Fashion Classes

For Adults, Students and kids

Learn All About Fashion and Accessory Design from Award‑Winning NYC Designer Saya

Discover comprehensive guidance on fashion and accessory design from Saya, an award‑winning designer based in New York City. Learn fundamental principles, advanced techniques, creative processes, and professional strategies to build a distinctive design voice and a sustainable, market-ready collection.

What you’ll learn

  • Design foundations: color theory, fabric selection, silhouette, proportion, and garment construction basics.

  • Accessory design: materials and hardware choices, patterning for bags and shoes, jewelry design fundamentals, and integration with apparel.

  • Sketching and technical drawing: translating ideas into clear croquis, flats, and tech packs for production.

  • Patternmaking and draping: basic blocks, grading, drape-to-form methods, and converting draped pieces into patterns.

  • Sewing and finishing: essential stitches, seam types, interfacing, linings, hemming, and couture finishing techniques.

  • Textile knowledge: fiber types, fabric behavior, prints and dyeing methods, performance fabrics, and sustainable alternatives.

  • Trend research and moodboarding: identifying market trends, building cohesive concept boards, and storytelling through collection themes.

  • Production and sourcing: finding manufacturers, costing, minimum order quantities, sampling, and quality control.

  • Branding and presentation: creating a brand identity,

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Saya is the founder of Sand by Saya, a luxury accessories company, and Sand by Saya has just celebrated its 15-year anniversary. After graduating from Parsons with a fashion major, her passion for teaching talented future designers became a driving force. In this class you’ll get hands-on experience in fashion design—learn how to make your own fashion items from her.

If you’re a beginner interested in crafting, sewing, and fashion design, this is the class for you. If you’re serious about applying to fashion college, Saya shares insider tips and proven strategies to strengthen your portfolio and application.

Price and Scheduling

Free 15-minute trial — no charge

Location: Online or in person (109 St & 2 Ave)

Single class

  • $25 per person — 30 minutes

12-class package

  • $250

Group discounts (create your own class)

  • 1–5 people: 5% off per student

  • 6–10 people: 10% off per student

Additional options

  • Summer and winter camps available upon request

To book or request a custom group rate and camp details, contact us with preferred dates and number of participants.

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