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About
I have been teaching sewing professionally since 2010. I've helped hundreds of people in the DC area - from first graders to retirees - learn to love sewing, acquire a new skill, and express their creativity!
I believe creating things with your hands can be an incredibly rewarding experience. Sharing my sewing knowledge with others is one of the most satisfying aspects of my job as a designer and maker!
I offer private, virtual sewing lessons via Zoom. I customize all my lessons so that you get exactly the skills and experience you want, and don't waste your time reviewing things you already know.
I can work with anyone from brand new beginners to experienced sewers who only need a little help with a certain project.
Whether you are only looking to hem your own pants, are an aspiring fashion designer, or anyone in between, I'm looking forward to working with you!
p.s. I am NOT available for production work or piecework. If you need help making something and you don't want to sew it yourself, I recommend searching for a seamstress in your local area! However, if you would like to learn how to sew in general or how to make a specific product, I am happy to help!
Overview
Hired 78 times
Background checked
22 years in business
Business hours
Sun10:00 am - 9:00 pmMon10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Credit card, PayPal, Square cash app, and Venmo.
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2020
2018
Services offered
Level of experience
No experience
Beginner
Intermediate
Work location
I work remotely (phone or internet)
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, responsiveness, and work quality.
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SAMONE M.
Jan 31, 2022
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I’d recommend Valerie to anyone! My 9 year old really enjoyed her sewinglessons with Valerie. She’s very thorough and detailed, she went over every detail of the sewing machine and answered any question my daughter had. During the first class my daughter was able to make a draw string bag which she was extremely proud of herself. Thanks again Valerie
Details: No experience • 10 - 13 years old • Yes, the student has a sewing machine • 60 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)
Sewing Lessons
Anna L.
Feb 25, 2021
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Valerie is patient, courteous and professional. She delivers excellent instructions and will gently walk you every aspect of sewing, pattern making, threading your sewing machine etc. She is amazing. I look forward to hiring her for additional classes.
Details: No experience • 45 - 64 years old • Yes, the student has a sewing machine • 60 minutes • My home, venue, etc.
Sewing Lessons
Joi D.
Feb 13, 2019
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Ms. Cox is a God-sent. She was very responsive and flexible in reference to scheduling. My friend and I both had a class with Ms. Cox. We had fun while receiving an abundance of extremely useful information. Ms. Cox seemed to know everything we would think to ask about our sewing machines and technique. Her patience and knowledge made our class go so smoothly. I can't wait for our next series of classes. I am thinking or organizing a Sew & Sip group and ask Ms. Cox to teach it. It would be a great experience for all.
Details: Beginner • 26 - 44 years old • Yes, the student has a sewing machine • 60 minutes • The sewing instructor travels to me
Sewing Lessons
Meghan A.
Mar 8, 2022
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I connected with Valerie to improve my 15-year-old daughter’s sewing skills. My daughter was on Spring Break and after a brief virtual consult she and Valerie set up the time and agreed to a project to accomplish. I only had to purchase a few supplies and I left the two to a 2-hour virtual class. I was amazed that by the time I returned my daughter had successfully completed a drawstring purse! My daughter said Valerie was clear in communicating directions and the step process. Together they started with the basics of threading the machine and progressed to machine sowing. Now my daughter feels confident to try it on her own! We look forward to setting up another class!
Details: No experience • 14 - 17 years old • Yes, the student has a sewing machine • 60 minutes • My home, venue, etc. • At the pro’s location • Remotely (phone or internet)
Sewing Lessons
Loretta R.
Aug 29, 2019
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Hired on Thumbtack
So far, we have only communicated over the phone. We have agreed that I will call her when I return from vacation on September 10 to set up a date and time for her to begin helping me on my sewing project. But just speaking with her over the phone, I was very pleased with her mannerism, knowledge and experience. It's too soon to rate anything else since we have not started working on my project yet.
Details: Beginner • 65 years or older • Yes, the student has a sewing machine • 60 minutes • My home, venue, etc.
Sewing Lessons
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Valerie Williams
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I have an hourly rate of $75, although customers can save a bit by buying lesson packages of multiple hours.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
The first step is to discover what your sewing goals are, and how much experience you have (zero is a totally acceptable answer). Then we decide on the number of instruction hours needed to achieve your goals. For brand new beginners, I recommend we start with a two hour introductory lesson. That lesson covers all the basics, and includes the opportunity to complete a small project, so you can see your new skills in action! I provide everything necessary for the introductory lesson (including a sewing machine if necessary).
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I've been sewing my whole life, and running a business where I sell the fashion accessories I design and make since 2004. I've been teaching sewing professionally since 2010, in both group and individual private lessons.
