Sew & So’s
Sew & So’s is a sewing and creative studio based in Hoboken, NJ. Our vision is to bring joy and confidence to sewing, creating projects that spark imagination and self-expression through bold design and playful craft.
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Little Stitchers (Ages 2-5)
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Sip & Sew (Ages 21+)
Make Something That’s Yours
Rooted in a love of craft and a passion for creativity, we bring a designer’s eye and a playful touch to every project — whether it’s a first-time stitch, a one-of-a-kind accessory, or a complete wardrobe refresh. Thoughtful sewing, always made by you.
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My daughter enjoyed her week at sewing camp so much. Besides sewing her own bag and stuffed animal, she worked on other fun craft and art projects. Deborah and Laura were amazing and very encouraging with each project. My daughter can't wait to take more classes! - Celeste
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We’re proud to partner with our community to inspire kids through hands-on making. Our enrichment programs turn classrooms and community spaces into vibrant places for creativity and confidence to grow.
About us
At Sew & So’s, we blend decades of fashion design and teaching experience with a passion for sustainability and creativity. Our mission is to provide children and adults with a welcoming space to learn sewing, fashion design, and upcycling—building confidence, self-expression, and community while fostering a more thoughtful approach to fashion and the world around us.
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Laura is a fashion designer and qualified educator, trained at the London College of Fashion (University of the Arts London). She has years of experience working in Hoboken private schools and leading city-wide creative initiatives. For the past three years, Laura has facilitated Hoboken’s Arts in the Park programme, delivering accessible, well-structured creative experiences to hundreds of local children. She specialises in sewing, illustration, and pattern making, and brings a calm, structured, and inclusive approach to every class—making creative learning approachable, confidence-building, and genuinely enjoyable for all ages and abilities.
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Debbie is a New York–based Creative Director and Senior Fashion Designer with over 35 years of experience building and scaling multimillion-dollar brands. She has designed for globally recognised names including Guess Childrenswear, The Walt Disney Company (Hannah Montana), Nickelodeon, and Mattel (Monster High). As the creative lead behind the Mary-Kate and Ashley line for Walmart and Asda, she scaled the brand to $80 million in sales and earned industry recognition including Disney Licensor of the Year and the Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Award.
Throughout her career, Debbie has mentored and led large creative teams, combining innovation with commercial strategy to translate ideas into successful, trend-driven fashion. Today, she brings that same depth of expertise to the studio, teaching children and adults the craft of sewing, fashion design, and upcycling in a way that is structured, accessible, and creatively ambitious.