SCHOOL CLUBS
How We Work With Schools
Sew Happy partners with dozens of schools and recreation centers across NYC, Westchester, and Connecticut to bring the art of sewing to the classroom.
Who:
Students in grades 1-5. Minimum of eight students with a maximum of 10 per class.
What:
Classes in hand sewing.
Where:
At your school, camp, or rec center.
When:
A typical program consists of 8-12 weekly one hour sessions.
How Much:
Pricing varies based on project and number of sessions.
" Sew Happy has been a staple at Greenwich Academy's after-school and summer programs for many years. They offer a wonderful array of hand and machine sewing classes. Their programs are not only engaging but also effectively teach a diverse range of sewing skills.
The instructors foster a positive environment that encourages creativity and learning. Students eagerly anticipate the after-school and summer sessions, excited to explore their passion for sewing. Sew Happy truly cultivates a love for the craft, making it a fantastic choice for anyone looking to enhance their skills."
-Leesa Singleton
Middle & Upper School Librarian and Dir. of After School and Summer Prgms.
Greenwich Academy
" Our students - girls and boys alike! - absolutely LOVE Sew Happy and all the projects we've done! The instructors (especially Natalia) are kind and so patient with the kids, really taking the time to teach them the proper skills to sew such wonderful creations! We can't wait for our next project!!"
- Kathryn Danner
Bi-Cultural Hebrew Academy CT
"Sew Happy is an amazing vendor to work with! Their consistency and ease of collaboration shine through in every project, and both the kids and parents eagerly request their classes to return every season."
- Andrea Torres
Electives Program Coordinator
Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle
Schools can choose from a variety of hand sewing projects. All projects cover how to thread a needle, tie a knot, sew on a button, and complete a variety of stitches. Current selections include:
Hedgehog House
Llama Drama
Narwhal
Me and My Doll
Every Project Helps Students To…
Build Life Skills
Students will learn how to tie a knot, thread a needle, sew on a button, and complete a variety of stitches… Along the way, they must follow a sequence of instructions; problem solve; and do a little sneaky math to complete their project.
Cultivate a “can-do” attitude & bias toward sustainability
In a world of outsourcing and fast-fashion, Sew Happy aims to teach kids that they can create new things, fix broken things, and be part of a more sustainable future.
Develop Mindfulness
Crafts like sewing are shown to increase mindfulness and a state of calm and focus.
Have Fun
Projects are designed by artists to be fun and whimsical. Students have plenty of room to hand stitch their original design into the project. What’s your style? Color? Favorite Stitch?
Our Instructors
Not only are all of our instructors wonderful, nurturing, kind people, but they are trained in classroom management so that we deliver the most successful programs possible.
We know that sewing takes patience, focus and concentration and our instructors are there to help every student to achieve success!
You can meet our instructors here.
Schools That Have Partnered with Sew Happy
BMP
Rye Brook
Bedford Hills
Bedford
Bedford Village Elementary
Bedford
Bi-Cultural School
Stamford
Booth Hill, Trumbull
Trumbull
Bronxville
Broxville
C.V. Starr Intermediate School
Brewster
Cathedral School Of St. John The Divine
NYC
Central School
Larchmont
Chapel School
Bronxville
Chatsworth
Larchmont
Corpus Christi
Port Chester
Cos Cob
Cos Cob
Daniel's Farm
Trumbull
Davis Elementary
New Rochelle
Edgewood
Scarsdale
Edgewood School
Scarsdale
FASNY (French American School)
Larchmont
Fawn Hollow
Monroe
Fox Meadow
Scarsdale
Glenville Elementary School
Greenwich
Grafflin (Douglas G),
Chappaqua
Greenacres
Scarsdale
Greenvale
Eastchester
Greenville
Edgemont
Greenwich Academy
Greenwich
Greenwich Catholic School, Greenwich
Greenwich
Greenwich Country Day School
Greenwich
Hackley School
Tarrytown
Heathcote
Scarsdale
Hillside Elementary School,
Hastings-on-Hudson
Holland Hill
Fairfield
Increase Miller
Katonah
International School of Dundee
Greenwich
Jennings Elementary School
Fairfield