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Sewing

For creative people and makers, crafting is like going to the gym. You will find great fulfillment and a sense of accomplishment if you set aside time on a regular basis to nurture this very important part of what makes you who you are. Think of me like a personal trainer. I will encourage and inspire you while you develop your skills and express yourself through a variety of textile based media.

Private and group lessons or classes are provided in locations around the NYC area, in my space or via webcam. My focus is on providing an entertaining, relaxing and enjoyable experience as you learn a leisure time activity. I am extremely patient and detail oriented. When you let me know what you would like to learn or make, I will guide you through everything from selecting materials to fine tuning your technique. Take a lesson with me to find out why my students love me.

Teaching is a wonderful extension of my work as a professional crochet and knit designer and technical editor. A web search will reveal some of my published work over the last decade. As a craft teacher in the NYC area for over 8 years, I have worked with individuals, groups and classes of all ages and skill levels. Most of my experience focuses on working with older adults and people with special needs. Minors must have a supervising adult present. I do not work with groups of young children.

I have studied the history and mastered the skills to make and teach a vast variety of textile techniques. Please see my experience.

If you are using this site without the assistance of a TL Rep, I recommend the schedule as you go option. I often have openings in my calendar sooner than the site allows. After we make contact, we can choose the best date and time. 

*** Lesson Details ***
Please let me know what you would like to learn or make before your lesson so that we may be fully prepared with any materials, tools, equipment, books or handouts. Students are expected to provide all their own tools and materials unless other arrangements are made.

Recommended duration for in-person lessons is 90 minutes. A surcharge may be added for travel outside of areas accessible by one MTA fare or expected travel time exceeding 90 minutes.

*** Specialties ***
Textile based crafts including crochet, knitting, embroidery, sewing, patchwork, plastic canvas, needlepoint, counted cross stitch, bobbin lace, historic textile and costume conservation and storage, and more.

I also love to research and develop craft projects for classes or master techniques students would like to learn.

String quilting is a fun quilt-as-you go technique great for using up scraps. It is a super way to experiment with color, too. Learn to apply Strips, or "Strings," of fabric  to a base using the sew and flip method. The base fabric won't show so any ugly old thing will work as long as the color and print are muted.  This is also a great way to use up odd color thread and bobbins.

This is a technique based class, not a project based class. Pair this class with my Pillow cover class for a great finished project.

Materials: 18" square base fabric , an assortment of quilt fabrics,  thread, 18" square batting (optional).
Tools: Scissors, sewing machine or hand sewing needle, pins, iron.

Optional: Rotary cutter, mat, rulers.

String Quilting

Knitting

Crocheting

Embroidery

Beginner

Intermediate

Master Crocheter

Completed certified instructor programs in both crochet and knit.

Certified Instructor

Provide weekly craft classes free to anyone over age 55.
We currently rotate between knitting, crochet and sewing. The first hour of our class we have a group lesson or work on a group project. The second hour of our class is independent work time where anyone can get help with any project that interests them.

Tools and materials are provided to work on projects in class. If materials are provided, only completed projects may be taken home. If you want to work on your project at home, you must provide your own tools and materials.

Craft teacher

Provide crafting activities for adults with special needs and a variety of skill levels.

Craft Teacher

Teach full day craft programs at libraries several times each year. Senior Participants craft items that are donated to organizations like Head Start and battered women's shelters.

Textile conservator in private practice. My experience includes work on one of the largest privately held collections of kimonos in America. I restored the embroidery and stabilized areas of loss on kimonos averaging 150 years old. 

I have also restored areas of loss and stabilized crocheted family heirlooms averaging 50 years old including lace tablecloths and afghans.

Photos are available upon request.

Textile Conservator

My responsibilities included educational outreach programs, collections management, giving tours of an historic house museum, managing gift shop, research assistance, fund raising, grant writing, special event coordination, public relations, development, recruiting and supervising volunteers and interns, and general day-to-day management.

Museum Curator

Supervised and worked with 8-12 embroidery artisans to produce high end embroidery for interior designers, theater costume and film. My personal work can be seen in "The Aviator" and "Memoirs of a Geisha," among others. My skills include hand embroidery and tambour work.

Photos of select work available upon request.

Assistant Workroom Supervisor

As a professional crochet and knit designer, I design, construct and write patterns. I have worked with Vogue Knitting, Crochet Today, Your Knitting Life, Interweave Crochet, Family Circle, Knit 1, Crochet!, Crochet World and other magazines; Coats and Clark, Lion Brand, Caron and other yarn companies; Soho Publishing, Annie's Attic, Dynamic Resources Group (DRG), American School of Needlework, Leisure Arts, and other publishing companies. 

I have also worked as a technical editor in both crochet and knit for Soho Publishing, Crochet Today, Lion Brand, Interweave Crochet, Dover and private designers and artists.

Freelance Crochet and Knit Professional

I have taught classes for various businesses and organizations 

Crochet & Knit Teacher

"In Stitches...with Kim K"
Learn, practice and share your Crochet, Knitting and Sewing skills in a fun and caring atmosphere. Make things for yourself, gifts for friends and family, or charity items. Get help with your own projects and learn new skills. But, most of all - be inspired, feed your creativity and meet some new friends. Tools and materials will be provided to work on projects at the center, or bring your own that you can work on at home. 
Hacemos las puntadas en Espanol, tambien.

Kim K is a profession craft instructor with over seven years experience working with older adults. Students often comment on Kim's kind and patient teaching style. She is also a published crochet and knit designer, technical editor and CYC certified instructor.

Continuing Education Intermediate Crochet Course

Instructor

Spanish

Read my REVIEWS!!  I specialize in working with beginners and teach foundation skills for using a sewing machine, following a pattern, handwork, and finishing.

I can help you make curtains, pillows, bags, aprons and other household items. If you want to make clothing, I will guide you through using a published pattern.

I have been sewing for over 30 years and was making my own clothes by the time I was in second grade. My lessons are not like reality TV. Projects take longer than you may think they will. I will work with you to properly construct a quality finished project. 

Please note, I do not teach pattern making, draping, and advanced tailoring. My experience with serger/marrow machines is limited.

Students are expected to provide all tools and materials but I will help you find what you need for your project.

Recommend duration for in-person lessons is 90 minutes.

Kim is a great teacher! She explains things very well and in a way that is easy to understand. I highly recommend going to Kim for crochet lessons!

Kim is very patient and explains everything well.

Kim was terrific! I'm a beginning crocheter and by the end of the lesson, I finished a granny square!
She was patient, prepared and very knowledgeable. I will be making granny squares for a while and then schedule another session. Thank you Kim!

Very professional, knows student's challenges, clarity in explanation, expert teacher. Overall really loved it.

Kim was knowledgeable and sweet. I felt at ease and enjoyed learning from her. I’m looking forward to our next lesson.

Kim is wonderful and so knowledgeable. So glad I found someone who will work with me and have the patience! I’m slow but eager to get better.

Kim is very patient and gave me lots of beginner information about how to use my sewing machine! I'm excited for our next lesson!

The audio and video wasnt working on my end. It could have been the website too..? I understand if the teacher had a bad day at work, but there was absolutely no need to take it out  on me. So rude!!

Lesson helped me understand basic information about sewing machine and getting started.

Love the passion and generous attitude for teaching knitting!

Enjoyed my first lesson with KIm, she made it seem so east

Kim is very patient and knowledgeable. She is obviously very talented and is a great teacher.

String Quilting - Sewing Class

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