She left her NYC teaching job to open a sewing studio. Here's how she did it.
Her NYC sewing studio earned six figures — more than her teaching job — so she quit. Here's how she made the switch affordable.
Kate Saffady, a 50-year-old woman from Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn, left her job as a preschool teacher in June 2026 to manage her full-time Brooklyn Stitch Studio. The studio offers sewing classes for children aged eight and above, as well as workshops and private events for adults. In the first six months of operation, the studio generated around $190,000 in revenue, surpassing Saffady's income from teaching.
Located in Gowanus Creative Studios, the studio occupies a larger space in a complex, with monthly expenses around $2,587. Fabric costs, insurance, and rent are significant expenses, with Saffady paying over $2,400 monthly for health insurance. With her expertise in teaching and patience, Saffady transitioned smoothly to her new role, gaining a balanced life and momentum in her business.
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