Hand Sewing Courses and Certifications

Swing Skirt Techniques & Construction: From The School of Making

Explore the sustainable world of slow fashion as you create a timeless hand-sewn skirt. Creating well-designed and thoughtfully made goods isn't just a fashion trend, it's a growing movement that's...

• Craftsy
• 2 hours 43 minutes
• On-Demand
• $39.00

Bernadette Banner

Hand Sewing a Black Regency Men's Shirt - Mr. Darcy Style

Learn to hand-sew a black Regency-era men's shirt inspired by Mr. Darcy, exploring historical techniques and sustainable fashion practices while creating a unique garment.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Bernadette Banner

Masque of the Red Death Ballgown Making Process

Explore the intricate process of creating a stunning Masque of the Red Death-inspired ballgown, from design conception to final embellishments, showcasing historical sewing techniques and creative inspiration.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Hand Sewing Basics: Work Wonders with Fabric, Needle & Thread

Learn essential hand sewing techniques from dress historian Bernadette Banner. Master basic stitches, buttonholes, and garment creation, unlocking the ability to mend and craft beautiful pieces with just needle and thread.

• Skillshare
• 1 hour 9 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Leathercraft Basics: Create Your Own Leather Wallet

Learn hand-sewing leather, setting hardware, and leather types. Create a wallet and gain skills for making simple bags and cases. Perfect introduction for beginners to leatherworking.

• Skillshare
• 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Create Custom Hand-Sewn Leather Bags

Learn how to handcraft original handbags with unique textures from scratch using vegetable-tanned hide and the two-needle stitch

• Domestika
• 6 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Abstract Color and Design for Embroidery

Learn how to design and stitch a vibrant piece with striking color combinations to create a unique decoration for your home

• Domestika
• 1 hour 5 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

How to Sew a Hexi Quilt Top By Hand

Learn to create a beautiful hand-stitched hexagon quilt top, from cutting fabric to assembling rows. Master this traditional craft and start a family heirloom with step-by-step guidance.

• Skillshare
• 1-2 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Fearless Steeking

You’ve spent weeks knitting a project, and now you are supposed to cut it? Relax: in this class from our partners at Interweave, Kyle Kunnecke will...

• Craftsy
• 1 hour 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• $39.00

Quilting 101

In this class from our partners at Brit & Co., learn to cut, piece, stitch and assemble a gorgeous, modern quilt by hand.

• Craftsy
• 1 hour 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• $28.00

English Paper Piecing: Beyond the Basics

Go beyond the hexagon and see how fussy cutting takes your piecing to the next level. Itching to build your English paper piecing (EPP) skills with a more advanced project?...

• Craftsy
• 1 hour 51 minutes
• On-Demand
• $39.00

Essential Guide to Tailoring: Finishing

Enhance the elegance and excellence of your garments. Learn traditional and modern tailoring techniques for exquisite linings, hems, buttonholes and more.

• Craftsy
• 2 hours 10 minutes
• On-Demand
• $39.00

Start Appliqué

Add eye-catching designs to any project with three accessible appliqué methods!

• Craftsy
• 2 hours 41 minutes
• On-Demand
• $39.00

Bead Embroidery

Embroider with beads for eye-catching results! Create sparkling flowers, leaves and other stunning embellishments by hand.

• Craftsy
• 3 hours 2 minutes
• On-Demand
• $39.00

Bernadette Banner

Making a Victorian Corset from 1890s Symington Pattern - Part 2

Detailed tutorial on creating a Victorian-era corset using an 1890s pattern, covering cutting, assembly, and decorative techniques like flossing and lace application.

• YouTube
• 40 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video