November 2020 Virtual Classes

Learn to Knit, One Washcloth at a Time: Intro to Purling

You can knit but what is this purl thing? We'll cast on, practice our knit stitch, learn how to purl and then learn how to switch between knitting and purling to make a dishcloth from cotton yarn. Students should have experience casting on and knitting. VIRTUAL CLASS

Instructor: Amie Palmer

Materials:

US sz 7 Needles (if you have US Size 6 or 8, they will also work)

1 color of Worsted Weight cotton yarn (dark colors are hard to see)

Tapestry needle

Intro to Machine Sewing VIRTUAL CLASS

Are you a beginning sewer who has no idea what all the knobs and dials on your machine do? Or are you coming back to sewing after a long break? Or maybe you have figured some things out, but are not completely satisfied with your machine skills. This class will show you the ins and outs of your sewing machine and get you sewing like a pro!

We’ll go over terminology, setting up the machine, switching stitches and troubleshooting. I’ll talk about your basic sewing kit - tools that make your job easier! And lastly, I’ll show you some techniques that will make your beginner projects a success. You do not need to have a machine to sign up - if you are thinking about getting one we’ll make some recommendations.

*Please note: due to the online nature of this class, we’ll be going over modern machines only. We look forward to future in-person classes where vintage machines will be welcome as well. If you have questions about your machine’s suitability, please call the shop or email!

*When registering, please note the brand and model of your machine so we can be prepared to help you individually - feel free to call us with questions.

Instructor: Shaerie Mead

Machine Intro Supply List:

- Your sewing machine, in good working order with the power cord, foot pedal and matching bobbin

- 1/4 yard of any woven cotton fabric to practice on

- Any color thread

- Fabric shears or sharp scissors

- Pins (glass head pins are preferred but any kind will do for this class)

Knit Your Bust Fitting Sweater Ever VIRTUAL CLASS

Tired of gapping button bands? Is your sweater too big in the shoulders if it fits your bust? Learn how to customize existing patterns with shaping and bust darts to get your bust fitting sweater ever!

Instructor: Amie Palmer

Materials:

Calculator (the one on your phone will work),

two contrasting colors of medium weight yarn and a set of needles to match,

waste yarn (or embroidery floss)

Sew Your Own: Luna Pants VIRTUAL CLASS

The Luna Pants by Made by Rae are a slim pant with a comfortable fit that are destined to become your favorites. Secret pajamas for the win! Featuring pockets and an optional elastic cuff, the construction is straightforward - once you make a pair you’ll want them in every color.

You’ll learn the basics of working with paper patterns, pinning & cutting fabric, sewing seams accurately, and some finishing touches that make these pants special. This class is suitable for a beginner that has made a project or two successfully, but may have questions about sizing themselves and sewing a garment. Also suitable for the intermediate sewer who may want to pick a more challenging fabric!

- Three 3 hour live sessions, plus homework.

Equipment Needed:

Sewing machine with straight stitch and zig-zag options, iron, ironing board.

Supply List:

Luna Pants by Made by Rae paper pattern; clear tape; paper scissors; Woven cotton fabric in the yardage for your size - can be purchased after the first class if you have sizing questions - if you are taller than 5’ 8” please add 1/4 yard to your yardage - beginners will do best with a printed fabric that has a clear right side / wrong side - intermediate sewers can pick a linen or linen blend, rayon or a stable knit; 1” elastic in the yardage for your size (needed for 3rd class); matching thread; washable chalk pencil or washable marking tool of your choice; bodkin; Basic Sewing Kit: sharp fabric shears, 2 x 18” clear ruler, tape measure, glass head pins, seam gauge, seam ripper. Pressing ham (optional)

Skills learned: sizing, lengthen/shorten pattern, pinning & cutting, sewing & finishing seams, understitching, hems, inserting elastic.