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Advanced
Week 1: Precision Tailoring & Professional Finishing
• Perfecting seam finishes (Hong Kong, French, flat-felled)
• Proper pressing and steaming techniques
• Creating structured garments (darts, pleats, and interfacing)
Week 2: Advanced Pattern Making & Alterations
• Drafting a custom pattern from body measurements
• Adjusting commercial patterns for perfect fit
• Draping techniques on a dress form
Week 3: Couture Sewing & Hand Techniques
• Hand-stitched finishes (slipstitch, blind hem, prick stitch)
• French tacks, underlining, and stabilizing techniques
• Working with fine fabrics like silk and lace
Week 4: Specialty Fabrics & Complex Closures
• Sewing leather, velvet, chiffon, and stretch fabrics
• Installing invisible zippers, welt pockets, and bound buttonholes
• Mastering tricky closures (corset loops, hook-and-eye tape)
Week 5: Embellishments & Customization
• Appliqué, embroidery, and beading techniques
• Creating decorative topstitching and trims
• Upcycling and redesigning garments creatively
Week 6: Final Project & Professional Techniques
• Students create a tailored piece using the learned skills
• Perfecting fit, structure, and finishing touches
• Professional presentation and styling
Cancellation Policy: 72 hours’ notice to cancel your enrollment in the class. Once the class has started, we can no longer offer refunds.
All classes will be recorded. If you miss a class or need to practice at home you may request the recording.
• Perfecting seam finishes (Hong Kong, French, flat-felled)
• Proper pressing and steaming techniques
• Creating structured garments (darts, pleats, and interfacing)
Week 2: Advanced Pattern Making & Alterations
• Drafting a custom pattern from body measurements
• Adjusting commercial patterns for perfect fit
• Draping techniques on a dress form
Week 3: Couture Sewing & Hand Techniques
• Hand-stitched finishes (slipstitch, blind hem, prick stitch)
• French tacks, underlining, and stabilizing techniques
• Working with fine fabrics like silk and lace
Week 4: Specialty Fabrics & Complex Closures
• Sewing leather, velvet, chiffon, and stretch fabrics
• Installing invisible zippers, welt pockets, and bound buttonholes
• Mastering tricky closures (corset loops, hook-and-eye tape)
Week 5: Embellishments & Customization
• Appliqué, embroidery, and beading techniques
• Creating decorative topstitching and trims
• Upcycling and redesigning garments creatively
Week 6: Final Project & Professional Techniques
• Students create a tailored piece using the learned skills
• Perfecting fit, structure, and finishing touches
• Professional presentation and styling
Cancellation Policy: 72 hours’ notice to cancel your enrollment in the class. Once the class has started, we can no longer offer refunds.
All classes will be recorded. If you miss a class or need to practice at home you may request the recording.
Intermediate
$
600
- Take your sewing skills to the next level with our Intermediate Sewing Class, where you’ll work on a Babydoll dress project while mastering essential techniques.
- Start Your Portfolio – Build a strong foundation for future sewing projects.
- Read & Use Commercial Patterns – Learn how to interpret and work with professional paper patterns.
- Master Key Techniques – Darts, pleats, zippers, and fabric grainlines for precise garment construction.
All classes will be recorded. If you miss a class or need to practice at home you may request the recording.
Basic
$
420
What will I learn?
This is introductory class with Ashlie teaches the fundamentals of hand sewing, learning home machines, and reading commercial paper patterns. By the end of the class, you will have a basic understanding of hand sewing, sewing tools, machine stitching, fabric knowledge, and paper patterns. You will also have the start of your own Sewing Portfolio.
Hands on projects – Skirt, Drawstring bag with patches / Embroidery
What is duration of the course? - 15 hours
How often and how long last each class? - Twice a week, 2.5 hours each class.
Are there online courses available? - No
How big is a group? – 4-5 students
Instructor - Ashlie Mathes ,Owner/Designer Chi Marie Fashion
How much does this course cost? - $ 420
Do I have to bring sewing machine and any supplies? - No
Do I have to bring fabric for my projects – Yes?
All classes will be recorded. If you miss a class or need to practice at home you may request the recording.
This is introductory class with Ashlie teaches the fundamentals of hand sewing, learning home machines, and reading commercial paper patterns. By the end of the class, you will have a basic understanding of hand sewing, sewing tools, machine stitching, fabric knowledge, and paper patterns. You will also have the start of your own Sewing Portfolio.
