Fashion Design Courses For Kids and Teens

This course is designed for kids and teens (ages ~8–16) who are curious about how fashion really comes to life — beyond sewing. It’s perfect for young creatives who sketch in the margins of their notebooks, who drape scarves on mannequins at home, or who want to understand the “why” and “how” behind fashion design. No sewing skills are required — it’s all about the artistry and structure of fashion.

It gives students an insider look into fashion design that most don’t experience until college. They’ll learn industry skills like illustration, draping, and pattern making, all taught in a way that’s hands-on, fun, and age-appropriate. This course builds creativity, confidence, and problem-solving while showing them that fashion is both art and architecture.

Nope — you don’t need to know how to sew for this course.

This is strictly about design, draping, illustration, and pattern making — the backbone of fashion before a single stitch is sewn. It’s perfect for kids and teens who want to think like designers, sketch ideas, and see how shapes and fabric come together in 3D.

If someone is already into sewing, great — these skills will take their work to the next level. But sewing is not a requirement at all.

• Bad weather? Everyone must wear indoor shoes or slippers. No bare feet or socks, thanks.

• We ask that you clean up your creative work station when you're done, making sure all tools are accounted for before you leave.

• We sanitize hard surfaces.

• Our restrooms are just outside the Parlor, in the hallway.

• Every guest should wash hands before entering the studio.

• If you are not well - please stay home and visit another day. We reserve the right to deny entry to visibly ill guests. It’s nothing personal - it’s for everyone’s health.

Please, no food/snacks in the art/fiber areas. You are welcome to bring a water bottle that does not leak when knocked over.

• Cancel 24+ hours in advance for refund (minus 30% for administrative work), or reschedule.

• Cancel under 24 hours or No-Show: sorry, no refund.