Opt for our tailored private sewing lessons, designed both for novices eager to embark on their sewing journey or for seasoned sewists looking to refine and expand their expertise. Each bespoke session is structured for a duration of 60 minutes, offering an immersive learning experience. Furthermore, these exclusive lessons can accommodate a parent-child duo, with the provision that the child is aged 13 or under. Elevate your sewing acumen with personalized guidance and dedicated attention.

Note that times are not always listed for private lessons. Contact us to schedule a private lesson if there are no times listed. We have availability throughout the week, especially during the daytime hours.

Private Lessons with Catherine: Book 1 to 2 hour sessions with Catherine. Her knowledge in sewing and construction is vast, her focus is on home sewing machine operation, embroidery machines and sewing projects of most kinds. Catherine is available for in-home lessons as well. Please contact us prior to booking to ensure she has availability and can coordinate a time with you. This is ideal for individuals with limited mobility or experience anxiety in group settings. Availability is generally in the evenings, Friday daytime and most weekends. To schedule private lessons for Catherine, please email her directly at mbriggs1@tampabay.rr.com

Private Lessons with Jennifer: Book 1 or 2 hour sessions with Jennifer. Her knowledge is vast and includes sewing, draping, pattern making, overlock/serger machine operations, industrial machine operation and small business management. Jennifer mainly works with home school students during the day and has select daytime availability. To schedule private lessons with Jennifer, please email her directly at Jennifer@porcelynne.com.

Private Lessons with Candice: Book 1 or 2 hour sessions with Candice. Her knowledge is varied and includes knit garments, pattern alterations, serger machine operation and much more. Candice’s availability is mainly evenings and Sundays. To schedule private lessons with Candice, please email her directly at Candice.SewPinellas@gmail.com to schedule a time.

Private Lesson Fee: $90/hour, Additional students add $25/hour (additional students can be added during checkout). Note that the private lesson rate increased in 2025, but packages of 4 hours can be purchased to honor the 2024 $75 rate.

Purchase Private Lessons:

• 1 hour Private Lesson $90

• 2 hours of Private Lessons $165 (can be used as 1 or 2 hour sessions)

• 4 hours of Private Lessons $300 (can be used for 1 or 2 hour sessions)

Note that all private lessons must be scheduled directly with the teachers.