​New Location !!

The shop in Boyds is closed and the NEW SPACE is READY.​
​5311 Green Valley Rd. Monrovia, MD 21770
for more transformation pictures click HERE

​​The Artisan Sewing & Fashion Academy offers sessions for students
to not only complete projects but learn and build lifelong sewing skills.

Our well-appointed new Artisan studio includes everything you need to begin your sewing education. Each student has full access to generously-sized cutting tables, sewing machines, an ironing station, ​educational materials, and more!  
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Free Skills Checklist

Send an email to receive this extensive list of skills. See what you know and then let me know how I can help you learn the rest!
Registration of $50  is non-refundable, secures your spot in the class,  and will be applied to the total balance.

Passion for Fashion Design: 
Develop your dream. Build your collection. Launch into college with confidence.
If you are a high school student with a desire to create, Start now to get ahead of the pack.
Expand a concept to a cohesive collection. Boost sewing skills. Recognize technical terms, fabrics, and more!

Students will gain an overview in just 8 weeks and be encouraged to continue over the school year to grow a portfolio of work.  Past students have worked weekly for at least a year to develop strong portfolios and gain entry into fashion and theater programs including: Parsons, SAIC, Instituto Marangoni, Stevenson, and UMBC. 
Location: Artisan Sewing-Monrovia or Online
Ages: 14-adult
​When: (Weekly) July1- Aug 19 or July 3-Aug 21
Tuesdays or Thursdays 10:00-12:00pm
 Cost: $800 

Specialty Classes Include: 
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Look It Has Pockets
​Pillow Basics
​PJ Pants: a wardrobe staple!
Pattern Manipulation 


​Click here for details
New classes added regularly 

Adults (ongoing-weekly)
Tuesdays 6:00pm-7:30pm

​Details here--scroll to the end of the page

Intro to Sewing: 
Learn to Use Your Sewing Machine
If you are new to sewing or need a refresher, this one-time  workshop will take you from threading your machine to making a drawstring bag.
Learn the tools and terms to get you creating!

​Tuition includes all supplies, but students who own sewing machines are encouraged to bring them. A limited number of machines are available; if you do not own a machine, please reserve one as early as possible.
Location: Artisan Sewing-Monrovia
Ages: 14-adult
​When: (pick from the following dates)
Monday  June 2, July 14, or Aug 4
from 6:00-8:00pm
 Cost $85 

Private Lessons
Learn with One-On-One Instruction

Questions? Whether you are stuck, or need step by step instruction, you can get the help you need!
(All ages and skill levels)
Location: Artisan Sewing-Monrovia
When: by appointment 
Time: 2 hours
Cost: $120
Custom Pattern Drafting Service

Do you have a design idea?
Do you need a sloper/block?
Are you wanting a pattern in graded sizes?
No desire to draft your own pattern?

Your design in your size or your design made to market, either way,​
I am here to help you!
Prices vary based on styles and expectations.
Contact me to schedule a consultation.

Gift Certificate

Give the gift of learning! Gift certificates can be purchased for any amount and applied to any class. Students can learn basic sewing, pattern making, design and more!
Contact me to arrange personalization.

For more information on class offerings
​go to the tabs at the top of the page.

 ***Policies*** Please review on Registration Tab

Testimonials from One-On-One Lessons
​Finished !  Thank you so much. I am quite pleased with my first attempt at creating something new. Could most definitely not done it without your help. Thanks so much again! 
--Nellie
I finished the bomber jacket...slimmed the sleeves like you showed me and it worked great. I think it came out nicely. Thanks for your help.
--Harry

Meet Our Staff
Hover over the Home button for About Us
We look forward to getting to know you!
 Artisan Sewing & Fashion Academy
5311 Green Valley Rd.
Monrovia, Maryland 21770
301-233-9412--TEXT for a more prompt response
​beth@artisansewingacademy.com

Academy Studio Hours 
Vary depending on classes
Closed Sunday and Monday