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Review by Gene
"Ms. Lyons is a most engaging teacher. I took her Craftsy class -"improve your knitting." I quickly became engrossed in the subject. Even though I was knit
ting Continental style, the first section on English style helped me with my Continental knitting. Ms. Lyons explains how and more importantly (to many of us) why you do it this way.
I also found myself admiring her style of teaching. Having taught, I know how difficult it can be. I got a friend who doesn't knit (or crochet or anything similar) but who does teach, to watch for a bit. He said, she engaged me in the subject and I didn't even know the subject matter at all. I found that to be high praise.
This is a great class for improving your knitting and trying alternate methods and styles. I am extremely happy to have chosen this class. I am sure I will return to it again and again."
I also found myself admiring her style of teaching. Having taught, I know how difficult it can be. I got a friend who doesn't knit (or crochet or anything similar) but who does teach, to watch for a bit. He said, she engaged me in the subject and I didn't even know the subject matter at all. I found that to be high praise.
This is a great class for improving your knitting and trying alternate methods and styles. I am extremely happy to have chosen this class. I am sure I will return to it again and again."
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New York, NY teacher:
Patty L.
Review by Trina
"It was the best. She takes her time and explain everthing"
New York, NY teacher:
Cathy G.
Review by Nancy Z
"I took a class with Patti at Vogue Knitting Live in NYC and within 30 seconds was sure I wanted to bring her home with me! She is as funny as she is infor
mative. In one class I learned more than I had in 3 years of previous knitting. I live in upstate NY but am hoping to work one of her workshops into my next trip to NYC. If I can't I will be taking one of her online courses!"
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New York, NY teacher:
Patty L.
Review by Sharon M
"My first lesson was most productive! Kim is very patient, I'm looking forward to the the next one.
Sharon M. Fisher"
Sharon M. Fisher"
New York, NY teacher:
Kim K.
Review by Amber
"Kim was beyond wonderful! She was patient and very detail oriented. I can not wait for a second session. She went above and beyond."
New York, NY teacher:
Kim K.
Review by Sol
"Lily is excellent for first time beginners such as myself. She's very professional, patient, and her step by step instruction makes sewing so easy!"
New York, NY teacher:
LILY Q.
Review by Marie
"Rhiannon is such a great teacher! She is super patient and helpful, and really knows how to motivate her students. Her work is very inspiring and makes
me want to really improve my crochet lace skills. She taught me how to use crochet to make lace motifs, and now I feel comfortable doing it all on my own."
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New York, NY teacher:
Rhiannon P.
Review by Felice
"I went with Kim because of her ratings. I'm so happy I did! This was my first time sewing and after just 1 lesson I know how to use my machine!!! I had tr
ouble with putting a pattern together but Kim was very patient with me and walked me through it. I like that she also took the time before hand to make a sample of the project I wanted to do. I wasn't able to finish my project online with her but she made sure I would be able to finish it with out her. Which I did! Another thing I liked about kim was she did not try to get me to buy more lessons. She didn't even mention it! I was so nervous about the whole online thing but she made me comfortable. I had so much fun and learned so much that I will defiantly be using her again! Thank you kim!!!!!"
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New York, NY teacher:
Kim K.
Review by Janelle
"Melissa was a fantastic teacher. So pleasant to work with and very knowledgeable. I would highly recommend her."
New York, NY teacher:
Melissa Q.
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About Sergey V.
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Hey guys and gals!
My name is Sergio, i'm 29 years young. I live in Brooklyn, New York. I have 15 years of experience in fitness industry and 10 years in dancing (breakdancing). I specialize in calisthenics (bodyweight training), bodybuilding and powerlifting, TRX, Group Classes and more.
I teach breakdancing from beginner to intermediate levels.
I also teach basic gymnastics such as handstands, bridges, cartwheels, walkovers, splits. I do not teach flips!
You can check out my Instagram: Fitnesslife1129
Tell me your goals and ask any questions you may have, i will do my best to help you!
