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Jeans Sewing Series | Intermediate

Jeans Sewing Series | Intermediate

$150.00 USD
$150.00 USD
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This class series is for intermediate sewists looking to sew a pair of jeans. This class will empower you to feel more comfortable sewing with heavier fabric, installing zippers, and using your machine to make clothes that you love .

This course is designed for sewists with prior experience, who are ready for a challenge! Participants should have a basic understanding of garment construction before enrolling.

 

Over the course of five weeks, you will learn how to make the:

Worship Jeans (sizes DD 0-20 and JJ 16-34) from Daughter Judy Patterns (women's pattern)

  • This pattern has two size ranges, please use the size chart linked here to select a size. You will choose a size range when checking out to help us with printing.

OR

Quadra Jeans (waist size 26"-50") from Thread Theory (men's pattern)

If your hip size falls outside of the size range, please reach out via email (rissewn@gmail.com). We will provide a pattern will better meet your needs.

 

 This is a THREE WEEK course held on Mondays in November and December (Nov.  23rd, 30th & Dec. 7th) from 5:30pm-7:30pm.

You should already know how to:

    • Thread your sewing machine.
    • Change your stitch settings.
    • Wind a bobbin.
    • Sew a garment using a sewing pattern.
    • Confidently use a sewing machine.

    You will learn how to:

    • Sew a zip fly.
    • Attach a waistband.
    • Add belt loops.
    • Sew a buttonhole.
    • Sew with heavier fabric.

    Materials Required:

    • 1.5-3 yds 60" wide heavy weight (10-15oz) non-stretch denim -refer to pattern (linked above) for the size chart and fabric requirement
    • .5 yards of fabric for pocket bag (quilting cotton, or pocketing fabric)
    • Coordinating thread
    • Top Stitching thread
    • 6-10 inch metal jeans zipper

    We will provide:

    • rivets
    • jeans button
    • interfacing

    Fabric and notions (unless stated) are not included in the cost of the workshop.

    If you need help picking out fabrics, you can visit Pirillo Textiles ahead of the class and get fabric recommendations from Adam. If ordering online, it is recommended to order fabric two weeks before class.

    Please pre-wash  your fabric before the workshop.

    Your paper pattern needs to be picked up and cut before the first class. 

    Your fabric should also be cut before class to maximize your time. 

     

    Location: Class will be located at Pirillo Textiles.

    (3800 Merle Hay Rd Suite 912, Des Moines, IA- inside of Merle Hay Mall. Use entrance near Flix Brewhouse)

     

    Cancellations must occur at least TWO FULL WEEKS before the class for a refund to be given.

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