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Historical Hand Sewing Techniques

Fashion Institute of Technology · Manhattan · Computing & Information Sciences

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When
Nov 14 to Dec 19, 2026Sat, 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Where and how
In personFashion Institute of Technology, Manhattan
Time commitment
Ask the campus12 hours of instruction
Cost
$380, estimatedThe campus confirms the final amount
Who can join
No age limit listedNo prerequisites listed
What you get
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About this course

Hand sewing has been around for thousands of years and was how every garment was made prior to the invention of the sewing machine. From historical re-enactments/living history to cosplay or theatrical productions, this course will be of interest to anyone fascinated with historically accurate sewing techniques from the 16th to the 18th century. In this multi-period course, participants will learn time-honored sewing artistry—borrowed from the old world—to create a variety of hand stitches, seams, details, and hems.

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Fashion Institute of Technology, Fashion Institute of Technology, Manhattan, NY 10001

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