Hands on projects – Skirt, Drawstring bag with patches / Embroidery
What is duration of the course? - 15 hours
How often and how long last each class? - Twice a week, 2.5 hours each class.
Are there online courses available? - No
How big is a group? – 4-5 students
Instructor - Ashlie Mathes ,Owner/Designer Chi Marie Fashion
How much does this course cost? - $ 420
Do I have to bring sewing machine and any supplies? - No
Do I have to bring fabric for my projects – Yes?
- One 3-ring binder,
- Plastic sleeves for the binder
- Basic sewing kit
- Pen and note paper or notebook for notes
- HOME MACHINE- Bring your machine if you have one. If you do not own one we will provide one for you. If you want to purchase one (recommended) - The SINGER HEAVY DUTY 4452 OR 4411 Is highly recommended
- 4 yards of Muslin fabric
All classes will be recorded. If you miss a class or need to practice at home you may request the recording.
Free Sewing Classes
Every Saturday from 3.00 to 4.30 pm !
Addres - 1642 S Parker Rd
Unit 303
Denver 80231
Addres - 1642 S Parker Rd
Unit 303
Denver 80231
Free Sewing Classes
Unleash your creativity every weekend!
WHEN: Every Saturday | 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
WHERE: 1642 S Parker Rd, Unit 303
Denver, CO 80231
Denver, CO 80231
Welcome to Denver fashion makers
Your Creative Hub for Sewing Mastery
1642 S Parker Rd, unit 303, Denver, 80231
" Mastering sewing skills is a game-changer in life "
I started my tailor shop business in 2023 and soon realized the high demand for skilled tailors and seamstresses.
This inspired me to launch Denver Fashion Makers —a sewing school where anyone, even complete beginners, can learn to sew, design, and create patterns.
My goal is to help people develop the skills they need to build a career in fashion, become professional tailors, or simply sew for their families and friends.
At Denver Fashion Makers, creativity meets craftsmanship, making sewing accessible to everyone!
All you need is patience and a strong desire to succeed!
Join our classes at Denver Fashion Makers and let’s grow together!
Sincerely Zarrina
Owner of Denver Fashion Makers
Start Now This inspired me to launch Denver Fashion Makers —a sewing school where anyone, even complete beginners, can learn to sew, design, and create patterns.
My goal is to help people develop the skills they need to build a career in fashion, become professional tailors, or simply sew for their families and friends.
At Denver Fashion Makers, creativity meets craftsmanship, making sewing accessible to everyone!
All you need is patience and a strong desire to succeed!
Join our classes at Denver Fashion Makers and let’s grow together!
Sincerely Zarrina
Owner of Denver Fashion Makers
Our Classes
Join Our Free Sewing Classes!
Discover the joy of sewing with us! Attend a FREE introductory class every Saturday from 5 PM to 6 : 30 PM.
Every Saturday
5 PM – 6.30 PM
1462 S Parker Rd Room 303
Denver 80231
Denver 80231
- Perfect for beginners! Learn the fundamentals of sewing, including machine setup, fabric handling, and simple projects.
- Take your skills to the next level with more complex techniques like zippers, buttonholes, and garment construction.
- For experienced sewists looking to create high-end garments with expert-level finishes.
- Learn to design and create your own custom patterns for a perfect fit every time.
About Denver Fashion Makers
Your Creative Hub for Sewing Mastery
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced sewist, our hands-on classes are designed to help you build skills, boost confidence, and unleash your creativity.
- Develop a refined sense of style and learn how to wear clothes with confidence.
- Save money by creating and altering garments for yourself and loved ones.
- Turn your passion into profit—one sewing machine can open the door to financial opportunities.
- Experience the therapeutic benefits of sewing while enjoying a creative and fulfilling hobby.
- Gain the skills to start your own business and even design your own fashion brand.
Instructors
Enhance your sewing skills with our instructors
Sheasha Patel
Sheasha is the store supervisor of Denver Fashion Makers. She graduated from Drexel University with a Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design and Marketing, then went on to earn her MBA from CSU. She's the founder of Allura, a fashion brand where she designs her own collections and work directly with manufacturers to bring each piece to life.
At Denver Fashion Makers, she teaches students from square one—starting with how to use sewing machines and building all the way through in-depth garment construction. Her focus is on giving students the confidence, technical skills, and industry knowledge they need to truly understand how clothing is made.
