FIND YOUR CREATIVE OASIS

Transform your sewing skills with our individual classes for beginners and advanced sewists.

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Explore new techniques with our holistic range of hands-on workshops

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Nurture growing talent through inspiring and educational offerings

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Step out of your daily routine and into our studio, tailored for creatives who need space to make and mend.

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FEATURED CLASSES!

SEWING 1: Home Machine

Get started with the basics


DENIM UTILITY JACKET

Start making projects you’ll love to wear


KIDS AFTER SCHOOL CLUB

Fashion projects for tweens


TEEN FASHION SUMMER CAMP

3 sessions available in July + August

 

Location:

4719 Pine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19143

Walk in hours: 11-4pm

Contact: (855) 623-3745

Email: info@made-institute.com

 

Made West Memberships

Space. Resources.
Community.

Treat yourself to a transformative space to make your best work.

Our studio comes equipped with:

  • Singer home machines

  • Large cutting tables 

  • Brother Home 4 thread sergers (knits) 

  • Professional Dress forms

  • Industrial Gravity Irons  

 

Sewing 1: Home Machines

Learn the fundamentals of sewing on a home machine, guided by hands-on instruction.

Saturdays 10am-1pm

“I’m so excited to bring Made’s creative community to my own backyard in West Philly. Stop in, take a class, and learn to make beautiful things.”
— Rachel Ford, Founder and CEO
 

MADE WEST: FOLLOW THE JOURNEY

 

Made West - Frequently Asked Questions

Where are you located? 4719 Pine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19143

Is there parking? There is usually street parking available in the area.

When do you open? Our studio opens to our members and walk-ins at 11am

Can I wait with my child/friend/family member while they take a class? We welcome parents to come in to say hello and to speak with our staff. We ask that parents/guardians/friends wait at one of the coffee shops in the area.

Do you sell supplies? Yes! We sell a variety of  fabric and sewing notions to students and to the public.

What sewing machines do you use for classes? We use Singer 4411 and brother domestic machines at our University City location.

What sewing machine do you recommend I buy? We recommend buying the same machine as used in class. The Singer 4411 or 4423

Can I host a workshop in your space? Yes! We offer curated workshops to our community monthly. Contact us at info@made-institute to submit a workshop idea.

Do you offer classes for children or teens? Yes! We are so excited to expand our offerings to children and teens ages 10 and up.

When should I arrive for my class/workshop? Please arrive no more than 10 mins prior to your class start time. 

I booked a class/workshop for the Spring Arts location by accident, can I switch it? Yes. Please contact us at info@made-institute to request the correct class enrollment. We will honor your request if there is still availability in your preferred class.

Can I purchase gift certificates? Yes! We offer gift certificates for any amount for sewing supplies, workshops, classes, or studio memberships. Learn more


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