November 8 - December 6
holiday gift challenge
Challenge to make your holiday gifts this season
NOVEMBER 8 - DECEMBER 6
THE HOLIDAY GIFT CHALLENGE
CHALLENGE TO MAKE YOUR HOLIDAY GIFTS THIS SEASON
the holiday gift challenge
virtual challenge

Are you ready to bring your holiday gifting to the next level? Instead of rushing through crowded stores, take the stress out of shopping by creating heartfelt, handmade gifts! Join us for this year's Holiday Gift Challenge, where you’ll craft unique, personalized presents that your loved ones will cherish. With expert guidance from our talented instructors, you'll turn your creativity into something truly special. From wallets to tree skirts, let’s make this holiday season shine with DIY magic! 🎄✨🎅🤶🌟

virtual 
Holiday Gift CHALLENGE

Are you ready to bring your holiday gifting to the next level? Instead of rushing through crowded stores, take the stress out of shopping by creating heartfelt, handmade gifts! Join us for this year's Holiday Gift Challenge, where you’ll craft unique, personalized presents that your loved ones will cherish. With expert guidance from our talented instructors, you'll turn your creativity into something truly special. From wallets to tree skirts, let’s make this holiday season shine with DIY magic! 🎄✨🎅🤶🌟

Look at all the holiday gifts you can learn to make...
WALLET
SCARF
CHRISTMAS TREE SKIRT
YANAKA JACKET
DIVA STOCKING
VIXEN JACKET
KAY CAPE
ZAWADI SKIRT
CHRISTMAS TREE SKIRT
SLIPPERS
BONNET
MUG COZY
BELLY BAG
TORI ONSIE
CLAM POUCH
CHLOE CAPE

IMAGINE ALL THE GIFTS YOU'LL MAKE DURING THIS CHALLENGE!

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
about 
Sew Creative Lounge…

"Sew Creative Lounge has rekindled my love for sewing after many years. I truly enjoy the sewing classes. Now I feel like I'm able to conquer anything!"

 LAura J.  

“I’ve been sewing all my life and I can’t believe things that 
I learned during the Holiday Gift Challenge. Tisha is a wealth of information and I love taking her classes. "

Rose J. 

“I’ve been taking classes at Sew Creative Lounge for three years now and I have found my second home. The instructors are my life line and are always so helpful.” 

Jessica R.  
Holiday Gift CHallenge
4
LIVE Workshops 
4
days 
12
on-demand 
CLASSES
$0
Cost To Attend
VIP TICKET ONLY $17

CHALLENGE PROJECTS

YANAKA JACKET
SCARF
WALLET
CHRISTMAS TREE SKIRT
CHLOE CAPE
VIXEN JACKET
KAY CAPE
ZAWADI SKIRT
SLIPPERS
BONNET
TORI ONSIE
LAYERED PILLOW
CHRISTMAS TREE SKIRT
DIVA STOCKING
BELLY BAG
CLAM POUCH
4
live virtual classes
4
DAYS
12
on-demand classes
$0
Cost To Attend
VIP TICKET $17
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
about 
Sew Creative Lounge…

"Sew Creative Lounge has rekindled my love for sewing after many years. I truly enjoy the sewing classes. Now I feel like I'm able to conquer anything!"

 LAura J.  

“I’ve been sewing all my life and I can’t believe things that 
I learned during the first Holiday Gift Challenge. Tisha is a wealth of information and I love taking her classes. "

Rose J. 

“I’ve been taking classes at Sew Creative Lounge for three years now and I have found my second home. The instructors are my life line and are always so helpful.” 

Jessica R.  
What To Expect At
THe holiday gift challenge
  • 4 Live Virtual Workshops featuring sewing instructors Tisha Thorne, Cecily Habimana, Rakecia Hanna and Carrie Augustin daily at 5pm EST 
  • Access to four additional on-demand classes per day for a total of 16 classes!
  • ​Learn new sewing techniques while making fun, quick gifts
  • ​Learn must-have tools that every sewer should have in their tool bag 
  • ​Be a part of a community of sewers in our private Facebook group where you can get to know others participating in the challenge
What To Expect At
THE HOLIDAY GIFT CHALLENGE
  • 4 Live Virtual Workshops featuring sewing instructors Tisha Thorne, Cecily Habimana, Rakecia Hanna and Carrie Augustin daily at 5pm EST 
  • ​Access to 4 on-demand classes each day for a total of 16 classes
  • ​Learn new sewing techniques while making fun, easy gifts
  • ​Learn must-have tools that every sewer should have in their tool bag 
  • ​Be a part of a community of sewers in our private Facebook group where you can get to know others participating in the challenge
Meet your host
Cecily Habimana, HOst & Instructor 

Cecily Habimana is co-owner of Sew Creative Lounge located in Lanham, Maryland. Sew Creative Lounge teaches children and adult sewing classes and hosts summer camp at their home studio and satellite studio in Chicago. They also partner with various elementary schools throughout the DC metropolitan. In response to the pandemic, Cecily and her partner Tisha opened up an online store and began designing their own collection of fabrics. They excited about their work and are always eager to work with their students.

Cecily has been featured in several publications and blogs including The Washington Post, Washington Express, Madame Noire, The Examiner, American Express website and Chicago Tribune. Cecily has also appeared on Fox 5 News and NPR. She received her bachelor’s degree from Howard University and her MBA from George 
Washington University.