My name is Sergio, i'm 29 years young. I live in Brooklyn, New York. I have 15 years of experience in fitness industry and 10 years in dancing (breakdancing). I specialize in calisthenics (bodyweight training), bodybuilding and powerlifting, TRX, Group Classes and more.
I teach breakdancing from beginner to intermediate levels.
I also teach basic gymnastics such as handstands, bridges, cartwheels, walkovers, splits. I do not teach flips!
You can check out my Instagram: Fitnesslife1129
Tell me your goals and ask any questions you may have, i will do my best to help you!
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· Flexibility Training · Online
· Flexibility Training · In home
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Sergey V.
Brooklyn, NY 11224
starting at
$15
/ 30-min
About Kim K.
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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 fi
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 fi
nd 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.
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.
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· Crocheting · In home
· Sewing · Online
· Crocheting · Online
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Kim K.
Ridgewood, NY 11385
starting at
$35
/ 45-min
About Melissa Q.
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Hi there! I'm Melissa, and I am a fashion design and sewing teacher on Staten Island. I have been teaching children and adults how to sew since 2014. I've been sewing since I was a child, and I've been teaching since 2007.
I am mostly self-taught, and that, coupled with my youth, gives me a unique perspective when teaching. My first goal is to give my students all of the tools they need to feel confident from the very first lesson- almost all of my students finish the first hour with a handy drawstring bag to keep their new sewing supplies in. I have a specific sewing curriculum for the first 3-5 lessons that helps lay a groundwork for making more exciting things.
After we finish those steps, I work individually with students to make whatever they would like, from Halloween costumes to memory pillows to peplum tops. The choice is
I am mostly self-taught, and that, coupled with my youth, gives me a unique perspective when teaching. My first goal is to give my students all of the tools they need to feel confident from the very first lesson- almost all of my students finish the first hour with a handy drawstring bag to keep their new sewing supplies in. I have a specific sewing curriculum for the first 3-5 lessons that helps lay a groundwork for making more exciting things.
After we finish those steps, I work individually with students to make whatever they would like, from Halloween costumes to memory pillows to peplum tops. The choice is
yours. I'm not the kind of teacher that is going to make you spend hours mastering a straight hem because frankly, that's really boring. I want you to learn while working on projects you care about
My experience includes;
-I worked in a tutoring school teaching kids from ages 5-17 in all subjects.
-I designed a program called Creative Studios for creative writing, fashion design and fine art. I taught these subjects to students aged 8-12.
-I teach sewing and fashion design (including fashion drawing) to various students in a one on one format.
-I teach fashion design and sewing to tweens, teens, and adults at SI Dance and Arts Center
-I am a resident costumer for Sundog Theatre.
-I taught at the Harlem Educational Activities Fund Saturday Academy
-I am pursuing a Masters in Adolescent Education in Social Studies
Please note that I am located in Staten Island, NY. I may be able to accommodate some Brooklyn students, but please inquire before booking. I have locations in 10306 and 10309 that can accommodate students if you don't wish to learn in home.
My studio space is located at Staten Island Dance and Art Center. It's a lovely, artsy space with bright yellow walls, four sewing machines, 2 professional mannequins, and a closet full of fabric and notions!
My experience includes;
-I worked in a tutoring school teaching kids from ages 5-17 in all subjects.
-I designed a program called Creative Studios for creative writing, fashion design and fine art. I taught these subjects to students aged 8-12.
-I teach sewing and fashion design (including fashion drawing) to various students in a one on one format.
-I teach fashion design and sewing to tweens, teens, and adults at SI Dance and Arts Center
-I am a resident costumer for Sundog Theatre.
-I taught at the Harlem Educational Activities Fund Saturday Academy
-I am pursuing a Masters in Adolescent Education in Social Studies
Please note that I am located in Staten Island, NY. I may be able to accommodate some Brooklyn students, but please inquire before booking. I have locations in 10306 and 10309 that can accommodate students if you don't wish to learn in home.
