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Garment Sewing 101



If you're interested in learning to sew garments, this is the class for you. We'll offer small group instruction to a max of 8 students per session, starting with the basics and graduating to increasing their sewing skills with each project. Students will work at their own pace to complete 2+ projects during the 6 week session. Classes meet for 2 hours per week. Each participant must have a sewing machine. We have a limited number of sewing machines available to rent during class sessions, so if you would like to rent one, please check with us for availability prior to registering.

This class can be repeated and in subsequent classes the participant can choose their projects and the instructor will be available to mentor them throughout.

This class is best for ages 16 and above.

Supply List:  

Fran Pajamas pattern or Martin Pants pattern (available at KC Maker Studio)
Fabric for your size - per pattern instructions
Sewing machine in good working order and user’s manual
Serger
All-purpose sewing thread to coordinate with fabric selected for project
Sharp fabric scissors (8” recommended)
Small thread snippers or embroidery scissors
Seam gauge
Seam ripper
Sewing pins and/or clips
Seamstress-style tape measure
Seam guide or painter’s tape
Point turner (optional)
Fabric markers (removeable)
Rotary cutter with sharp blade and quilting ruler (optional, helpful but not necessary for most garment sewing)

Pre-class Homework:

Make sure you know how to thread your machine, wind a bobbin, and are familiar with general user’s information.Purchase the Carolyn Pajamas pattern or Martin Pants pattern at KC Maker Studio in your size.
Purchase fabric yardage to make either the full-length pajama pants or shorts.
Pre-wash your fabric in the manner you plan to wash the completed garment.

 



Skill Level:
beginner
Skill Details:
This class is suitable for the sewing machine owner that wants to expand their skills to sewing their own garments. The class will work on projects that increase their knowledge and skills week over week, completing 2-3 garments over the course of the class. Participants should have a working knowledge of basic sewing and be comfortable with their sewing machine.
Requirements:
Sewing machine, scissors, rotary cutter, 6" x 24" ruler, 18"x24" mat or larger, pins, seam ripper, Beginner Sewing workbook Pajama Pant pattern
Instructor Name:
Angela Fry
Instructor Bio:
Angela has been sewing for many years and loves to sew clothing for her daughter. She also is well versed in the use of many types of sewing machines and would love to teach you to better use yours in the construction of your own garments.

Garment Sewing 101

Cost:
$ 175.00