Fiber Arts Studio & Social Club
Your destination in LA for fiber arts workshops, social events, and maker meet-ups.
A communal space for solitary hobbies.
Patchwork is a fiber arts community built around making—together. From workshops to social gatherings, we create space for connection through craft, using our hands to slow down and create.
Learn something new, and make it your own.
Come learn a new skill, or return to something you’ve always loved. Workshops at Patchwork are about more than learning a skill —they’re about making alongside others. We host beginner-friendly classes and skill-building sessions across a range of fiber arts. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced maker curious about a new craft, each class is designed to be accessible, low-pressure, and fun!
Bring your project, find your people.
Our maker meet-ups are a space to settle in and create alongside others. Bring a project you’re working on, or the one that’s been sitting in your bag for weeks, and spend time stitching, chatting, and trading tips with fellow makers. It’s low-key, welcoming, and open to all levels.
patch·work
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1. A textile made by stitching together pieces of fabric—often varied in color, pattern, or texture—into a single, cohesive whole; commonly associated with quilting and other fiber arts.
2. A composition formed from distinct elements brought together; a collective made stronger and more meaningful through the joining of diverse parts.
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Upcoming Workshops & Events
Option 1: July 29, August 5, August 12 — 6-9pm (SOLD OUT)
Option 2: August 18, August 25, September 1 — 6-9pm
Create a one-of-a-kind patchwork curtain panel inspired by traditional Korean bojagi textiles in this three-week beginner-friendly sewing series. Together, we’ll explore jogakbo — a style of bojagi created by piecing together small fabric remnants into organic, light-filled compositions that resemble stained glass when hung in the window.
Students will learn foundational machine sewing techniques while constructing their own curtain panel using machine-sewn ssamsol (flat-felled) seams, the distinctive reversible seam finish traditionally used in bojagi construction. Along the way, we’ll cover seam finishing, pressing techniques, patchwork composition, and textile assembly in a supportive small-group environment.
Materials: All materials, sewing machines, and tools are included. However, if you have specific cotton or linen fabrics you are wanting to incorporate into your piece, feel free to bring them with you.
Skill Level: All levels are welcome. No prior sewing experience is necessary.
What You’ll Make: One 20” x 30” bojagi café curtain panel.
The three sessions will be broken down as follows:
Week 1: Design & Foundations
Learn machine sewing basics, explore and practice ssamsol flat-felled seams, and begin planning your curtain design through fabric layout and composition.
Week 2: Piecing the Panel
Cut fabric and begin constructing your curtain. Focus on accurate piecing and seam construction as your design takes shape.
Week 3: Finish & Assemble
Complete the panel, refine seams and edges, press, and finish your curtain for hanging and display.
Sunday, August 2
2:00pm-4:30pm
4652 W. Washington Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90016
Rulers, scissors, staples, & pictures is all you need to learn basic patchworking! Join Caldwell Akers at Patchwork on August 2nd to learn the technique of quilt collage, which uses coffee table books and staplers to learn basic patchwork construction and terminology, but subtracts the sewing machine learning curve.
No experience is necessary. In only a few hours, you’ll design a traditional yet modern collage "quilt block" worthy of any ancestor’s approval.
*All materials are included, but you are welcome to bring an inspirational coffee table book you want to pull from for your collage.
Saturday, August 15
10am-1pm
4652 W. Washington Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90016
Curious about sewing but not sure where to start? This workshop covers the fundamentals and is the perfect precursor to our project-based sew-along classes.
We'll start from the very beginning—learning how to thread a machine, wind a bobbin, sew straight lines, navigate corners and curves, and build confidence at the machine. By the end of class, you'll have created a lined zippered pouch to take home and the foundational skills to continue your sewing journey.
What You'll Learn
How to safely operate a sewing machine
How to thread a machine and wind a bobbin
How to cut fabric accurately for a project
How to follow a simple sewing pattern
Sewing fundamentals, including straight lines, corners, and curves
Basic construction techniques for simple sewing projects
Tips for troubleshooting common beginner mistakes
What You'll Make
One lined zippered pouch to take home
What's Included
Janome sewing machine use during class
All fabric, notions, and project materials
Hands-on instruction in a small group setting
What to Bring
Nothing! Everything you'll need is provided.
Feel free to bring a water bottle or snack if you'd like.
Saturday, August 8
10:00am–2:30pm
4652 W. Washington Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90016
A first project that doesn’t look like a first project! Join us at Patchwork on August 8 from 10:00am–2:30pm for a beginner-friendly sew-along making the Stash Pocket Tote by Matchy Matchy Sewing Club—a roomy everyday bag with exterior pockets for all the things you want within reach.
This small-group workshop is designed for newer sewists, with step-by-step guidance, demos, and plenty of hands-on support throughout. We’ll move through the project together so you can build confidence on the machine while making something genuinely useful.
Materials: All materials, sewing machines, and notions are included. Just bring yourself (or any drinks and/or snacks if desired)!
Skill Level: This is suitable for true beginners, although more intensive than our Introduction to Machine Sewing class. It’s perfect for anyone new to sewing or anyone looking to refresh their sewing basics in a relaxed, supportive setting. No prior experience required.
Sunday, August 16
10am-1pm
4652 W. Washington Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90016
Have a pair of pants that's just a little too long? A dress or shirt you've been meaning to shorten? Bring it along, and we'll show you how to hem it yourself.
This beginner-friendly workshop starts with a quick introduction to the sewing machine before walking you through one of the most useful sewing skills you can learn: creating a clean, simple hem. You'll leave with a better understanding of how to use a sewing machine and a garment that's ready to wear.
This workshop is perfect for complete beginners—no sewing experience necessary.
What you'll learn:
Sewing machine basics and safety
How to measure and mark a hem
Preparing and pressing your garment
Stitching a clean, durable hem
Tips for hemming future garments on your own
What to bring:
One or two garments you'd like to hem (pants, skirt, dress, or sleeves all work well)
We recommend woven fabrics or lightweight denim for your first project. This workshop isn't designed for heavy denim, formalwear, lined garments, or complex alterations.
All sewing machines, thread, pins, and pressing tools are provided.
Wednesday, August 19
7-9pm
4652 W. Washington Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90016
A midweek reset for your hands and your head. Every third Wednesday of the month from 7–9pm, we’ll host a low-key Makers Circle at Patchwork for whatever’s currently in progress—half-finished, almost-done, or just recently abandoned.
Bring your WIP, find a seat, and spend a couple hours making alongside others doing the same. This is a free community night, with donations always welcome to support future programming.
Contact Us
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