My studio space is located at Staten Island Dance and Art Center. It's a lovely, artsy space with bright yellow walls, four sewing machines, 2 professional mannequins, and a closet full of fabric and notions!
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· Sewing · In studio
· Sewing · In home
· Sewing · In home
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Melissa Q.
Staten Island, NY 10309
starting at
$35
/ 45-min
About Cathy G.
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I teach sewing, mostly, but also design clothing and knitwear. I can drape and draft patterns, hand spin and weave, embroider, make lace, style wigs, and am an all-around crafty gal. I graduated with a degree in American Studies from Mount Holyoke College. My background includes over 20 years of building theatrical costumes, wardrobing Broadway shows and regional productions, restoring and reproducing museum textiles and costumes, and dressing the runway shows of NY Fashion Week. I believe we are what we make and glitter is evil. I live in New York City with her husband and their very spoiled Tibetan Spaniel mix Ollie.
I am currently working toward the completion of a Certificate in the Appraisal of Fine and Decorative Arts from NYU.
I am highly conscientious, focused, and competent, and well as thoroughly charming.
I am currently working toward the completion of a Certificate in the Appraisal of Fine and Decorative Arts from NYU.
I am highly conscientious, focused, and competent, and well as thoroughly charming.
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· Sewing · In home
· Sewing · In home
· Knitting · In home
We will be booking a lot more till lil Madi become a pro just like Cathy. 😊😍😊
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Cathy G.
Astoria, NY 11106
starting at
$24
/ 30-min
About Patty L.
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PATTY L. is a nationally recognized knitting teacher and technique expert who has taught thousands on Craftsy, Interweave, Annie's and at knitting shows around the country
such as Vogue Knitting LIVE, Knit and Crochet Show (the official show of TKGA and CGOA), and STITCHES., Patty’s Craftsy class “Improve Your Knitting” was named Craftsy’s most popular class of 2013!
Patty's designs and knitting skill articles have been published in Vogue Knitting, Interweave Knits, Knit Purl, Knitter’s Magazine, Cast On, Knit Style, and Creative Knitting, magazines, where she also writes a knitter’s advice column called “Patty’s Purls of Wisdom”. Patty’s designs have also been included in pattern collections from Classic Elite, Noro, Cascade, Tahki Stacy Charles and Kollage Yarns.
such as Vogue Knitting LIVE, Knit and Crochet Show (the official show of TKGA and CGOA), and STITCHES., Patty’s Craftsy class “Improve Your Knitting” was named Craftsy’s most popular class of 2013!
Patty's designs and knitting skill articles have been published in Vogue Knitting, Interweave Knits, Knit Purl, Knitter’s Magazine, Cast On, Knit Style, and Creative Knitting, magazines, where she also writes a knitter’s advice column called “Patty’s Purls of Wisdom”. Patty’s designs have also been included in pattern collections from Classic Elite, Noro, Cascade, Tahki Stacy Charles and Kollage Yarns.
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· Knitting · Online
· Knitting · Online
· Knitting · In studio
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Patty L.
Brooklyn, NY 11215
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$45
/ 30-min
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Woodwind instrumentalist Emily performs regularly in a range of styles including classical, jazz, rock, funk, Afrobeat, Third Stream, and musical theater. Emily holds her M.M. in Multiple Woodwind Performance from The Boston Conservatory with concentrations in saxophone, clarinet, and flute performance. She also holds a B.M. in Music Education from Ithaca College with an emphasis on jazz performance and pedagogy in addition to traditional studies in music education.
Emily has performed on tenor saxophone, alto saxophone, clarinet, bass, clarinet, and flute in Big League Productions' Broadway National Tour of the Frank Loesser classic "Guys and Dolls." Emily has also performed on alto saxophone, soprano saxophone, clarinet, flute, and piccolo in the Broadway National Tour of "How the Grinch Stole Christmas...the Musical!" She just retur
Emily has performed on tenor saxophone, alto saxophone, clarinet, bass, clarinet, and flute in Big League Productions' Broadway National Tour of the Frank Loesser classic "Guys and Dolls." Emily has also performed on alto saxophone, soprano saxophone, clarinet, flute, and piccolo in the Broadway National Tour of "How the Grinch Stole Christmas...the Musical!" She just retur
ned from the Broadway National Tour of "42nd Street," where she performed on tenor saxophone, alto saxophone, clarinet, flute, and piccolo.
