Master Your Craft: Comprehensive Private Sewing Training
From basics to advanced techniques—consistent practice for serious learners.
Private Lessons
True craftsmanship isn't learned in a day. It is built through practice, patience, and professional guidance. The Master Your Craft package is our most extensive private training option at The Altered Thread, designed for students in Brooklyn who are ready to make a serious commitment to their sewing journey.
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Located in our Ditmas Park studio, this 10-lesson series provides a structured yet personalized curriculum. Whether you are building a fashion design portfolio or simply want to achieve professional standards in your home sewing, this is your mentorship program.


A Complete Sewing Education
With 10 hours of private instruction, we have the luxury of time. We move beyond "quick fixes" and focus on the fine details that distinguish high-end garments from homemade crafts.
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Your customized curriculum can include:
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Industrial Proficiency: Total mastery of industrial straight stitch and serger machines.
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Advanced Construction: Collars, cuffs, plackets, invisible zippers, and linings.
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Fit & Tailoring: Learning how to adjust patterns to fit your unique body measurements.
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Textile Theory: Understanding how different fabrics drape, stretch, and handle under the needle.
Package Details & Investment
Consistency is the secret to mastery. By committing to a 10-lesson bundle, you ensure steady progress and lock in our best per-hour rate.
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Format: 10 Private Lessons (1 Hour Each)
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Total Instruction: 10 Hours
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Location: The Altered Thread Studio (1010 Ocean Ave, Brooklyn)
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Bundle Rate: $800 (You save $50 off individual rates)
Instructor Note: Because this is our most comprehensive package, we recommend scheduling lessons weekly to maintain momentum.

Best Value
Master Your Craft: 10-Lesson Bundle
800
Achieve mastery with 10 private lessons! Go from basics to advanced techniques with consistent guidance. Perfect for serious learners ready to commit.
Valid for 3 months
