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Come to make things.
Stay for the community.

A creative clubhouse inside DSM House of Design where curiosity is welcome, creativity is messy, and nobody’s judging your skill level.

 

Crafters Anonymous and Stitchin’ Studio come together as one shared space for making—whether you’re picking up a craft for the first time, dusting off an old hobby, or leveling up your sewing skills.

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Crafters
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A monthly gathering for creative humans who like working with their hands, trying new things, and making friends while they’re at it.


No pressure. No perfection. Just creativity, curiosity, and connection.

  • Aug 05, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    401 E Jackson Ave, 401 E Jackson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, USA
    We’ll be tie dying Tshirts, tanks, bucket hats & making wall hangings using a variety of designs and techniques! You are welcome to bring a cotton t shirt or tank of your own to tie dye too! I will provide the dye, supplies & materials. Let’s get colorful!!!
  • Sep 02, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    401 E Jackson Ave, 401 E Jackson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, USA
    We will be making beaded hanging plants- think the most beautiful plant suncatchers for a beloved space.. your new forever succulent!✨✨✨

Stitchin’ Studio

Where skill meets style.

A creative space inside DSM House of Design where beginners can learn to sew, makers can build confidence, and crafty people can gather in community.

Whether you want to finally learn your sewing machine, try your hand at upcycling, make something fun with other creative people, or simply spend time in an inspiring space, Stitchin’ Studio is designed to help you get started and keep creating.

No pressure. No perfection. Just learning, making, and creating together.

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Intro to Sewing

Learn the basics. Build confidence.

Make something you’re proud of.

Our Intro to Sewing series is a beginner-friendly, hands-on class designed for people who want to get comfortable using their sewing machine and start creating with confidence.

This class is ideal for beginners, returning sewists who need a refresher, or anyone who has a sewing machine at home and wants to actually use it.

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Intermediate Sewing

Refine your skills. Expand your techniques.
Create pieces that feel like you.

Our Intermediate Sewing series is designed for those who know the basics and are ready to build on them. 

You’ll work with new fabrics, follow more complex patterns, and learn cleaner finishes, better construction, and simple customization skills.

This class is perfect for sewists who are comfortable with a machine and ready to level up.

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Upcoming Events

  • Let’s Tie Dye!!🩷❤️🧡💛💚🩵💙
    Let’s Tie Dye!!🩷❤️🧡💛💚🩵💙
    401 E Jackson Ave, 401 E Jackson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, USA
    We’ll be tie dying Tshirts, tanks, bucket hats & making wall hangings using a variety of designs and techniques! You are welcome to bring a cotton t shirt or tank of your own to tie dye too! I will provide the dye, supplies & materials. Let’s get colorful!!!
  • Beaded Hanging Plants✨🪴💎
    Beaded Hanging Plants✨🪴💎
    Sep 02, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    401 E Jackson Ave, 401 E Jackson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, USA
    We will be making beaded hanging plants- think the most beautiful plant suncatchers for a beloved space.. your new forever succulent!✨✨✨
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