Sew Ojai

Greetings, I’m Diane Steele, and my sewing journey began at the tender age of five under my mother’s guidance. What started as a childhood fascination evolved into a lifelong passion. Over the course of 50 years, I honed my craft by studying under a Swiss-German fashion designer and pattern-maker.

I hold a strong belief in the transformative power of sewing, not just as a creative outlet but as a sustainable practice. In a world dominated by fast fashion and its detrimental impact on the environment, I advocate for the timeless art of mending and altering clothes. Together, we can contribute to positive change, one stitch at a time.

Embark on this fulfilling journey with me as we unravel the art of sewing together. Join the movement to unlock your potential – not only mastering technical skills but also discovering and expressing your unique creative voice through sewing projects.

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Diane Steele

805.646.6266

Sew Ojai Scholarship Program

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POLICIES

Thank you for enrolling in Sew Ojai classes. I will make every effort to create a fun and positive learning experience for you. It is my goal to have you derive a lifetime of pleasure in what you create from your sewing knowledge. 

• Class Fees  www.dianesteele.com.
• Cancellations Due to one-on-one, cancellation is problematic. There are no cancellations nor refunds after two weeks previous to the beginning of class unless your slot can be filled by another student.

• Arrive on Time Other students may have classes scheduled in a time slot following your class. Please arrive on time as a courtesy to your instructor and other students. 

• Make Up Lessons There are no make up classes due to absences. If you know in advance 2 weeks prior to the beginning of class that you will not be attending a particular class date, your registration fee will be pro-rated. Should a family emergency or illness occur please call 805.646.6266 before the class to notify the instructor.

• If a class is canceled due to low enrollment, registered students will receive a full refund or credit for another class, whichever is preferred. 

• Parking  On Blanche Street. Double park behind my car. Look for #14 on the storage locker.

 * Expiration Date.  Classes and lessons expire 3 months from date signed below.