Cecily Habimana, HOST  

Cecily Habimana is co-owner of 
Sew Creative Lounge located in Mount Rainier, Maryland. Sew Creative Lounge teaches children and adult sewing classes and hosts summer camp at their home studio and satellite studio in Chicago. They also partner with various elementary schools throughout the DC metropolitan. In response to the pandemic, Cecily and her partner Tisha opened up an online store and began designing their own collection of fabrics. They excited about their work and are always eager to work with their students.

Cecily has been featured in several publications and blogs including The Washington Post, Washington Express, Madame Noire, The Examiner, American Express website and Chicago Tribune. Cecily has also appeared on Fox 5 News and NPR. She received her bachelor’s degree from Howard University and her MBA from George Washington University.

Tisha Thorne
LEAD Instructor

Tisha Thorne is co-owner of Sew Creative Lounge and is a certified sewing instructor that has been teaching locally in the DC area and throughout the country for more than two decades. 

Born and raised in Washington DC, Tisha is passionate about teaching her students of all ages about sewing. Tisha and her partner Cecily Habimana founded Sip and Sew DC in 2014 and opened Sew Creative Lounge in 2017. 

Her mission is to teach the world to sew, one stitch 
at a time.

Tisha Thorne, INSTRUCTOR

Tisha Thorne is co-owner of 
Sew Creative Lounge and is a certified sewing instructor that has been teaching locally in the DC area and throughout the country for more than two decades. 

Born and raised in Washington DC, Tisha is passionate about teaching her students of all ages about sewing. Tisha and her partner Cecily Habimana founded Sip and Sew DC 
in 2014 and opened Sew Creative Lounge 
in 2017. 

Her mission is to teach the world to sew, one stitch at a time.

RAKECIA HANNA
CARRIE AUGUSTIN
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class Schedule
November 8, 15, 22 and december 6
DAILY 5-6pm EST 
via ZOOM



HOW TO PARTICIPATE:

Step 1: visit this website each day on november 8, 15, 22 and December 6th to watch the on-demand classes for the day. 

Step 2: TUNE IN TO THE live ZOOM CLASS EACH DAY AT 5PM EST NOVEMBER 8, 15, 22 AND DECEMBER 6TH

Step 3: Confidently make your gifts for your friends and family

Step 4: Post a picture of your Completed projects in the Challenge Facebook Group

CHALLENGE SCHEDULE
NOVEMBER 8, 15, 22 AND DECEMBER 6
5-6pm EST
VIA ZOOM
HOW TO PARTICIPATE:

STEP 1: VISIT THIS WEBSITE EACH DAY ON NOVEMBER 8, 15, 22 AND DECEMBER 6TH TO WATCH THE ON-DEMAND CLASSES FOR THE DAY. 

STEP 2: TUNE IN TO THE LIVE ZOOM CLASS EACH DAY AT 5PM EST NOVEMBER 8, 15, 22 AND DECEMBER 6TH

STEP 3: CONFIDENTLY MAKE YOUR GIFTS FOR YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY

STEP 4: POST A PICTURE OF YOUR COMPLETED PROJECTS IN THE CHALLENGE FACEBOOK GROUP
Who Should Attend?
There's something for everyone whether you are a complete beginner or experienced sewer.


Who Should Attend?
THERE'S SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE WHETHER YOU ARE A COMPLETE BEGINNER OR EXPERIENCED SEWER.
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FAQ’s 

What is The Holiday Gift Challenge?

The Holiday Gift Challenge is a sewing challenge where we are challenging you to build your sewing skills and make your holiday gifts this season.

When is it?

The live classes will be held virtually via Zoom NOVEMBER 8, 15, 22 AND DECEMBER 6TH  from 5-6pm EST. You will also have access to three additional classes each day via this website. 

What level is the challenge appropriate for?

This challenge is appropriate for the absolute beginner through                  
advanced level sewer. 

How much does the challenge cost?

The challenge is free! You can also upgrade your registration and purchase 
the recordings so that you have access to all the classes until November 2025. There are no refunds for the VIP ticket. 

What supplies do I need for the challenge? 

Once registered, you will be emailed a link to download the supply list. 

Who is hosting the challenge?

The challenge is being hosted by Cecily Habimana, co-owner of Sew Creative Lounge. Live classes will be instructed by Tisha Thorne, Cecily Habimana, Rakecia Hanna and Carrie Augustin. 

FAQ’s 

What is The Holiday Gift Challenge?

The Holiday Gift Challenge is a sewing challenge where we are challenging you to build your sewing skills and make your holiday gifts this season.

When is it?

The live classes will be held virtually via Zoom NOVEMBER 8, 15, 22 AND DECEMBER 6TH from 5-6pm EST. You will also have access to three additional classes each day via this website. 

What level is the conference 
appropriate for?

This challenge is appropriate for the absolute beginner through                  
advanced level sewer. 

How much does the challenge cost?

The challenge is free! You can also upgrade your registration and purchase 
the recordings so that you have access to all the classes until November 2025. There are no refunds for the All Access Pass (Challenge recordings). 

What supplies do I need for the conference? 

Once registered, you will be emailed a link to download the supply list. 

Who is hosting the conference?

The challenge is being hosted by Cecily and Tisha, co-owners of  
Sew Creative Lounge. 

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