Eric W. Stiles Sr. Presents His
SEWING-TAILORING & PATTERN MAKING CLASSES
• E.W.S. Academy (Oak Park): Classes begin the week of February 1, 2026
• Moraine Valley College (Palos Hills): Classes begin on Thursday, February 19, 2026
• Joliet Junior College (Joliet): Classes begin on Monday, February 23, 2026
This is not hobby sewing—it is professional fashion training designed for real skill development. Guided by a global mission to Teach the World to Sew & Design at a Professional Level, these programs focus on garment construction methods used in professional and bespoke tailoring.
With teaching experience that began in 1989, Mr. Stiles leads courses built on clear instruction, proper fit, and dependable techniques that students can apply, practice, and grow with over time. The emphasis is on accuracy, structure, and confidence—skills that support long-term progress in sewing, tailoring, and design.
Classes are offered in Oak Park, Palos Hills, and Joliet, welcoming committed students from Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana. Instruction is open to all experience levels, from beginners learning strong fundamentals to advanced designers refining detail, fit, and execution, within a structured learning path aligned with real-world practice.
To ensure focused instruction and personal guidance, class sizes are intentionally kept small. As a result, courses often reach capacity each semester.
REGISTRATION IS NOW !
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For more information or questions, email or call Mr. Stiles at 708-424-4397
Meet the Instructor: Eric W. Stiles Sr. ("Mr. EWS")
Eric W. Stiles Sr., a Master Bespoke Tailor and Designer with over 40 years of experience in high-end fashion and garment construction, has worked with internationally renowned fashion houses including top-tier brands such as Brioni, Giorgio Armani, Polo Ralph Lauren and Tom Ford.
Renowned for his precision, craftsmanship, and approachable teaching style, he has guided and inspired countless aspiring designers, sewers, and industry professionals, focusing on practical techniques delivered in a supportive, stress-free environment.
Whether you're a beginner or an advanced student, learning under Mr. Stiles means gaining the skills, discipline, and confidence to excel in the fashion industry. Students enrolled in these courses gain not only technical instruction but also the benefit of his global perspective, professional discipline, and dedication to craftsmanship.
His professional journey has been shaped by the guidance of master craftsmen and educators from Italy, Poland, Asia, Latin America and America, providing him with a rare and diverse foundation in the art of tailoring and design.
Among the highlights of his career was being selected by the prestigious fashion house Brioni to receive advanced training in Italy, where he further refined the skills and techniques that define world-class bespoke tailoring.
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