Where Creativity Meets Opportunity
The Royal Kids Fashion & Design Academy at TC Royal Garments is an exclusive, eight-week, hands-on educational experience designed to introduce young creatives to the world of fashion design.
Through personalized instruction, practical sewing experiences, and creative exploration, students will develop foundational skills while discovering their unique design vision.
What Your Child Will Learn
- Introduction to fashion design and creative concepts
- Essential sewing techniques and machine operation
- Fabric selection and garment construction
- Developing original designs and creative confidence
- Building a foundation for future fashion education
8-Week Curriculum
Learning Experience
Enrollment Process
Private Consultation
Program Structure
The Royal Kids Fashion & Design Academy is an exclusive eight-week, 100% in-person educational experience created for young aspiring fashion designers.
Students participate in two hands-on studio sessions per week, with each session lasting two hours, for a total of 32 instructional hours.
Through guided instruction, creative exploration, and practical application, students develop foundational sewing, garment construction, and fashion design skills.
8-Week Curriculum
Introduction to fashion design, studio safety, sewing tools, and creative vision.
Fabric identification, textures, color coordination, and basic measurements.
Sewing machine operation, stitching techniques, and foundational practice.
Fashion sketching, design concepts, and developing original ideas.
Introduction to patterns, fabric cutting, and preparing a garment project.
Guided sewing instruction and assembling individual design projects.
Refining garments, finishing details, and preparing completed designs.
Final project presentation, creative reflection, and celebration of student achievements.
THE ROYAL EXPERIENCE
Admissions & Enrollment
Every great designer begins with a vision. Our private enrollment process allows us to understand your child's creative interests, introduce your family to the Academy, and guide you through the next steps.
Tuition & Investment
Meet Your Instructor
Teresa M. Diggs Ankrah
FASHION DESIGNER | EDUCATOR | CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Guiding the next generation of fashion designers through creativity, skill development, and hands-on instruction.
At the Royal Kids Fashion & Design Academy, students are encouraged to discover their creative potential, develop foundational sewing skills, and bring their design visions to life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before beginning your child's Royal Academy journey.
How long is the Academy?
The Royal Kids Fashion & Design Academy is an exclusive eight-week program, featuring 32 hours of hands-on instruction.
Are classes held in person?
Yes. All Academy instruction takes place in person in Columbia, South Carolina. There are no virtual Academy classes.
How often will students attend?
Students attend two studio sessions per week. Each session lasts two hours.
How much is Academy tuition?
Total Academy tuition is $4,000. A $2,000 enrollment deposit is required. The $75 consultation fee is credited toward tuition upon enrollment.
Is a consultation required?
Yes. Families begin with a private 30-minute Zoom consultation to discuss their child's interests, experience, and creative goals.
What will my child learn?
Students explore foundational sewing, machine operation, fabric selection, garment construction, and original fashion design through guided practice.
How do we begin enrollment?
Begin by booking a $75 private consultation. Following the consultation, families wishing to proceed will receive enrollment instructions and information about securing an available Academy seat.