Confident Beginner: Intro to Sewing Knits - Lounge Set, September 26 & 27

This class will run Saturday, September 26 & Sunday, September 27, from 9am-4pm each day (or earlier if finished).

THE CLASS

Learn to sew knits by making a comfy lounge set! In this class, we will be making both the Pine Raglan Sweatshirt by Paradise Patterns and the Evergreen Sweatpants & Shorts by Helen's Closet.

The Pine Raglan Sweatshirt is a classic sweatshirt with a comfortable, oversized fit. The neckband is slightly chunkier than a standard crewneck, giving the sweatshirt a vintage and unisex feel. View A has a full-length hem, while view B has a cropped hem, giving the sweatshirt a more feminine feel. You can choose to make the whole sweatshirt in one fabric or use a rib knit for the neckband, waistband, and cuffs. 

The Evergreen Sweatpants are mid-rise, pull-on pants designed for comfort and everyday wear. View A is a classic sweat pant with a tapered leg and elastic hem, and View B is an easy, relaxed short. Both views feature an elastic waistband with an optional interior drawstring, inseam pockets, and a slightly dropped crotch for a casual fit. The Evergreen Sweatpants are designed for medium to heavy weight knit fabrics such as jogging fleece or French terry. Whether you’re lounging at home or styling them for a casual day out, these sweatpants will quickly become a wardrobe staple.

Both gender inclusive patterns are designed to be cozy and comfortable for everybody!

You'll leave with a finished set, a ton of new skills, and the confidence to start working on your next project.

We will be sewing on both a sewing machine and a serger. You will learn techniques for sewing on both machines.

Both patterns are size-inclusive: the Pine Raglan is designed to fit chest measurements up to 58" and hip measurements up to 61". The Evergreen sweatpants are designed to fit hip measurements up to 62".

SKILL LEVEL

This class is intended for Confident Beginners - you should know how to thread a sewing machine, wind the bobbin, and do basic stitching. It's ok if you haven't sewn a garment or used a sewing pattern or serger before! 

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

This class will cover the following skills:

✿ Taking your own measurements & interpreting a size chart
✿ Using and adjusting a sewing pattern
✿ Serger basics
✿ How to sew with knits/stretch fabrics (both on a regular machine and a serger)
✿ How to install neckbands and cuffs
✿ Elastic insertion for waistbands and cuffs
✿ Edge-stitching and top-stitching
✿ Sewing inseam pockets with a unique construction method (useful for future knitwear projects!)
✿ And lots more!

WHAT'S INCLUDED
Both sewing patterns are included in the cost of the class and will be printed for you when you arrive. You'll also receive digital files (and instructions) so you can re-use the patterns as many times as you want in the future.

You will need to purchase fabric, and notions in the shop before the class (and you should leave time to pre-wash your fabric). Come by and we'll help you pick out something suitable that matches your style!

If you have your own sewing machine and want to use it, feel free to bring it with you (just make sure you have all the components including bobbins, foot pedal, etc). If you prefer, you can use one of our studio machines. We will also provide sergers.

This class will be taught by Taylor.

-Please note that our shop will be open to the public during this class.
-This class is intended for adults ages 16 and up.

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