You will learn how to make a garment from knit/stretchy fabric from start to finish: Finding a pattern, deciphering the pattern, choosing the right fabric and notions, cutting the pattern to fit you, and finally garment construction
Interested in learning how to sew clothing for yourself from stretchy/knit materials? Join us for an introduction to sewing clothing for the human form. People of ALL sizes are welcome!
This is a 4-part sewing class:
Introduction to Sewing Clothes – Field Trip!
Introduction to Sewing Clothes – Pattern/Fabric Cutting
Introduction to Sewing Clothes – Sewing the Pattern
Introduction to Sewing Clothes – Finishing Your Garment
Note:
If you plan to take the class, please make sure to register for EACH session in the series.
You will learn how to make a garment from knit/stretchy fabric from start to finish: Finding a pattern, deciphering the pattern, choosing the right fabric and notions, cutting the pattern to fit you, and finally garment construction.
We will cover different types of seam finishes and you will be able to use the serger and/or coverstitch machine to finish your garment. If you don’t already know how to operate a sewing machine, that’s ok! You will learn how to operate the machines here at Seattle Makers.
For this second session we will finish cutting out our pattern and start cutting out our fabric! We will also get familiarized with the sewing machines. The following two sessions are for completing your garment.
Here some pattern ideas to give you an idea of what you could make during this course:
Faux Wrap Skirt
Joggers
Hoodie or Sweatshirt
T-shirt or Tunic
What you get to take home:
Your custom made garment!
Whom it’s for:
Anyone aged 15+ (youth 15-16 must have a guardian present). No experience necessary. New sewers welcome!
What we’ll provide:
Sewing machines, pins, scissors, iron, ironing board.
What to bring:
A can-do attitude!
Seattle Makers is now located in Wallingford at 3300 Wallingford Ave North. We’re in the white building right next to the Wallingford Steps, up the hill from Gas Works Park. We still have a great view of the Space Needle too!
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