Garment Class: Introduction to Making Clothes

The next level in your sewing journey starts with actually sewing clothes. During this project based sewing series, students will learn about how to read and navigate a commercial pattern, a bit about measurements and fitting, pinning, layout and cutting. Then starts the construction phase of pressing, seam allowances, seam finishes, facings, elastic waistbands, pockets and hemming. The first class will focus around constructing the Elegant Tee, the next garment will be about sewing the Picasso pants (easily altered), and the last 3 classes we will sew the Ikina 2 Jacket (a simple kimono style jacket that can be a robe too). These three projects incorporate many essential techniques you will use to make your own clothes successfully, plus you will have a library of very usable patterns to make many times over! This class is for both women and men. There is alternative pattern choices for men.
   
Any machine brand is welcome, but you must know how to wind a bobbin, thread it, and change the feet. If your don't own a machine yet, call the store and borrow one first before purchasing one just for this class. Consider the University of Sewing for your machine purchase as we have many machines better than big box stores for a better price. If you have never used a sewing machine but really want to sew - wonderful! But you will need to take the Sewing Machine Demystified course first. Call the store with any questions about the course, supplies or machines, please email uofsalicel@gmail.com.

Please Note: There will be homework to finish each week. You're always welcome to bring your project into one of our Open Sew sessions to continue working on it in the store. 

Fabric and supplies will need to be purchased at the University of Sewing. Students receive a 20% discount on class supplies. *If you have the supplies, you don't need to purchase new ones.

Supplies:
The Patterns will be supplied.
Tools:
Fabric Scissors
Tape measure
Seam Ripper
6" Seam Gauge
Straight pins and pin cushion or magnetic holder

You will need to come into the store before the first class to pick out your material for the Elegant Tee and thread color to match. Please ask for help in the store and we will direct you to some great choices. Then you will need to pre-wash and dry the fabric before class. Interfacing and elastic are needed, but you will purchase that during class. 

Starting with the first class, students need to bring a working full-size sewing machine including cord, foot pedal, extra presser feet, bobbins, machine manual, and machine needles. 

If you and a friend sign up you will get a $100 off the class fee. Please come in or call the store so we can set up the discount.
Class space is reserved with full payment. This is a seven week class.