Crafts & Hobbies Lessons in Wakefield, MA. It's your time.

I learned to play chess from my dad when I was seven. Ever since, I have been playing in national and international chess tournaments. I was a four-time state high school chess champion. I'm an experienced tournament chess player (14 Years) and chess teacher (10 years). I have a masters degree in education from Harvard University. In addition, I have trained as a long distance runner. I was on my high school and college track and cross country team. I continue to run today and train for half-marathons and marathons.

I have taught chess with the US Chess Center in Washington, DC. I have created several after school and in school chess programs in DC, Ohio and Boston. I was a program officer for a small nonprofit that taught chess in hospitals, libraries and schools throughout the Massachusetts area. I have taught chess to both children and adults with a wide range of abilities. I was the Vice President of the Massachusetts Chess Association for 5 years.

Interested in becoming a tailor, applying to fashion school or just want to mend and create your own apparel? You have found your teacher!

I hold a BFA in fashion design from Parsons: The New School for Design with a focus in sustainable fashion. I have spent the last 5 years training to be a master tailor and currently have over 10,000 hours of experience. I am knowledgeable about both home sewing machines and industrial machines. I am trained in womenswear, menswear and children’s apparel construction. I can’t wait to make your fashion dreams come true!

i can teach you how to play madden 18 and win games online. i'm not the greatest player and i do lose some games, but i do run a good scheme that has gotten me in all madden 1st string and i have won super bowls.

Are you excited about learning how to crochet? Are you ready, to create great gifts, crafts, projects, and more, to keep, or give away to someone special? If yes, than come learn with me! I have been crocheting for over 10years. I am very passionate, skillful, and successful in this art of work. I will teach you the basic, beginner to intermideate level concepts and techniques of learning how to crochet.
Each session, we will focus on a skill, following a small craft, for more practice on the skill. We will move at your pace, so, no need to worry!
Remember, crocheting is a relaxing, fun, skill/technique! If you stick with me, have fun, and continue to practice over a period of time, I can guarantee, that you will eventually master the skill, and off to making beautiful crafty projects!

I'm a passionate chess player with an extensive knowledge of chess theory who specializes in teaching beginner/intermediate (up to ~1600 USCF) players of all ages. Lessons will be personalized to focus on student's weaknesses and areas of needed improvement, as well as generalized chess instruction. Chess is a great platform to improve critical thinking skills and one's ability to focus, as well as a great way to have fun. My lessons will help you or your children gain an understanding of the art of chess and improve your confidence and ability to play the game.

Looking for help beginning your project or having trouble knowing how to proceed? Look no further! I am your man. I would love to teach you techniques for creating and finishing your perfect piece!