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Emily P.
Brooklyn, NY 11207
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$35
/ 30-min
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Hi my name is Amelie and I have been teaching children how to sew since November of 2015. At my job I've helped my students perfect their craft of sewing from square one as well as creating costumes for school plays. I am a designer in the making and am in the process of creating a business and would love to teach others the art of sewing. I am very patient, reliable, prompt and can work with all age groups. I have also had my fingerprints done by the DOE and DOH (if I were to take on child students).
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· Sewing · In home
· Sewing · In home
· Sewing · In home
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Amelie H.
New York, NY 10011
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$25
/ 30-min
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After obtaining a bachelors in Fashion Design from the University of Rhode Island and Masters of Fine Arts in Fashion Design from the Academy of Arts University, I have worked for over 10 years as a design/sewing instructor, fashion designer, fashion illustrator, garment pattern maker, and technical designer.
I've taught children, teenagers and adults how to create garments from conception to a three dimensional product. My tutoring strategy is to encourage students to embrace their creativity and confidently express themselves through design. Creativity development may include pulling inspiration from nature, pop culture, society, world culture and inner self. Lessons plans are modified according to each student wants and needs. The lessons are designed to create an interactive and fun learning platform in which students can successfull
I've taught children, teenagers and adults how to create garments from conception to a three dimensional product. My tutoring strategy is to encourage students to embrace their creativity and confidently express themselves through design. Creativity development may include pulling inspiration from nature, pop culture, society, world culture and inner self. Lessons plans are modified according to each student wants and needs. The lessons are designed to create an interactive and fun learning platform in which students can successfull
y achieve their goals. I look forward to helping you learn and accomplish your creative goals!
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· Sewing · In studio
· Fashion Design · In home
· Sewing · In home
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Tenneh W.
Jersey City, NJ 07305
starting at
$45
/ 60-min
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Hi! My name is Arin and I am passionate about practicing and teaching several different forms of creative outlet (music, crafts, writing) and would love to work with you on whatever your interests are.
I've been crocheting since I was 10 years old and knitting since I was 18 and I've been teaching crafts (and more) since 2009. I have my own accessories design company where I sell jewelry and knit/crochet accessories and more.
I attended Howard and Stanford Universities where I majored in English, with a concentration in creative writing, so I also love helping students find and strengthen their unique voices via creative writing.
And last, but not least, I'm a singer/songwriter and regular performer and recording artist. I've been singing since I could talk and love helping my voice students with breathing, technique, and most o
I've been crocheting since I was 10 years old and knitting since I was 18 and I've been teaching crafts (and more) since 2009. I have my own accessories design company where I sell jewelry and knit/crochet accessories and more.
I attended Howard and Stanford Universities where I majored in English, with a concentration in creative writing, so I also love helping students find and strengthen their unique voices via creative writing.
And last, but not least, I'm a singer/songwriter and regular performer and recording artist. I've been singing since I could talk and love helping my voice students with breathing, technique, and most o
f all confidence.
I hope to have you in one of my classes soon!
I hope to have you in one of my classes soon!
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Arin L.
Brooklyn, NY 11238
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$20
/ 30-min
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I am a Professional Billiards Instructors Association (PBIA) instructor. I have been playing pool seriously since 2009. To ensure I am qualified to be a billiards instructor I have taken instruction from a PBIA master instructor to learn the science of billiards.
NOTE: Students are responsible for billiards table rental time when lessons are at billiards hall/cafe.
NOTE: Students are responsible for billiards table rental time when lessons are at billiards hall/cafe.
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Gil M.
Middletown, NJ 07748
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$50
/ 60-min
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