Welcome, we're so glad you're here.
At PFI you can take classes for fun or earn a diploma to help you with your career goals.
Here 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.
- Sewing Classes – 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.
- Fashion Design Classes – Learn to draw fearlessly by hand. Then go digital. Share your vision with the world.
- Patternmaking Classes – 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.
- Apparel Business Classes – Be the boss and earn a living from your creativity. Learn the jargon, the people, the process and the path to success.
For this term’s classes & schedules, download our flyer. You can find more detailed info about our policies, including class size, on our FAQ page.
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 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.
Here to change or start my career.
At PFI you will find:
- Apparel professionals teaching apparel classes.
- Empowerment for a new fashion life and shows you the right way to get ready.
- Professional skills and networking that can lead to a better job in fashion design.
- A belief that school shouldn’t put you in debt #schoolwithoutdebt.
- Getting an education can be fun!
- Contact us today.
OUR DIPLOMA PROGRAMS
All three of our Programs were designed by an advisory board FROM four major Portland apparel companies. THEY offer the best launch into the apparel industry at a price you can afford. With concentrated effort, it’s possible to complete a program within two years’ study. The full curriculum begins each Fall but you can start any time. For more about classes, costs, and schedules, download the current course catalog. You can find more detailed info about our policies, including class size and attendance, on the Diploma Program Q&A page.
LEARN TO BECOME AN
Apparel Designer
LEARN TO BECOME AN
Apparel Technical Developer
LEARN TO BECOME AN
Apparel Entrepreneur
CONTINUING EDUCATION
Want to try before you buy and still get credit? Just want to boost your job skills? Then continuing education is for you. Get credit for the classes you take, even if you don’t need a degree. Useful whether you are paying for the class or your employer is paying.
Portland 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.
More from PFI
We offer more than just our on-campus classes! Our Sewing Wisdom Blog has lots of great advice, features, and articles. Also, be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel @portlandfashioninstitute, to take a virtual tour of our campus and view interviews with our seniors and graduates.
Welcome to Portland Fashion Institute
Do you have a student who is interested in fashion but you don’t want to waste money. You want to make sure you are getting a practical education at an affordable price. You want to make sure your student is enjoying the creative life with a plan to have good career after graduation.
From the start, PFI has believed in supporting a debt-free education. We keep classes affordable and break costs into smaller monthly payments.
PFI’s curriculum was designed by directors at adidas, Columbia Sportswear and Nike. The school requires instructors to be currently involved in the apparel industry. That ensures that your student gets the latest information — and networks with leaders in major apparel companies in Portland and across the nation.
Have questions? Want a tour? Contact us at 503-927-5457, info@pfi.edu or visit our YouTube channel.
WHAT WE VALUE
- Supporting a debt-free education.
- Promoting a progressive, sustainable & ethical industry.
- Changing people’s lives. Making fashion dreams come true.
- Passing along a professional fashion tradition. Creating a sewing community. Supporting diversity, inclusion & accessibility.
- Being innovative, nimble & dynamic.
- Having fun.
- Real skills, real jobs, real world knowledge.
Portland 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.
More from PFI
We offer more than just our on-campus classes! Our Sewing Wisdom Blog has lots of great advice, features, and articles. Also, be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel, PFI-tv, to take a virtual tour of our campus and see video interviews with our seniors and graduates.
