December Class Schedule

Hi All! This month I've decided to hold classes for the first two weeks of the month only. If you're looking for a break from the holiday rush, come on in and sign up for a class! I would love to meet you and see your wonderful face in any of the classes listed below!

The Knit T-shirt! – 2 hrs, 2 class sessions

Class Dates & Times: December 1 @ 10am – 1pm & December 8 @ 10am - 12pm

Skill Level:Beginner – Intermediate

This class is all about conquering the knit! If you’re looking for a crash starter course on knitwear – this is the class for you! Knits are wonderful fabrics to work with and not scary at all. We’ll discuss and learn the pros of working with knits, how to handle them, how to sew them and how forgiving they are when it comes to fit. In addition, we’ll work together to sew the perfect knit t-shirt all on a basic sewing machine. Knits are fun – come and learn just how fun they can be!

Instructor: Sunni

Cost: $85

Materials to bring:Sewaholic Renfrew T-shirt pattern (available at Yellow Bird); enough fabric for one of the versions of the t-shirt (please note that you can mix and match any of the sleeve lengths with the neckline versions – you pick the t-shirt you would like to make!); thread to match; stay tapes included.

Fitting Pants – 2hrs, 2 class sessions

Class Dates & Times: December 4 & 11 @ 4pm  - 6pm

Skill Level:Intermediate

This class will take place during two separate class sessions. This class will help take the mystery out of fitting pants for your body. Together we’ll take a basic pants fitting shell and learn the ins and outs of how to get a perfectly fitting pair of pants. We’ll learn about taking proper measurements and picking the right pattern size for your body, constructing a muslin, what to look for and how to fix fitting enigmas. Each participant will be supplied with tips and tricks and resources for how to get great fit on any pair of pants.

Instructor: Sunni

Cost: $100

Materials to purchase or bring from your stash: Vogue fitting shell 1003 or a pants sewing pattern of your choice (please bring the size that corresponds with your hip measurement; please take hip measurement over underwear at widest point along hipline; if in between sizes, please choose the larger size), 2.5 – 3 yards muslin

Demystifying Fit – 2 hrs, 1 class session

Class Dates & Times: December 5 @ 4pm – 6pm

Skill Level:Advanced Beginner – Intermediate

Do you wonder why sewing patterns don’t fit you right out of the envelope? In this class we’ll discuss fit on all scales, why patterns rarely fit anyone right out of the envelope and what you can do to achieve perfect fit. We’ll talk about measuring yourself correctly, pattern sizing vs. ready to wear sizing and pattern ease. You’ll learn 4 basic adjustments and alterations that can be mixed and matched to help you get the perfect fit!

Instructor: Sunni

Cost: $50

Materials to bring:A notebook for taking notes and a sewing pattern you don't mind slashing and spreading.

Interested in taking any of these classes? Be sure to contact any of us at Yellow Bird Fabrics. We are available by phone, email or pop into the shop. Please note that all students receive a 20% discount off total purchase for anything in the shop the day of the class. Class fee excluded.