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Garment Sewing

Whether you're just starting your sewing journey or have already crafted multiple garments, our updated class lineup is designed to help you take your skills to the next level.

Garment Levels Explained

We're thrilled to announce our garment sewing program is now structured into three skill levels to help students grow their expertise and creativity!

  • Level 1: Tailored for beginners, this level focuses on the fundamentals—measurements, pattern reading, and fabric handling.
  • Level 2: Perfect for those with some experience, this level dives into advanced sewing techniques and pattern adjustments.
  • Level 3: Designed for aspiring designers, this level teaches you how to use slopers to create custom, body-tailored fashion pieces.

Whether you're just starting out or ready to design your own styles, we have the perfect path for you. Let's sew something amazing together!


PLEASE NOTE: We are in the process of updating our website to reflect our new program offerings. Please check back on January 15, 2025, for the latest updates!


Garment Sewing Level 1
Level 1: Get Started in Garment Sewing - Tops

Level 1 Get Started: Garment Sewing Tops

Start your garment sewing journey with this beginner-friendly class, perfect for those who can sew but are new to clothing, as you create your first top and learn fabric selection, fitting, and construction basics.

3 sessions / 9 hours

Level 1: Get Started in Garment Sewing Pants

Level 1 Get Started: Garment Sewing Pants

Kick off your garment sewing journey with this essential class focused on garment bottoms. Learn the basics of garment construction, fabric selection, and fitting while creating pajama pants.

3 sessions / 9 hours

Level 1 Skills: Gathering, French Seams, and Button Plackets

Level 1 Skills: Gathering, French Seams, and Button Plackets

In this Level 1 Skill Builder Project, you will construct a garment that includes gathered sleeves for a puff effect, French seams for beautiful seams inside and out, and a button placket where you'll learn how to make buttonholes and sew in buttons on a sewing machine.

3 session / 9 hours

Level 1 Skills: Snaps, Pockets, and Heavyweight Fabrics

Level 1 Skills: Snaps, Pockets, and Heavyweight Fabrics

In this Level 1 Skill Builder Project, you will construct a canvas jacket using that includes snap closures and pockets. You will also explore various heavyweight fabrics ideal for garment tops.

3 sessions / 9 hours

Level 1 Skills: Elastic Waist, Pattern Fitting, and Lightweight Fabrics

Level 1 Skills: Elastic Waist, Pattern Fitting, and Lightweight Fabrics

Learn how to work with lightweight fabrics, inlay an elastic waist and get started in basic pattern fitting through adjusting your robe to your desired length.

3 sessions / 9 hours

Level 1 Skills: Zippers, Hoodies, and Knit Fabrics

Level 1 Skills: Zippers, Hoodies, and Knit Fabrics

Working with knits is a huge step forward in garment sewing! In this classic garment sewing project, you will create a zipper hoodie make with knit fabric on a sewing machine.

3 sessions / 9 hours

Level 1 Skills: Invisible Zipper, Topstitch Seams, and Hemming Class Kit

Level 1 Skills: Invisible Zipper, Topstitch Seams, and Hemming Class Kit

In this Level 1 Skill Builder, construct a skirt using midweight fabrics that includes an invisible zipper, slanted pockets and topstitched seams. You will also learn how to hem the skirt to the appropriate length.

3 sessions / 9 hours

Level 1 Skills: Waistbands, Slant Pockets, and Tapering

Level 1 Skills: Waistbands. Slant Pockets, and Tapering

Create a simple pant that is perfect for any adventure! These pants feature a waistband with built in belt, faux fly, tapered legs, and slanted side pockets.

3 sessions / 9 hours

 
Garment Sewing Level 2
Level 2 Get Started: Garment Sewing Tops

Level 2 Get Started: Garment Sewing Shirt

Get started on more complex construction techniques as you further your skillset in garment sewing with yolks, cuffs, and more pattern adjustments.

3 sessions / 9 hours

Level 2 Get Started: Garment Sewing Pants

Level 2 Get Started: Garment Sewing Pants

Dive deeper into pant construction with waistband construction, fly front zipper construction and more pattern adjustments specific to  your body.

3 sessions / 9 hours

Level 2 Skills: The Quilted Jacket

Level 2 Skills: The Quilted Jacket

Merge your love of quilting with your love of garment sewing! This jacket features batting for lining to provide breathable warmth. And, with Hong Kong seam finish, you'll have a polished look inside out.

3 sessions / 9 hours

Project Top: Darted Biker Jacket

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Project Top: Gathered Dress in Lawn

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Project Top: Rayon Knit

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Project Pant: Jeans

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Project Pant: Overalls and Trousers

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Project Pant: Fitted Pants

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Garment Sewing Level 3

Garment Sloper: Bodice and Sleeves

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Garment Sloper: Skirt and Pants

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Garment Fitting: Manipulating Darts

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Garment Fitting: Adding Fullness

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Garment Fitting: Mastering Contours

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Garment Master: Woven Essentials

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Garment Master: Knit Essentials

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Project Top: Fitted Blazer

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