Future Designers of America

Is your child interested in sewing & designing?

We invite you to join us.

You and your child will:

Learn the details of the Future Designers of America Program.

Have the opportunity to speak with Future Designers from the program.

Have the opportunity to speak directlywith founder, Ireatha Leona Woods.

Check out sewing & designs from our Future Designers.

First step: Fill out an application for the Class of 2026.

NOTE: For an application - please send an email to leona@leonasews.com

Add FDOA 2026 APP in the subject line.

You will receive the registration packet to proceed with the process.

Second Step: Complete a 150-word essay expressing your desire to participate.

The essay will be sent via email to: leona@leonasews.com.

Please add FDOA 2026Essay in the subject line.

Applications will be accepted from

Sunday, October 19, 2025 - Sunday, December 14, 2025 (midnight deadline)

Join us at our OPEN HOUSE on

Sunday, November 9, 2025

From NOON to FIVE O'Clock pm

Applications received will be contacted for a private appointment time.

You will be notified of the selection by Friday, December 19, 2025

There are TWELVE (12) seats available for the Class of 2026 Program Session.

2026 Future Designers of America

Class Session Begins

January 7, 2026 or January 8, 2026

We will have two class options:

Wednesday - 05:00 pm - 07:00 pm (6 seats)

Thursday - 05:00 pm - 07:00 pm (6 seats)

New FDOAs for the Class of 2026

The Future Designers of America (FDOA) Program is open to boys and girls ages 9 to 13. Designers will have the opportunity to learn basic to intermediate level sewing skills over a three (3) year timeline. The minimal time for the program is one (1) year with a maximum of three (3) years overall in the program. Upon completion of three years, participants will graduate from the program at our annual runway show.

What does it take to get into the program?

Future Designer should have expressed great interest in the creative desire to make things. It could be clothing, shoes, or any type of accessories. Maybe they are cutting out paper and creating a skirt, shirt or the like. Or maybe they are drawing and illustrating fashion apparel. These are indicators of interest in our sewing, design and image program.

Future Designer is required to send in a 150-word essay that clearly articulates the desire to learn to sew & design and future goals for using the life skill.

The FDOA program includes ninety-six (96) hours of sewing instruction per calendar year. For more information about the FDOA Program

email: leona@leonasews.com

type FDOA in the subject line

or call

443-504-2678