Learn to Sew: Clothes! 6 Week Class Series: WEEK 1

In this course, students will learn how to sew 2 sewing patterns. The first is the Philo Top by Jules M Smit, an elevated basic with options to customize sleeve length and neckline. The second is the Lane Pants by Syd Graham Patterns, a wide leg elastic waist pant, with options to add cargo pockets and drawstring, a ruffle at the bottom, and a tapered leg. Both patterns are incredibly versatile, meaning each student will leave with a unique design. Each student will finish the series with one shirt and one pair of pants. No sewing experience is necessary — bring an open mind and your creativity!

IMPORTANT: Fabric is not included in the cost of the class! Instructor Emily will help students choose fabric, and make sure it is ordered and delivered before Week 3.

Skills learned:

• Threading a sewing machine

• Selecting settings on your sewing machine

• Reading a sewing pattern

• Cutting fabric

• Hemming

• Basic garment construction

• Troubleshooting sewing issues

  
  

Schedule:

• Week 1: The Basics

  • Threading your sewing machine

  • Selecting stitches

  • Adjusting the settings on your machine

  • Straight and zig-zag stitches

  • Turning pivots

  • Creating a hem

  • Sewing straight lines

  • Seam allowance

    
    

• Week 2: Reading and cutting sewing patterns

  • Measuring yourself

  • Reading and interpreting pattern size charts

  • Learning the anatomy of a sewing pattern

  • Cutting fabric

    
    

• Week 3: Start sewing shirt

  • Apply skills learned in week 1

  • Sew curved seams

    
    

• Week 4: Finish sewing shirt

  • Yay first project is done!

    
    

• Week 5: Start sewing pants

  • Sewing pockets

  • Sewing waistbands

    
    

• Week 6: Finish sewing pants

  • And reflect on what you learned in the class!