves stenciling.

The School of Making fabric swatch with negative reverse tony stencil in navy, ballet, and natural. Made with 100% organic cotton.

The Shoals: Classic Studio Workshop @ The Factory | May 20-24, 2024

Description Please scroll down below the product description to read our list of Frequently Asked Questions. Instructor: Sunne Meyer Our virtual Intro to Hand-Sewing Workshop includes a discussion of the physics of sewing, reverse appliqué, and other techniques from The School of Making. This workshop is suited to beginners and experienced sewers alike. Participants will choose from Journal, Scarf, or Poncho DIY Kit in your choice of our curated colorways. Once enrolled, you will receive workshop information and the form to choose your DIY Kit via email from The School of Making team. As the date of the class approaches, you will be sent a Zoom link to join us virtually. For international guests: Please register at least two weeks in advance to ensure that your kit arrives in time for the workshop. Your kit will arrive 1-2 weeks prior to the workshop date. Friday, June 7, 202411:00am – 1:00pm CT $375 includes materials, instruction, stories, and laughter. For more information, contact: workshops@schoolofmaking.com, or call: 256-760-1090 Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm CST. *Excluded from all sales and promotions.

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<meta charset="utf-8">Please scroll down below the product description to read our list of Frequently Asked Questions.
<meta charset="utf-8">Instructor: Sunne Meyer Our virtual Intro to Hand-Sewing Workshop includes a discussion of the physics of sewing, reverse appliqué, and other techniques from The School of Making. This workshop is suited to beginners and experienced sewers alike. Participants will choose from Journal, Scarf, or Poncho DIY Kit in your choice of our curated colorways. Once enrolled, you will receive workshop information and the form to choose your DIY Kit via email from The School of Making team. As the date of the class approaches, you will be sent a Zoom link to join us virtually.
For international guests: Please register at least two weeks in advance to ensure that your kit arrives in time for the workshop.
Your kit will arrive 1-2 weeks prior to the workshop date. Friday, June 7, 2024 11:00am – 1:00pm CT $375 includes materials, instruction, stories, and laughter. For more information, contact: <meta charset="utf-8"> <a href="mailto:%20workshops@schoolofmaking.com" data-mce-href="mailto:%20workshops@schoolofmaking.com" target="_blank" data-mce-fragment="1">workshops@schoolofmaking.com</a>, or call: 256-760-1090 Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm CST.
<meta charset="utf-8"> <meta charset="utf-8">*Excluded from all sales and promotions.

The School of Making Magdalena journal book in black and earth.

The School of Making Sewing Needles in maker supplies.

The School of Making sewing needles, bead mix, fabric.

double image of The School of Making hand-sewing workshop with fabric, sequins, thread, and scissors.

Virtual: Intro to Hand-Sewing | June 7, 2024

DETAILS Please scroll down below the product description to read our list of Frequently Asked Questions. 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, a selection of our most-loved DIY garment patterns, and our extensive DIY stencil library. Participants will create a customized, hand-sewn garment or project from a selection of curated styles. We offer a range of options that can be tailored to any skill level. Wednesday, July 10th – Friday, July 12th, 2024 Workshop begins Wednesday at 10:00am Alabama Chanin @ The Factory 462 Lane Drive Florence, 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• 20% off purchases from Alabama Chanin and The School of Making• 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

<h3>DETAILS</h3>
<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 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, a selection of our most-loved DIY garment patterns, and our extensive DIY stencil library. Participants will create a customized, hand-sewn garment or project from a selection of curated styles. We offer a range of options that can be tailored to any skill level.
Wednesday, July 10th – Friday, July 12th, 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>.
*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">• 20% off purchases from Alabama Chanin and The School of Making <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 Shoals: Three-Day Workshop @ The Factory | July 10-12, 2024

Pay in Full | July 2024

Deposit | July 2024

Description Please scroll down below the product description to read our list of Frequently Asked Questions. Instructor: Sunne Meyer Our virtual Intermediate Hand-Sewing Workshop includes a discussion of reverse applique, negative reverse applique, and hand-sewing construction techniques from The School of Making. This workshop is suited to beginner to intermediate sewers. Participants will choose from the Swing Skirt, T-Shirt Top, Unisex Top, or Frances Dress DIY Kit in your choice of our curated colorways. Once enrolled, you will receive workshop information and the form to choose your DIY Kit via email from The School of Making team. As the date of the class approaches, you will be sent a Zoom link to join us virtually. For US guests: A flat shipping fee of $12 has been added for the DIY Kit. For international guests: All orders will be subject to an additional shipping charge. Please register at least two weeks in advance to ensure that your kit arrives in time for the workshop. Your kit will arrive 1-2 weeks prior to the workshop date. Friday, July 19, 202411:00am – 1:00pm CT $475 includes materials, instruction, stories, and laughter. For more information, contact: workshops@schoolofmaking.com, or call: 256-760-1090 Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm CST *Excluded from all sales and promotions.

