LYNDA MAYNARD DESIGNS
Master pattern drafting, sewing and fitting
Lynda Maynard, an accomplished author and teacher, inspires others with her expertise in couture sewing techniques, pattern drafting, fitting and clothing construction.
Master the art of sewing beautiful, handmade clothing with Lynda Maynard Design. From tailored jackets to caged skirts and strapless gowns, build and enhance your sewing skills.
Winter Classes
January 12 - March 3, 2026
Registration opens November 17, 2025
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4-week class (once per week), $200 each
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Finish It!, M 12:30-2 pm (beg 1/26)​​
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6-week classes, $250 each​
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Design Lab: Shirts, Tops & Tunics - W 3:30-5 pm (beg 1/28)
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Ready to Wear Jacket - M 3:30-5 pm (beg 1/26)
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Tailoring Part 2 - M 5:30-7 pm (beg 1/26)
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7 Week classes, $275 each
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Sewing Pants: From Start to Finish - W 7:30-9 pm, PST
8 Week classes, $295 each
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Bodice Sloper with Sleeve - W 5:30-7 pm
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Pant Sloper and Jean Draft - M 7-8:30 pm
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All classes are one and one half hours in length and are live, on Zoom. See more about Lynda's classes below.​​
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All times are shown in Pacific Standard Time.​​​
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NEWS!
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OFFICE HOURS
Lynda will hold office hours once per week (Tuesdays at noon) for her winter students. An email with a unique Zoom link will be sent to all registered students before classes begin.
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Details will be sent out to all registered students.
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IN-PERSON FITTING SESSIONS
Beginning in January 2026, Lynda will be offering 45 minute in-person fitting appointments on Saturdays in Los Altos, California. Details will follow. Be sure to put your name on our email list (see below).
DURATION: Lynda's classes meet weekly for 4-weeks ($200), 6-weeks ($250), 8-weeks ($295) or 4-weeks, 2X/week for 8 sessions ($295)
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ONLINE/ZOOM: Each 1 1/2 meeting is live, on Zoom and all class meetings are recorded. The link to the recording is sent out at the end of each class and it is available to students for 8 weeks. All class times are noted in Pacific Standard Time (PST)
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INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEOS: As part of each class, Lynda also shows instructional videos, which students will have access to after class. These links do not expire
CLASS SIZE: 12 students in classes that include fitting, 15 students in all other classes
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INSTRUCTOR ACCESS: Students will have access to Lynda during class and via email between classes. She is available for private lessons if you need that extra instruction.
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About Lynda's Classes
Lynda is also a guest teacher, in-person workshops across the country and also online workshops. Check her Workshops tab for more information.