Reserve your spot via the “Classes” tab at the top of our site, choose a workshop, and check out. We won’t be sending additional emails before your class. You’ll find answers to most questions here in our FAQs section.

We’re often hands on at sewing machines, laser cutters, and in active workshops places where calls aren’t practical. Email lets us review your request carefully, share files, and respond with accurate next steps. It protects details and ensures nothing gets lost in a quick call.
Reach us at hello@canvasworker.com.

We publish dates in advance so you can plan. Occasionally schedules shift based on demand or operations; if your date changes, we’ll notify you immediately and provide options.

Registrations are nonrefundable. You may transfer your spot as credit to another available class (including private sessions) subject to capacity. This also applies to canceled private classes. To transfer credit, email hello@canvasworker.com.

Email hello@canvasworker.com with your order number and preferred dates. We’ll move your credit to the next available session.

CANVASWORKER Studio
2949 Randolph Ave, Suite D
Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Yes, students regularly travel from across the U.S. and overseas. We’re near John Wayne Airport (SNA) with plenty of hotels (Residence Inn, Hilton, Crowne Plaza) within a mile, and great Airbnb options nearby.

Street parking is available on Randolph Ave; arrive a bit early as it can fill up. Coffee, food, and shops are a short walk at The CAMP and The LAB Anti-Mall. The beach is ~6 miles away. For more ideas on restaurants, events, and hotels, explore Visit Travel Costa Mesa.

Yes. Consulting starts at $200/hour (2-hour minimum). Email hello@canvasworker.com for a quote and availability.

Absolutely, we’ve hosted Nike, Lululemon, Beats, Vans, and more. Private workshops require 4–8 participants. Pricing depends on scope and outcomes. Share your goals and timeline and we’ll tailor a syllabus.

No experience required. Our curriculum meets you where you are, from first time beginners to advanced makers.

We work with CORDURA®, CHALLENGE FABRICS, XPAC® and other premium technical fabrics. You’ll learn on the Juki DNU-1541S Industrial Walking Foot and professional shop tools.

Tote Making: up to 6 students.  Backpack Making: up to 4 students.

We provide all materials and tools, just bring yourself and comfortable clothing. Lunch isn’t included, but there are great options within walking distance (many students eat together).

You’ll get a confirmation email. We won’t be sending additional emails before your class. You’ll find answers to most common questions here in our FAQs section.

Every student leaves with the project they create in class. In the Backpack Making Class, you’ll complete and take home both a Tote or Sling along with the Backpack you’ve built. If you join the Tote Making Class, you’ll leave not only with your finished Tote but also with a physical copy of the Tote pattern, giving you the tools to continue making on your own.

Our studio is ground-level and wheelchair accessible. If you have mobility or other physical limitations, please contact us in advance so we can discuss reasonable accommodations and adapt the workspace where feasible (e.g., seating, reach, pedal placement, work surface height).

Many industrial sewing tasks require the use of hands and feet (to guide materials and operate pedals). We’ll explore practical adaptations when possible, but we can’t guarantee that every machine or task can be modified for every type of limitation. Requests are evaluated case-by-case with safety and instructional integrity in mind.
For accommodation requests, email hello@canvasworker.com before booking.

Trained service dogs are welcome in all public areas of our studio. In limited cases the ADA also recognizes individually-trained miniature horses; we assess those requests case-by-case based on facility suitability and safety. Emotional support, therapy, or comfort animals are not classified as service animals under the ADA for public accommodations.

Closed-toe shoes are required. Long hair must be tied back. We may provide eye protection when working near cutting or laser tools. If you wear prescription glasses, we can supply over-glass eye protection.

Transfers are typically available up to 30 days before your class start, subject to capacity. Inside 30 days, we’ll try to fill your seat from the waitlist; if we can, we’ll move your booking. Missed class time is not refundable, but we’ll do our best to help you catch up during the session.

Some adhesives and technical fabrics have odors. If you have sensitivities or allergies, please let us know in advance so we can ventilate and position your workstation accordingly.

We occasionally capture photo/video for educational or storytelling purposes. If you prefer not to be photographed or filmed, tell your instructor at check-in, we’ll provide an easy opt-out indicator.

Students must be 16+. Younger students may be considered with an accompanying adult. Groups of 3+ may qualify for special rates, email us for details.