{"product_id":"confident-beginner-pleat-top-september-5","title":"Confident Beginner: Pleat Top, September 5","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 12pt;\" id=\"docs-internal-guid-07f03f6f-7fff-3dbb-d21c-81d2f42fcb12\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eThis class will run Saturday, September 5th from 9am-4pm (or earlier if finished).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eTHE CLASS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/alamain.co.uk\/products\/the-pleat-top-pattern?srsltid=AfmBOop4jBosNSlw7eEyk3T_Fo-960ZLwMYevF8uIApQuZIqpfi6OPJJ\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePleat Top\u003c\/a\u003e by Alamain Studio \u003cspan\u003eis an \u003c\/span\u003eeasy-to-sew pleated top pattern\u003cspan\u003e designed to create a modern, fluid silhouette with minimal construction. Its \u003c\/span\u003easymmetric drape and relaxed fit\u003cspan\u003e make it an ideal choice for a lightweight \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esummer or fall top\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or a contemporary tunic-style piece that feels effortless yet refined.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned with beginners in mind, this pull-on top slips easily over the head, with\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eno zippers or buttons required\u003cspan\u003e. The design balances clean lines with subtle movement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e offering a chic result without complex techniques. Finished with French seams throughout, the Pleat Top delivers a neat finish without the need for a serger.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eYou'll leave with a finished garment, a ton of new skills, and the confidence to start working on your next project.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis pattern is size-inclusive and is designed to fit chest measurements up to 55.9\" and waist measurements up to 53.5\".\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 12pt; margin-bottom: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eSKILL LEVEL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis 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 before!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 12pt; margin-bottom: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eWHAT YOU'LL LEARN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis class will cover the following skills:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✿ Taking your own measurements \u0026amp; interpreting a size chart\u003cbr\u003e✿ Using and adjusting a sewing pattern\u003cbr\u003e✿ Sewing French seams\u003cbr\u003e✿ Sewing pleats\u003cbr\u003e✿ Edge-stitching \u0026amp; top-stitching\u003cbr\u003e✿ Pressing techniques for a neat finish\u003cbr\u003e✿ Sewing metered corners\u003cbr\u003e✿ Bias-bound necklines\u003cbr\u003e✿ Techniques for sewing neat curves\u003cbr\u003e✿ Hemming\u003cbr\u003e✿ And lots more!\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 12pt; margin-bottom: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eWHAT'S INCLUDED\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe Pleat Top sewing pattern is included in the cost of the class and will be printed for you when you arrive. You'll also receive a digital file (and instructions) so you can re-use the pattern as many times as you want in the future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 12pt; margin-bottom: 12pt;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou will need to purchase fabric and notions in the shop before the class \u003c\/strong\u003e(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!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis class will be taught by \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/openstudiosewing.com\/pages\/our-sewing-teachers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCallyn\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e-Please note that our shop will be open to the public during this class.\u003cbr\u003e-This class is intended for adults ages 16 and up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCheck out the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/explore\/search\/keyword\/?q=pleat%20top%20alamain\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePleat Top\u003c\/strong\u003e on instagram\u003c\/a\u003e to see lots of unique versions and get inspiration for what you could create!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf the class you want is sold out, click \"Notify me if this becomes available\" below to get first dibs if a spot opens up.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Open Studio Sewing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54069498478865,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0866\/7263\/8225\/files\/Pleat_top_white_2.jpg?v=1785507878","url":"https:\/\/openstudiosewing.com\/products\/confident-beginner-pleat-top-september-5","provider":"Open Studio Sewing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}