Future Designers of America

CLASS OF 2027

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 directly with founder, Ireatha Leona Woods

and our 2026 Future Designers.

Check out sewing & designs from our Future Designers.

First step: Fill out an application for the Class of 2027.

PLEASE JOIN US AT THE OPEN HOUSE

Sunday, November 8, 2026

1:00pm - 5:00pm

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

Add FDOA 2027 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 2027Essay in the subject line.

Applications are currently accepted through

Sunday, December 1, 2026 (midnight deadline)

You will be notified of the selection by Sunday, December 20, 2026

There are TWELVE (12) seats available for the Class of 2027 Program Session.

2027 Future Designers of America

Class Session Begins

January 6, 2027 or January 7, 2027

We will have two class options:

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

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

Class options will be determined during the application process.

The Future Designers of America (FDOA) Program is open to boys and girls ages 9 to 14. 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