Sewing Stretch/Knit on your Domestic Machine 4th to 5th April

Description

Class Times and Dates:
9:30am – 1pm
Saturday 4th to Sunday 5th April, 2020

Duration: 2 x 3.5 hrs

Cost: $145.00

A maximum of 6 sewists in the class

Class Description:

In this class you will learn techniques to sew stretch/knit fabrics on your domestic machine.

So many tips and tricks will be provided to help you sew stretch/knit fabrics effectively on your domestic machine.

You will learn how to identify stretch and knit fabrics and their suitability for different garments styles.

You will learn how to select and read a pattern, the correct pattern layout on your fabric as well as cutting and marking.

We will explore different stitch options and machine settings on your domestic machine and discuss the selections of needles and threads best suited for the project.

The focus is on the techniques required to create stretch/knit garments with professional neck, edge and hem finishes as well as how to achieve very stretchy seams without the use of an Overlocker.

A girls dress pattern and a unisex t-shirt pattern will be available in sizes 2 – 10

You are welcome to bring a pattern of your own choice. However, please make sure the style is simple and to have it traced off and ready for use.

Please call me if you need guidance. Anette 0407083170

You will learn to use the twin-needle which will give you an amazingly professional finish. This needle can be used on all domestic machines with a zigzag stitch.

Projects:

We will complete a girl’s dress or child’s unisex T-shirt with raglan sleeves and self-fabric neck edge.

Cost Includes:

• Tuition
• Class notes
• Use of girl’s dress or unisex T-shirt pattern
• Endless coffee and tea with something sweet for sustenance

What you need to bring:

• Your Domestic machine and manual (if you have one)
• Fabric choice:
• Jersey, preferably with a small content of Spandex/Elastane or similar is recommended.
• Unisex T-shirt size: 2-3, 3-4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 or 10 years (children’s)
• Fabric required: 80, 85, 90, 90, 95, 100, 100 or 105cm respective of size as for above
• Girl’s Dress: 2-3, 3-4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 or 10 years (children’s)
• Fabric required: 95, 100, 105, 110, 115, 120, 125 or 130cm respective of size as for above
• Choose the size required base on the following
• chest circumferences: 57, 58, 59, 60, 62, 64, 66 or 68cm respective of sizes as for above
• General sewing equipment such as pins, fabric shears, seam ripper etc
• Threads and a small selection of equipment is available for purchase.

Skill Level:

This project is suitable for beginner sewists with basic sewing skills, comfortable using the sewing machine.

Getting Here:
Glover Road is off Hayes Road in Yallingup Siding, See Contact page for the map as the GPS may lead you astray.

Please contact us if you would like more information or have any questions.

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