Hey everyone, here is a little tutorial on how to sew chimney plackets. Enjoy!
Thursday, March 28, 2013
New Fabrics
I made more box blouses out of some of these new fabrics.
Rayon knit 60" wide $9.95
Ponte de roma knit 60" wide $9.95
Rayon challis 60" wide $9.95
Monday, March 18, 2013
April Class Schedule
The April Class schedule is up early this month! Sign up soon for best dibs on classes. Please note that signing up early is encouraged as class sizes are limited. See you this April for some awesome sewing!
The A-line Skirt Workshop – 4 sessions, $175
Dates & Times: April 2, 9, 16, 23 @ 5pm - 7pm
Skill Level: Beginner
This is a series of four classes in which we’ll go from drafting an a-line skirt pattern made to your measurements to constructing a truly fabulous skirt to last you for years to come. This set of classes will give you the skills required to make this easy and quick timeless classic at home! Especially for Beginners, but you are welcome to join if you are a more advanced sewist.
Materials to bring: 1.75 yards 60” wide fashion fabric or 2 yards 45” wide fashion fabric prewashed and ready to cut; matching thread; 2 yards lining; matching 14 “– 16”invisible or traditional zipper. It’s highly recommended that you bring your own sewing machine for this class. Rare materials will be on hand to purchase if needed.
The Perfect Pencil Skirt Workshop Series – 4 sessions, $175
Dates & Times: April 4, 11, 18, 25 @ 5pm - 7pm
Skill Level: Intermediate
Demystifying Fit – 2 hrs, 1 class session, $50
Class Dates & Times: April 3 @ 5pm – 7pm
Change Your Favorite Sewing Pattern - 4 hrs, 2 class sessions, $85
Copy Your Favorite Garment – 2hrs, 1 class session, $50
The Knit T-shirt! – 4 hrs, 2 class sessions, $85
the Zipper Masterclass – 2 hrs, 1 class session, $50
Dates & Times: April 2, 9, 16, 23 @ 5pm - 7pm
Skill Level: Beginner
This is a series of four classes in which we’ll go from drafting an a-line skirt pattern made to your measurements to constructing a truly fabulous skirt to last you for years to come. This set of classes will give you the skills required to make this easy and quick timeless classic at home! Especially for Beginners, but you are welcome to join if you are a more advanced sewist.
Materials to bring: 1.75 yards 60” wide fashion fabric or 2 yards 45” wide fashion fabric prewashed and ready to cut; matching thread; 2 yards lining; matching 14 “– 16”invisible or traditional zipper. It’s highly recommended that you bring your own sewing machine for this class. Rare materials will be on hand to purchase if needed.
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Dates & Times: April 4, 11, 18, 25 @ 5pm - 7pm
Skill Level: Intermediate
This is a series of four classes in which we’ll go from drafting a pencil skirt sloper made to your measurements, to drafting a stylish pencil skirt pattern, and finally constructing a truly fabulous skirt to last you for years to come. This series will give you the skills required to make endless pencil skirts at home! Please note that these classes are fashioned for intermediate sewists.
Materials to purchase or bring from your stash: 2 yards muslin, 1 - 1.5 yards 60” wide fashion fabric or 2 yards 45” wide fashion fabric prewashed and ready to cut; matching thread; 2 yards lining; matching 14 “– 16”invisible or traditional zipper. It’s highly recommended that you bring your own sewing machine for this class. Rare materials will be on hand to purchase if needed. ..............................................................................
Class Dates & Times: April 3 @ 5pm – 7pm
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 great fit. We’ll talk about measuring yourself correctly, pattern sizing vs. ready to wear sizing and pattern ease. You’ll learn basic adjustments and alterations that can be mixed and matched to help you get wonderful fit!
Materials to bring:A notebook for taking notes..............................................................................
Class Dates & Times: April 17 & 24 @ 5pm - 7pm
Skill Level: Intermediate
In this class you'll learn how to take a basic pattern, or any pattern and add new design elements or change the ones that are already established in the pattern. You'll learn how to move or rotate a dart, how to create princess seams in a garment, add gathers or pleats, create pockets, create a fly front and other design elements so that you can use the same sewing pattern to create several different looks. Open the door to creating your own fresh designs from the sewing patterns you already have!
