Sewing Classes – National Sewing Circle

Copying Ready to Wear: The Cutting Method

Suzy Furrer — Sun, 31 Mar 2024 18:23:09 +0000

The most accurate way to copy ready to wear is to cut up a garment and create a pattern from those cut pieces. Join me while I show you how to give new life to a garment that has seen better days. You don’t need to be a patternmaker to learn this technique but imagine the satisfaction of drafting garments that you know you like and that fit your figure. This is also a great class if you have been...

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Pressing Tools

Suzy Furrer — Thu, 28 Mar 2024 03:07:45 +0000

Having the right pressing tools, and learning to press properly, are the most productive and inexpensive ways to elevate the look of your sewn garments to the professional level. Different pressing tools are needed for different tasks and different tools are needed for different fabrics. While an iron is certainly the most important piece of pressing equipment, it should not be your only tool.

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Master Your Sewing Skills 11-Class Set

Suzy Caffoe — Mon, 26 Feb 2024 21:21:03 +0000

Master the sewing basics and gain confidence in more advanced sewing techniques in the Sewing Master Workshop Collection. Whether you’re an accomplished sewer or new to the activity, join a variety of expert instructors on a detailed guide through 11 comprehensive classes that will inspire a new outlook on your craft with every skill gained. Covering topics including sewing essentials...

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Patternmaking + Design: The Pants Sloper Class + DVD

Suzy Furrer — Thu, 16 Nov 2023 20:06:22 +0000

Learn to draft a custom pant sloper and use it to create two on-trend pattern variations alongside Apparel Arts founder Suzy Furrer. Start simple with how to take accurate measurements and transform them into the waist shaping, dart placement, crotch curve and seam lines for your sloper. Suzy will also guide you through truing up your sloper and making a muslin to refine it for a perfect fit. Then...

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The Ultimate Guide to Sewing Knit Fabrics Class + DVD

Linda Lee — Thu, 16 Nov 2023 19:53:41 +0000

Become an expert in sewing knits alongside pattern designer Linda Lee. Learn to select the ideal knits for all of your projects. Choose the right needles, threads and machine feet for easier, better sewing. Achieve dreamy results with delicate sheer and open-weave fabrics. Master tissue knits to sew light layers or lingerie like a pro. Sew medium-weight knits that offer excellent structure for...

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Patternmaking Basics 3-Class Set

National Sewing Circle Editors — Tue, 07 Mar 2023 20:39:14 +0000

Learn to design an impressive array of patterns and details alongside Suzy Furrer. Get started with creative sleeves before you venture to master collars and closures. Continue your journey with creative necklines and seam lines for new skills guaranteed to make you feel accomplished! NOTE: After purchase, all individual classes within this set will be made available in your account.

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Knit Know-How + Cowl Neck Sweatshirt

Nicki LaFoille — Wed, 01 Mar 2023 18:15:48 +0000

A cozy sweatshirt is a must-have for chilly weather, and this unique pattern combines function and style with pockets and professional details, such as grommets, a cowl neck, and topstitching. Nicki LaFoille teaches you all about the different varieties of knit fabrics, from the basics of terminology to stretch percentage to sewing tips. Then get the pattern and step-by-step instructions to stitch...

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Combining Knit and Woven Fabric

Nicki LaFoille — Fri, 06 Jan 2023 14:00:39 +0000

Lounge pants are a staple in any wardrobe, whether they’re for rainy days at home, a stroll around the block, or a quick trip to the grocery store. With the right materials, they can even make a great casual pant that combines versatility and comfort. Join Nicki Lafoille in this class to learn how you can make your own lounge pants and create a custom pattern using a pair of pants you already own.

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Master Your Sewing Skills 11-Class Set

National Sewing Circle Editors — Wed, 30 Nov 2022 16:24:27 +0000

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Hands On Crafts for Kids: The Artist in You!

Candie Cooper & Katie Hacker — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 23:13:09 +0000

Join us this season as we celebrate the artist in you! Along with all of our great craft projects we’re also adding art and design techniques. Candie Cooper and Katie Hacker will co-host. Candie concentrates on art techniques and Katie, a mom and home schooler, will feature craft ideas. Learn about the artistic concepts of texture, perspective and lines – and make really fun projects.

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