All Classes
Sincere Studio is Portland's only non-profit sewing studio and classroom where everyone can learn to sew, regardless of income. We host an array of classes covering all topics of sewing, for total beginners to intermediate…
Garment Sewing Foundations
$42-$60 | 2hrs | Ages 16+
Are you garment sewing curious, but uncertain where to start? This class is for you!
Upcoming classes
Tues 9/22/26, 6pm; Wed 11/18/26 6pm
Intro to Garment Sewing II - Boxy Top
$98-$120| 4hrs | Ages 16+
The boxy top is the perfect second garment project!
Upcoming classes
Mon 8/17/26, 5pm; Mon 10/26/26 5pm; Tue 12/15/26 5pm
Intro to Sewing I
$15-$95 | 3.5hrs | Ages 16+
Start sewing here! All machines and materials provided.
Upcoming classes
lots of dates! see schedule
Intro to Sewing II - Sewing Machine Skills
$56-$80 | 3hrs | Ages 16+
Learn foundational sewing machine skills to build your sewing toolbox
Upcoming classes
Wed 10/21/26 5:30pm; Mon 11/23/26 5:30pm; Sat 12/19/26 10am
Mending Skills - Darning
$42-$60 | 2.5hrs | Ages 16+
Learn techniques for darning damaged and worn out knitted items like sweaters and socks
Upcoming classes
Wed 11/25/26, 6pm
Quilter's Workshop: Binding
$53-$75 | 2.5hrs | Ages 16+
Learn to make and sew on straight grain binding.
Upcoming classes
Sun 7/26/26, 2pm
Sewing Basics: Hemming
$42-$60 | 2hrs | Ages 16+
Perfect pant lengths are just a class away...
Upcoming classes
Mon 9/28/26, 6pm; Wed 10/14/26 6pm; Mon 11/16/26 6pm; Wed 12/9/26 6pm
Sustainability and Sashiko
$77-$110 | 4hrs | Ages 16+
Learn how to create two classic Sashiko patterns and explore the Japanese art of visible mending on your garment
Upcoming classes
Sat 9/5/26, 10am; Sun 10/4/26 10am; Sun 11/1/26 10am
Hand Sewing Techniques
$42-$60 | 2.5hrs | Ages 16+
Begin your hand sewing journey with this two and half hour intro class!
Upcoming classes
Thurs 9/10/26, 6pm; Sat 11/14/26 2pm
Improv Quilting
$32-$45 | 2.5hrs | Ages 16+
A creative and playful way to use of scraps
Upcoming classes
Tues 9/29/26, 5:30pm; Sun 11/29/26 11am; Wed 12/23/26 5:30pm
Intro to Quilt-making Wall Hanging
$172-$245 | 4hrs | Ages 16+
2 week class
Learn the time-honored tradition of quilt-making in this two week class
Upcoming classes
Sat 10/17/26 10am & Sat 10/23/26 10am
Intro to Sewing III - Zipper Pouch
$63-$90 | 3hrs | Ages 16+
Make a custom-sized zipper pouch and pick up some new skills
Upcoming classes
Thurs 9/3/26, 5:30pm; Thurs 10/8/26 5:30pm; Mon 11/9/26 5:30pm; Sat 12/5/26 10am
Mending Skills - Patching
$42-$60 | 2.5hrs | Ages 16+
Repair worn out clothes with patching!
Upcoming classes
Sat 10/3/26 11am
Sewing Basics: Knits - Hemming a T-shirt
$42-$60 | 2.5hrs | Ages 16+
Finally, a t-shirt that fits!
Upcoming classes
Tues 9/15/26, 6pm
Elastic Waist Pants (Sept Class)
$172-$245 | 4hrs | Ages 16+
2 week class
Choose from two different patterns and make your first pair of pants!
Upcoming classes
September session: Mon 9/14/26, 5-9pm & Mon 9/21/26, 5-9pm
Embroidery Basics
$88-$125 | 3hrs | Ages 16+
Learn foundational embroidery techniques including a variety of stitches to make beautiful embroidery designs
Upcoming classes
Sun 10/25/26 10am
Intro to Garment Sewing I - Boxers
$88-$125 | 3hrs | Ages 16+
Dip your toe into garment sewing with these simple boxers!
Upcoming classes
Tues 9/8/26, 5pm; Mon 10/12/26 5pm; Sun 11/1/26 3pm; Mon 12/14/26 5pm
Intro to Sergers
$88-$125 | 3hrs | Ages 16+
Learn all about the serger including threading and its uses!
Upcoming classes
Wed 9/23/26, 6pm; Thurs 10/1/26 6pm; Sat 11/14/26 10am; Thurs 12/10/26 6pm
Intro to Sewing II - Reusable Grocery Bag
$63-$90 | 3hrs | Ages 16+
Up your sustainability game with a cute Baggu-style grocery bag.
Upcoming classes
Wed 9/30, 5:30pm; Mon 10/19/26 5:30pm; Wed 11/11/26 5:30pm; Thurs 12/3/26 5:30pm
Garment Sewing Lab: Elastic Waist Pants
$189-$270 | 3hrs | Ages 16+
3 week class
Select your pattern and get one-on-one help with constructing your first pair of pants!
Upcoming classes
November session starting Tue 11/24/26 5:30pm;
Monster Stuffies (ages 8-16)
$77-$110 | 3hrs | Ages 8-16
Make your own monster!
Upcoming classes
Sat 7/18/26, 9am; Fri 10/19/26 9am; Fri 10/30/26 9am
Quilt Jackets
$298-$425 | 3hrs | Ages 16+
6 week class
Learn simple patchwork and how to construct a quilted jacket in 6 weeks!
Upcoming classes
October session Tue 10/13/26 5:30pm - Tue 11/17/26 5:30pm
Roll-top Lunch Bag (ages 8-16)
$77-$110 | 3hrs | Ages 16+
Create a classic insulated roll-up lunch bag to carry your lunch in style!
Upcoming classes
Sat 8/1/26, 9am
Sewing Basics: Seam Finishing
$63-$90 | 3hrs | Ages 16+
No serger, no problem! This class is all about how to finish your seams.
Upcoming classes
Mon 10/5/26 5:30pm; Mon 12/7/26 5:30pm