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Portland Fashion Institute is a nationally accredited private nonprofit career institute of higher learning and Portland’s only accredited fashion design college.

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Porland Fashion Institute's Classes for Fun

You’re welcome to take any one (or more!) of our 50+ classes, all taught by industry professionals, just for fun. You don’t have to sign up for a Diploma Program to learn here. We teach many skill levels, so we do recommend you start with the level you’re at and then progress from there.

At PFI, all of our instructors are in the apparel industry which makes them a great resource to learn from (and fun to know!). Below are the popular areas of study for people taking classes for fun.

Get the basics of sewing and get started on the projects of your dreams. Our teachers are pros who know the latest industry tips and tricks from beginning sewing to leatherworking.

Learn to draw fearlessly by hand. Then go digital. Share your vision with the world.
You can’t make a garment without a pattern. It’s your guide to go from idea to reality. Start with paper and fabric. Move up to 2D and 3D.
Be the boss and earn a living from your creativity. Learn the jargon, the people, the process and the path to success.
We also offer Open Sewing, where you buy 1–3 hours of instruction in an intimate setting of 4 to 6 students, or Private Lessons if you need individual time with an instructor to focus on a specific project or skill.

Portland Fashion SupplyPortland Fashion Supply has everything you need, including class-specific kits, to learn here and is open to the public (not just students). They offer a wide array of supplies, fabrics and apparel-specific tools you can’t find elsewhere. Conveniently located right on campus, be sure to visit and see how they can help.