Join us for a two-week workshop, Tuesdays, May 7 & 14, 5-8 pm, where you'll make a project using 1-1/2 yards of fabric and a sewing machine. The projects is a pair of lounge shorts with combined elastic/drawstring waist. You will learn:
- How to read a pattern and pattern instructions
- Choosing and preparing fabric
- Learning about fabric grainline and pattern layout
- Cutting out the pattern
- Review of stitches, seams, seam allowances and seam finishes
Basic familiarity with use of a sewing machine is required, such as what you can learn in our Intro to Sewing class. Details of what to bring to class will be provided after you sign up.
Fabric, supplies, and equipment required for this project:
- One and one-half (1-1/2) yards of cotton/cotton blend woven fabric. Local sources: Joann Fabrics, Marden's, Walmart.
- A working sewing machine – you may bring your own, but we also have machines available for use.
- Basic sewing tools – cutting shears, pins, marking chalk, pencil or pen, seam ripper. You may bring your own, but we also have these tools for your use.
About the instructor:
Michelle Kruegar, originally from Massachusetts, has lived in Maine since 2015. She studied Fashion Design in high school, and has a degree in Retail Fashion from Becker College. While working in the medical and retail industries, she maintained sewing and crocheting as both a hobby and a part-time business. Michelle continually improves her skills by challenging herself with new patterns and projects. After making her daughter’s wedding dress, she wants to expand into formal wear and costuming, including both clothing and accessories.
