Ronkita Design Blog – Sewing Design + Education

Online sewing classes are here to stay

June 18, 2021June 18, 2021Vanessa

Virtual sewing classes have been so effective that they will remain an option to provide my students with the flexibility to learn how they want. When pivoting in 2020 to…Continue readingOnline sewing classes are here to stay

Classes & Lessons

Can you learn to sew online?

July 19, 2020July 19, 2020Vanessa

Yes, you absolutely can learn to sew online, and there are different ways sewing lessons are offered. Here are some comparisons of the options and things to look for to…Continue readingCan you learn to sew online?

Classes & Lessons Clothing & Accessories

Making a Zipper Pouch from Fabric Scraps

November 28, 2021November 28, 2021Vanessa

The making of a one-of-a-kind zipper pouch created from unique fabric that started as scraps of fabric. I work on a lot of different sewing projects, collaborating with clients and…Continue readingMaking a Zipper Pouch from Fabric Scraps

Classes & Lessons

Transitioning from in-person to online sewing classes

December 19, 2020December 20, 2020Vanessa

Like the experience of other small businesses, 2020 has brought many challenges. The abrupt stop of in-person interaction forced me to evaluate how to continue to offer sewing classes and…Continue readingTransitioning from in-person to online sewing classes

Classes & Lessons

Garment Sewing Intensive

December 13, 2020December 13, 2020Vanessa

Ready to take your fashion design and garment sewing to the next level? A new series of sewing courses with carefully curated projects to teach you techniques that are used…Continue readingGarment Sewing Intensive