Materials to bring: A notebook for taking notes; drafting materials and resources will be provided. ..............................................................................
Class Dates & Times: April 10 @ 5pm – 7pm
Skill Level:Intermediate
Do you have clothing in your closet that fits you perfectly? Are you dying to have 20 of that same garment because you love the fit or style? This class is all about how to do what’s referred to as a “rub-off” – taking a pre-existing garment and creating a paper pattern from it, all without harming the original garment. In this lecture style class you’ll learn techniques for how to create a paper pattern from your favorite garment. We’ll discuss construction order, how to add in elements like darts and gathers and ideas for creating different garments from one pattern. Please note that this class is geared towards intermediate sewists and is not for beginners!
Materials to bring:A notebook for taking notes
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Class Dates & Times: April 20 & 27 @ 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!
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 in class fee.
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 in class fee.
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Class Dates & Times: April 30 @ 5pm - 7pm
Skill Level: Beginner – Intermediate
This class is fully dedicated to zippers! In this class, we’ll learn about picking the best zipper type and insertion method, how to produce beautiful results for whatever type of insertion method you choose and how to handle and stabilize a zipper to last and give strength to a garment. You'll learn how to insert a centered zipper, lapped zipper and invisible zipper.
Materials to purchase or bring from your stash: ½ yard woven fabric, Two 7-inch traditional style zippers, One 7-inch invisible zipper ..............................................................................
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.
Friday, March 8, 2013
New Arrivals
Cotton lace 54" wide $14.95
Spring is Here!
...In the form of cotton rib knits
60" wide $9.95
...and silk dupioni
45" wide $19.95 and 54" wide $24.95
These colors will surely brighten your day and your wardrobe!
Some Classroom Business
Hello Everyone! As the sewing classes here at Yellow Bird Fabrics are becoming increasingly more popular (yay!) I just wanted to mention a few items of business to be aware of.
Please sign up for the classes before attending - It just so happens that if no one signs up for a class beforehand, the teacher will not be showing up to teach class! Please be aware that class sizes are limited as well and so it really is important that you sign up for classes before attending to make sure that we have room to accommodate you. Contact us to sign up! You can even sign up the day of the class, so don't let that stop you!
Please be on time - From now on classes will be starting promptly at the time indicated on the class schedule. If you're not here, we will start without you. Additionally, be aware that some of the classes start right when Yellow Bird Fabrics closes for the evening - the doors will be locked and many times we can't hear anyone knocking on the doors from downstairs.
Want to shop? Come early! - Everyone in the class receives a 20% discount on all shop goods the night of the class. Please come early to shop and get your goodies.
Please put your cell phones on silent - Cell phone calls are very disruptive and disrespectful in class and not only that, you are here to enjoy yourself and learn something new away from the cares of your daily life!
Thanks so much everyone! I want to add that everyone is so supportive and encouraging and its so wonderful to meet new faces! If it weren't for you all, it wouldn't be as fabulous and exciting to sew!
Please sign up for the classes before attending - It just so happens that if no one signs up for a class beforehand, the teacher will not be showing up to teach class! Please be aware that class sizes are limited as well and so it really is important that you sign up for classes before attending to make sure that we have room to accommodate you. Contact us to sign up! You can even sign up the day of the class, so don't let that stop you!
Please be on time - From now on classes will be starting promptly at the time indicated on the class schedule. If you're not here, we will start without you. Additionally, be aware that some of the classes start right when Yellow Bird Fabrics closes for the evening - the doors will be locked and many times we can't hear anyone knocking on the doors from downstairs.
Want to shop? Come early! - Everyone in the class receives a 20% discount on all shop goods the night of the class. Please come early to shop and get your goodies.
Please put your cell phones on silent - Cell phone calls are very disruptive and disrespectful in class and not only that, you are here to enjoy yourself and learn something new away from the cares of your daily life!
Thanks so much everyone! I want to add that everyone is so supportive and encouraging and its so wonderful to meet new faces! If it weren't for you all, it wouldn't be as fabulous and exciting to sew!
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