📞 732-427-4066
At Denver Fashion Makers, she teaches students from square one—starting with how to use sewing machines and building all the way through in-depth garment construction. Her focus is on giving students the confidence, technical skills, and industry knowledge they need to truly understand how clothing is made.
📞 732-427-4066
Via Moscato
Via Moscato teaches kids and Intermediate 101 and 102. She is a designer and educator with over 10 years of hands-on experience in fashion, apparel development, and instruction. Founder of Via Moscato, a size-adjustable apparel brand centered on confidence and adaptability. Via has worked across multiple facets of the fashion industry, her work has taken her to major fashion capitals including Paris and Milan.
At Denver Fashion Makers, Via teaches with a strong focus on skill-building, confidence, and sustainability, guiding students through the realities of the fashion industry while equipping them with tools to build meaningful, purpose-driven careers in alterations and construction.
📞 720-692-0873
At Denver Fashion Makers, Via teaches with a strong focus on skill-building, confidence, and sustainability, guiding students through the realities of the fashion industry while equipping them with tools to build meaningful, purpose-driven careers in alterations and construction.
📞 720-692-0873
Keti McKenna
Keti's original career was as a geophysicist, but she always had a love of fashion and sewing since she was a little girl growing up in Tbilisi, Georgia. She immigrated to New York City in the early 90's and began selling her designs to local boutiques. She established herself as a professional custom clothier while completing her fashion degree at New York’s Fashion Institute of Technology. She worked as a patternmaker, fit model, designer and technical design manager for companies including Federated, Tommy Hilfiger, Anne Klein, Tahari and Joe Fresh.
📞 347-920-6521
📞 347-920-6521
Jade Johnson
Jade has taught fashion design, sewing construction, flat pattern-making, draping, and stage costuming. Her experience includes teaching at Santa Monica College, the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandizing in Los Angeles (F.I.D.M.), The Art Institute of Colorado, and most recently as an affiliate professor at Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design (RMCAD). Jade has a Master of Fine Arts in Costume Design from Carnegie Mellon University, and her bachelor’s degree from Colorado State University (CSU). Her love of teaching spilled over into volunteer work at Denver Design Incubator.
She has designed costumes for several regional theatres and acting troupes and numerous independent films. Jade participates off and on in Comic Con (now Denver Fan Expo) as a panelist for Cosplay and Costume Design. She has worked part-time as a prototype garment maker locally, and she brings vast experience in patternmaking, fitting, alterations, and sewing construction to her students both in-person and online.
📞 720-454-7473
She has designed costumes for several regional theatres and acting troupes and numerous independent films. Jade participates off and on in Comic Con (now Denver Fan Expo) as a panelist for Cosplay and Costume Design. She has worked part-time as a prototype garment maker locally, and she brings vast experience in patternmaking, fitting, alterations, and sewing construction to her students both in-person and online.
📞 720-454-7473
Why Choose Denver Fashion Makers?
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✔️ Hands-on learning with expert instructors
In-person classes with online support -
✔️ Fully equipped sewing stations -
✔️ Small class sizes for personalized attention -
✔️ Free lab hours to practice and perfect your skills -
✔️ A fun, supportive environment for all skill levels
Guaranteed refund of prepayment upon notification 1 week before the start of classes. -
✔️ Sew your dreams: classes for all levels
Start now
Join us at Denver Fashion Makers and start your Sewing Journey
Basic
- Perfect for beginners! Learn the fundamentals of sewing, including machine setup, fabric handling, and simple projects.
Intermediate 101 & 102
- Take your skills to the next level with more complex techniques like zippers, buttonholes, and garment construction.
Advanced
- For experienced sewists looking to create high-end garments with expert-level finishes.
Pattern Making Class
Learn to design and create your own custom patterns for a perfect fit every time.
Course Program Need help choosing a course?
Leave a request for a free consultation!
Leave a request for a free consultation!
Master the Art of Sewing
All you need is patience and a strong desire to succeed!
Sewing Supplies
Find fabrics, tools, and accessories for all your sewing needs.
Sew Much Fun! Every stitch brings creativity to life
As part of our commitment to helping you succeed,
we offer up to 8 free lab hours where you can use our fully equipped workspace to practice, complete projects, or get extra guidance.
we offer up to 8 free lab hours where you can use our fully equipped workspace to practice, complete projects, or get extra guidance.
Ready to begin? Contact us today!
Join us and start sewing with confidence!
How to Enroll
info@tailorstouchdenver.com
1642 S Parker Rd, unit 303, Denver, 80231
720 421 2646 ; 303 306 8403
