In this 3-week Confident Beginner course, you’ll sew Kids Overalls from start to finish. Perfect for sewists who have completed a beginner course or feel confident with basic seam construction, this class will guide you through beginner Garment Making Techniques in a supportive, small-group setting. 🧵 What You’ll Learn How to trace and cut a paper pattern accurately Proper fabric layout and precise cutting techniques Sewing Facings Patch Pockets Basic Hem Button Holes By the end of the course, you’ll have a custom Kids Overalls! 📍 Course Details Course Length: 3 weeks (2.5 hours per week) Skill Level: Confident Beginner (comfortable with sewing straight and curved seams and following seam allowances) Location: Sew It Goes Studio – 20 Kitchener Ave, London, ON Class Size: 5 students max 🗓 Schedule Evenings 3wk course: Wednesdays – Aug 5, 12, 19th Time: 10am - 12:30pm 🧵 Materials If you selected BRING YOUR OWN MATERIALS - Students are responsible for bringing: Cotton, linen, poplin woven fabric (no stretch & Light to medium weight) SIZE: 3M - 12M 45"wide fabric: 1.25 M 58" wide fabric: 1 M SIZE: 18M - 5T 45"wide fabric: 1.75 M 58" wide fabric: 1.5 M SIZE: 6T - 8 45"wide fabric: 2 M 58" wide fabric: 1.75 M SIZE: 9-12 45"wide fabric: 2.25 M 58" wide fabric: 2 M Tip: Don't choose any fabric that is too light weight or too thick. Look at a cotton broad cloth for thickness reference. Matching thread Two Buttons (1/2" - 1") Before the first class: Machine wash and dry fabric on hot settings Obtain measurements and decide on Overall Size We provide: Pattern Interfacing Use of studio sewing machines and tools Extra thread If you selected “Materials Included” when signing up, we’ll have everything prepared and ready for you when you arrive. ✂️ Recommended for Home Sewing We don't expect much home sewing for this project but if you need to catch up we recommend having Fabric scissors, pins, chalk, and access to a sewing machine. If you don’t have equipment at home, we offer a sewing membership at Sew It Goes Studio that gives you access to studio machines and light instructor guidance during designated hours. 📚 What to Expect Each Week Before Week 1 Wash and dry fabric Choose your size Week 1: Cutting, Prepping, Prepping Pockets In Class: Trace and cut paper pattern pieces Cut fabric for front/back, Pockets, & Facings Assemble Pockets At Home: Complete any unfinished cutting or sewing Week 2: Fronts, Backs, Pockets & Facings In Class: Assemble Front & Back Apply Pockets Sew on Facings Under Stitch facings Assemble Side seams and Crotch seam At Home: Complete any unfinished sewing Week 3: Pockets & Gathers Top stitch Neckline Hem Apply Button Holes & Buttons Missed Classes & Makeup Policy We understand that life happens. Makeup sessions are not included in your course package, However, you can makeup missed time in our Membership nights (Saturday or Sunday evenings). If you’d like the option for additional sewing time and assistance we encourage you to explore our Sewing Club membership for extended studio access.
