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You can make sewing more than a hobby. Whether you want to be a fashion designer, sell handmade products on Etsy, or do some other job in the textile industry, you need to take some action to get you there.
One possible action is getting a degree.
I’m not saying a degree is the only way to become a fashion designer or to make money with your sewing skills. What I am saying is that a degree is one possible route you can take to start working towards your dreams. That’s better than taking no action.
School is expensive, but a scholarship can help you offset the costs. That’s why I’ve compiled this list of sewing and fashion design scholarships. Good luck!
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FitSewing Scholarship
Award Amount: $1,500
To enter the FitSewing Scholarship Contest, you must write a 1,000-word essay that shows how being involved in social work has improved the quality of your life and character. They are looking for someone that has provided humanitarian aid to tragedy-stricken areas or served underprivileged people in the community. This scholarship is open to high school seniors and current college students.
Sewing Machines View Scholarship
Award Amount: $2,000
To enter the Sewing Machines View Scholarship Contest, you must write a short, 500-1,000-word essay on a topic related to sewing. The specific topics change from year to year. They are looking for someone with good writing skills that has some awesome tips to share about using a sewing machine like a pro. This scholarship is open to high school seniors and current college students.
Stuck at Prom Scholarship
Award Amount: (2) $10,000, (8) $500
To enter the Stuck at Prom Scholarship Contest, you must create promwear using Duck brand duct tape and then submit a photo of yourself wearing the outfit at prom. The winner is selected by an online vote. They are looking for creativity, quality, and uniqueness. This scholarship is open to high school students.
Global Talent Scholarship
Award Amount: $500
To enter the Global Talent Scholarship Contest, hosted by BestSewingMachineforBeginnersToday.com, you must write a 1,000-1,200-word essay on the topic: The Advantages and Disadvantages of Buying Products Online. They are looking for talented students who are passionate about technology. This scholarship is open to students 18 years and old.
Design My Costume Scholarship
Award Amount: $1,000, $500, and (2) $250
To enter the Design My Costume Scholarship Contest, you must write a 400+ word essay related to sewing and clothing, preferably with a focus on sewing and embroidery machines. They are looking for someone who is passionate about fashion design. This scholarship is open to high school students and college students pursuing a degree in fashion or a similar trade.
TeachYouToSew.com Self Developing Scholarship
Award Amount: $1,500
To enter the TeachYouToSew.com Self Developing Scholarship Contest, you must write an essay about your hobby, including information about why it is your passion. They are looking for someone interested in DIY hobbies, such as sewing. This scholarship is open to students of all ages.
So You… Scholarship
Award Amount: Varies
To enter the So You… Scholarship Contest, you must contact the website explaining why you want a scholarship. They are looking for someone that wants to learn how to sew or improve their skills. This scholarship is open to low-income students and those who have immediate family members in the military. So You… also runs several sewing contests.
Scholarships are super helpful if you can get them. However, college isn’t the best option for everyone. It’s possible to learn fashion design on your own through courses online. They aren’t usually associated with a degree, but online fashion courses can get you started. You could try Jay Calderin’s course, Fashion Design: Start to Finish (affiliate). It might help you decide if you’re truly interested in fashion design as a career.
Don’t have time to apply for scholarships right now? Pin the list for later.
This sewing scholarship list was last updated in August 2020. If you’d like your scholarship added, contact Admin@SewingSociety.com, or leave a comment below.
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