About
Community
Fits
Community Fits, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to positively impacting the lives of youth. We are committed to empowering youth through creative outlets, particularly in the realm of fashion and textile arts. By offering skill-building opportunities, our programs enable young individuals to explore their creativity, learn valuable fashion-related skills, and open doors to new opportunities. Additionally, we emphasize overall wellness and emotional intelligence, approaching programs from a trauma-informed lens. Our organization is rooted in evidence-based practices, leveraging research and best practices to inform our programs and interventions. We hope to invoke community healing and foster a supportive community for youth to thrive.
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Upcoming Classes & Events
Friday, July 11 | 6:00 PM
Upcycled Pants Workshop
Turn old pants into something fresh! Learn how to deconstruct and rework them using sewing machines and upcycling techniques.
Sunday, July 13 | 4:00 PM
Pull up & Patch Day!
Bring a jacket, jeans, or tote and learn how to patch, personalize, and repair with fabric and hand stitching. Materials provided or bring your own.
Monday, July 14 | 5:30 PM
Stitch & Sip: Bandana Puffer Tote
Sew a quilted tote bag using bandana-print fabric. One drink included—BYOB welcome. All materials provided.
Friday, July 19 | 12:00 PM
Sewing & Hand Embroidery: Apron Edition
Sew your own apron, then learn basic hand embroidery techniques to personalize it. Take home thread and a needle to keep stitching.
Friday, July 19 | 6:00 PM
Sewing 101: Machine Basics
Perfect for beginners! Learn threading, winding a bobbin, basic stitches, and how to troubleshoot. Bring your machine if you have one.
Thursday, July 24 | 6:00 PM
Bonnet Workshop
Sew a satin bonnet or durag from scratch. Choose your fabric and learn simple construction techniques. Beginner-friendly.
Friday, July 25 | 6:00 PM
Sustainable Machine Quilting Basics
Learn the basics of sustainable quilting using a sewing machine in this beginner-friendly class. You'll create a 4-square quilted sample while learning how to layer fabric, piece it together, add bias tape edging, and stitch everything down using eco-conscious materials.
Saturday, July 26 | 12:00–3:00 PM
Soulful Stitches (Free Kids Workshop)
A creative sewing workshop just for youth! Build confidence and hands-on skills in a fun, supportive space. Location and sign-up info coming soon.
Saturday, July 26 | 6:00 PM
Intro to Sustainable Hand Quilting Workshop
Learn the art of hand quilting and slow stitching. Leave with a finished or in-progress quilted square. No machine needed.
***Due to the nature of our small business, we do not offer refunds but you can always re-schedule for another class!***
Thank You for Supporting Community Fits
Whether it’s a donation, supplies, or your time. Your support makes a difference. We couldn’t provide free programming without you!
We accept:
Monetary donations
Fabric/supplies in good condition (no scraps)
Working sewing machines
Items from our Amazon Wishlist
Drop-offs in Downtown Oakland by appointment
—contact us to schedule.