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<meta charset="utf-8">Please scroll down below the product description to read our list of Frequently Asked Questions.
Instructor: Sunne Meyer <meta charset="utf-8">Our virtual Intermediate Hand-Sewing Workshop includes a discussion of reverse applique, negative reverse applique, and hand-sewing construction techniques from The School of Making. This workshop is suited to beginner to intermediate sewers. Participants will choose from the Swing Skirt, T-Shirt Top, Unisex Top, or Frances Dress DIY Kit in your choice of our curated colorways. Once enrolled, you will receive workshop information and the form to choose your DIY Kit via email from The School of Making team. As the date of the class approaches, you will be sent a Zoom link to join us virtually.
For US guests: A flat shipping fee of $12 has been added for the DIY Kit. 
<meta charset="utf-8"> For international guests: All orders will be subject to an additional shipping charge. Please register at least two weeks in advance to ensure that your kit arrives in time for the workshop. 
Your kit will arrive 1-2 weeks prior to the workshop date.
Friday, July 19, 2024 11:00am – 1:00pm CT $475 includes materials, instruction, stories, and laughter. For more information, contact: <meta charset="utf-8"> <a href="mailto:%20workshops@schoolofmaking.com" target="_blank" data-mce-href="mailto:%20workshops@schoolofmaking.com" data-mce-fragment="1">workshops@schoolofmaking.com</a>, or call: 256-760-1090 Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm CST 
<meta charset="utf-8"> <meta charset="utf-8">*Excluded from all sales and promotions.

The School of Making sewing needles in maker supplies.

The School of Making fabric swatch in ballet/ballet in tony reverse.

The School of Making Swing Skirt in navy/navy abstract.

Virtual: Intermediate Hand-Sewing | July 19, 2024

Description *Excluded from all sales and promotions. Please scroll down below the product description to read our list of Frequently Asked Questions. Instructor: Sunne Meyer Our Embroidery Workshop includes discussion of the physics of sewing, embroidery stitches, and an overview of garment construction and other sewing techniques. The kit selections will focus on variegated striped kits that focus on exploring various embroidery techniques. Participants will choose from The Stripe Scarf and The Stripe Poncho DIY Kit. Participants will also learn to use the die-cut grids in The Geometry of Hand-Sewing to practice and develop your embroideries. These reusable cards can be stitched through for practicing or used as stencils for transferring grids to fabric. This workshop is suited to beginners and experienced sewers alike. Guests will work with The School of Making team to create a hand-sewn project. Once enrolled, you will receive workshop information and the form to choose your DIY Kit via email from The School of Making team. As the date of the class approaches, you will be sent a Zoom link to join us virtually. For US guests: A flat shipping fee of $12 has been added for the DIY Kit. For international guests: All orders will be subject to an additional shipping charge. Please register at least two weeks in advance to ensure that your kit arrives in time for the workshop. Your kit will arrive 1-2 weeks prior to the workshop date. Friday, August 16, 202411:00am – 1:00pm CT $475 includes materials, instruction, stories, and laughter. For more information, contact: workshops@schoolofmaking.com, or call: 256-760-1090 Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm CST

<h3>Description</h3>
<meta charset="utf-8">*Excluded from all sales and promotions.
<meta charset="utf-8">Please scroll down below the product description to read our list of Frequently Asked Questions.
Instructor: Sunne Meyer <meta charset="utf-8">Our Embroidery Workshop includes discussion of the physics of sewing, embroidery stitches, and an overview of garment construction and other sewing techniques. The kit selections will focus on variegated striped kits that focus on exploring various embroidery techniques. Participants will choose from The Stripe Scarf and The Stripe Poncho DIY Kit. Participants will also learn to use the die-cut grids in The Geometry of Hand-Sewing to practice and develop your embroideries. These reusable cards can be stitched through for practicing or used as stencils for transferring grids to fabric. This workshop is suited to beginners and experienced sewers alike. Guests will work with The School of Making team to create a hand-sewn project. Once enrolled, you will receive workshop information and the form to choose your DIY Kit via email from The School of Making team. As the date of the class approaches, you will be sent a Zoom link to join us virtually.
For US guests: A flat shipping fee of $12 has been added for the DIY Kit. 
<meta charset="utf-8"> For international guests: All orders will be subject to an additional shipping charge. Please register at least two weeks in advance to ensure that your kit arrives in time for the workshop. 
Your kit will arrive 1-2 weeks prior to the workshop date.
Friday, August 16, 2024 11:00am – 1:00pm CT $<meta charset="utf-8">475 includes materials, instruction, stories, and laughter. For more information, contact: <meta charset="utf-8"> <a href="mailto:%20workshops@schoolofmaking.com" target="_blank" data-mce-href="mailto:%20workshops@schoolofmaking.com" data-mce-fragment="1">workshops@schoolofmaking.com</a>, or call: 256-760-1090 Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm CST

The School of Making embroidery stitches.

double The School of Making Geometry of Hand-sewing book. double

Virtual: Embroidery Techniques | August 16, 2024

DETAILS Instructor: Natalie ChaninIn this in-depth workshop, Natalie shares creative process from concept to completion, teaching on the various facets of the design journey and development. Explore design process with organic cotton fabrics, experimenting with color development, stencil design, and transfer methods in combination with silhouette, hand-sewing, and embroidery techniques. Recommended for intermediate and advanced makers. Wednesday, August 21 – Friday, August 23, 2024Workshop begins Wednesday at 10:00am 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• 20% off purchases from Alabama Chanin and The School of Making• 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

<h3>DETAILS</h3>
Instructor: Natalie Chanin In this in-depth workshop, Natalie shares creative process from concept to completion, teaching on the various facets of the design journey and development. Explore design process with organic cotton fabrics, experimenting with color development, stencil design, and transfer methods in combination with silhouette, hand-sewing, and embroidery techniques. Recommended for intermediate and advanced makers. 
Wednesday, August 21 – Friday, August 23, 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 data-mce-fragment="1" href="https://alabamachanin.com/contact" data-mce-href="https://alabamachanin.com/contact">contact us</a>.
*Excluded from all sales and promotions. 
 
<h3>WHAT'S INCLUDED</h3>
WORKSHOP GUESTS RECEIVE: • Light breakfast, lunch, and afternoon coffee • 20% off purchases from Alabama Chanin and The School of Making • Assistance in planning your trip • A studio tour STUDIO 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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