I went to see Anthony Grant's show there and thought the space was really great. They also have a…read morelot of fun creative gifts for sale,

From the owner: Our studio is a sanctuary for anyone looking to deepen their creative identity while engaging in…read morecommunity building. Our idea was born out of a need for collective experience and personal soulful growth. Whether you're an experienced artist or just starting out, our diverse classes and workshops offer something for everyone. We believe that artistic expression fuels personal growth, builds community and is a catalyst for social change. Mighty Mighty studio is an art space where people can cultivate individual and collective transformation through the practice of art. Join us on this pursuit of creative inquiry.

I came by here for a street fair, and full disclosure, I worked for the founder in my first job out…read moreof college at another art center. The event went til 6, but was over about an hour or so before that. I was greeted by a nice young man who does transportation for some of the artists. They have art that I've seen before in my other visits. I'm not sure of the value because I'm not fully familiar with their inventory, nor do I know the artists. I know that they do work with professionals to collaborate and complete their art. It was fun, and I'd go to another opening if they had one.

Just saw a segment on CBS Sunday Morning about this group. The story was inspiring and uplifting. I…read morehad never heard of it. And the artists are amazing individuals who create beautiful unique pieces.

It feels a bit weird leaving a review while I'm still enrolled in the program, but, when I saw…read morethere was only 4 reviews, and knowing that Apparel Arts oriented towards online education due to COVID (temporary or permanently, I'm unsure), I figured there might be people who have not heard of the program who are searching online for sewing classes, and might do their research on Yelp. I started taking classes almost a year ago with no experience - I seriously had hemmed a few rips, sewed a few seams, and that was about it. In that year, I have become more confident in my patternmaking abilities, and, have started to finally feel comfortable with my sewing skills. I have made around 20-30 projects in muslin, completing the projects from body measurement to final products. Over the next few weeks, I'm hoping to begin transferring some of these patterns to fashion pieces that are actually wearable - that's something, if you asked me a year ago, I would not believe. A lot of it is a testament to the quality education and instruction, but, as they will tell you in orientation, there is a sufficient amount of homework you have to be serious about completing, because like any skill, the more practice you have, the better. Still, even in some of my more obvious mistakes/beginner questions ("What is a dart?", "Why can't I make patterns in pen if I'm extra careful?") to now some of my more slightly more practiced questions ("How do I use bias tape?"), Suzi and Allison have always answered my questions with both empathy and detail. The shift to online education probably isn't the most natural for fashion/sewing/patternmaking, however, the instructors have committed to an in-home studio that allows these classes to go on relatively without a hitch (and even if there is one, they are always very quick to address it!). The curriculum has shifted from at your own pace to more of a linear pedagogy, but I don't mind, as sometimes I would find myself a bit stuck on wanting to perfect a skill when there would be plenty of opportunities later on. Usually most classes are a combination of lecture, some patternmaking (if it's a patternmaking class), and a sewing demo. Videos are made available after the class, which, for someone who needs to hear something 2 or 3 times. So yeah, I'm just very grateful I've had the work/classes at Apparel Arts to keep me busy through this hellacious year. It's given me joy to build a skill from the ground up, and, a skill that I didn't think would even come naturally to me. If you are doing research on taking a sewing class, I can only say good things about my experience here.

I've been attending the very popular Pattern Drafting class for a year. I come all the way from…read moreSanta Cruz. This alone should tell you how much I love and respect this place. After much research on what design and sewing program to enroll in, I chose Apparel Arts because it seemed to be setup more flexibly than a college environment. And it is. The teaching spaces are well appointed. You can often drop in and just work here. It feels professional. The teachers are outstanding-knowledgeable, fun, and work hard at keeping us all going, given we are at different levels and places in the program. I love how engaged the founder/owner, Suzi, is. She's very involved, gets to know us, and still teaches and helps us out. This says a lot to me. And the way all the staff and students celebrate one another's creations and successes inspires such a sense of community. Despite the traffic I run into with the commute, I absolutely love coming and am usually invigorated and inspired when I leave. I cannot recommend Apparel Arts more highly.

I took the beginner class with Susanne. It was always the highlight of my week. Glass is such a…read moregorgeous medium, and even if you aren't particularly artistic or handy you can make something beautiful. Susanne hits the right mix for a beginner class of detailed instruction and letting you do the work and make your choices on your own. I absolutely recommend it.

I took a six hour stained glass class from Suzannah and it was wonderful. There were five of us in…read morethe class and we all ended up with a beautiful piece of stained glass art to take home and hang up in the window. Suzannah is a wonderful teacher, kind and thoughtful and able to give good feedback, and really straight instructions on how to do the things you need to do to create a stained glass piece. I highly recommend these classes to anyone. It was a wonderful experience, and I would do it again.

Great school! My niece attended here two or three years and has since graduated with the Class of…read more2026. From my understanding, Oakland School for the Arts (OSA) is a nonprofit public charter school. They have a immersive arts program, and they serve hundreds of kids tuition-free! We've been to many student shows and concerts. You can easily tell the student's improvement from earlier in the school year to the end of the year, and from the junior high students to senior high students. By the time they are in high school, their stage presence and performances are even better. It's a beautiful thing! Best high school vocal performances I've seen. I don't know all the ins and outs of this school, but from my standpoint, OSA is a great school especially for kids in the local Oakland area. The faculty and staff that I've seen are dedicated, and they truly care about the kids' education and growth. One teacher even attended my niece's 18th birthday party and spoke at the event. That says a lot about the school and the faculty/staff at OSA.

Our son has been in this school for four years, and will likely go for all seven. A great fit for…read morehim, and a vibrant community of artists. The school is in a good place financially, having expanded their campus and programs. I can't say enough about the faculty and staff - they're dedicated public school instructors that truly care. Their Executive Director, Mike Oz is an Oaklander through-and-through, and has been there 20+ years.

One of the best cups of cold brew I've ever had. My only frustration with this place was the fact…read morethat it didn't open until 9 AM. Thankfully they were open when it came time for my second caffeine fix of the day. The space is also absolutely gorgeous and they appear to host lots of educational / experiential events for coffee lovers. Highly recommend!

May 2026 Give this place a crown!…read more Very cool and unique coffee shop that roasts it's own coffee, has community events, and is welcoming! I was torn between the coffeeflights and their speciality drinks. Got their "Hey Mambo!" Which has housemade raspberry amaretto Italian soda with espresso and milk of your choice. It was definitely unique. It was well made an exactly like they said it was, but it just wasn't something I'd order again. Next time I'd get the coffee flight. Nice and kind service with clean seats and clean restrooms.