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"Bloomers!"

Not just your grandmothers underwear!

3 hour class - $35 (including $5 materials fee)

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A great start for boxers! Bloomers have experienced a recent return to popularity both as fashion and functional layer, fun to wear for day or night, at summer festivals, a swim suit cover-up or under a skirt while you're riding your bike. Make a short pair for under a flirty sundress or a long pair for hanging out in the garden.

This class is perfect for a beginner or intermediate seamster who wants to learn to make pants, boxer shorts or costume basics. Bloomers will feature either elastic or drawstring waistband in a fold over casing, an optional applied casing to install ruffle as well as a review of ideas and techniques for applying basic ruffled or pleated embellishments. We will have multiple patterns on had for you to copy, use and take home.

Yardage estimates:

Short bloomers, top of thigh- 1 yard 45"-60" wide fabric*
knee length bloomers- 1 1/2 yard 45"- 60" wide*
calf or ankle length bloomers- 2 yards 45"- 60" wide fabric*

optional 1" wide single fold bias tape for applied casing- 1-2 packs, dependent on bloomer fullness.

* if you would like have a bloomer with more fullness or details such as ruffles make sure to purchase an additional 1/2 to 1 yard of fabric.

Please arrive to class with your fabric pre-shrunk!

It is important to pre-shrink your fabric FIRST so your project will maintain it's size after laundering.

The rule of thumb is to pretreat the fabric in the fashion you would launder the garment. EX: dry clean silk for a dress you intend to dry clean

Bloomers!

3 hour class
3 hours - $35

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	Cupcake Petticoat Learn how to draft and construct a Cupcake Petticoat Make a knee length, bell-shaped petticoat with a triple ruffled underskirt, and two full double tiered outer skirts to give great poof under full skirts, or to be worn alone! This petticoat will supply serious poof! In this class we will teach you common methods of attaching a ruffle to create a tier, as well as how to set in a waistband with a fold over casing.
	DIY Hems and Alterations Be sure to bring a few garments you would like to alter. Want your pants to fit? By learning a few simple alterations you can open up the world of garment reuse! Bring in some basic alterations and thrift store finds and leave with fitted clothes plus skills and ideas to inspire!
	Knit Skirt Versatile and quick, you will leave with skirt and pattern. We provide the pattern graded to 4 sizes and you will have the opportunity to trace and alter the pattern before cutting your fabric. This is a fast and easy project that you will be able to repeat.
	Messenger Bags Perfect for a beginner this fully lined messenger bag comes complete with 3 section patch pocket and button closure. This is a fast and easy project that you will be able to repeat after the class and is perfect for anyone interested in learning how to make bags and accessories. We will show you how to repurpose a belt into a self-adjusting bag strap as well!
	Swimsuit! Sewing swimwear can be fun and easy with a little help from our master instructors. Make a tankini, bikini or one piece (leotard), you will learn to alter an existing pattern into your own unique swimsuit and have a pattern to take with you! Learn different styles, get an introduction to working with patterns, using a serger, creating a fold over casing in knits and applying elastic.
	Triple Zipper Learn to sew a Lapped, Fly Front and Invisible zipper in one evening! In a combination of demonstrations and sample sewing you will review the steps required for intimidating, yet basic zipper applications. With the guidance of our instructors the multiple step process will be demystified! You will leave class with sewn samples and detailed instructions for all three zipper techniques.
	Underwear Made from new or recycled fabrics; refashion your fave tee! Fast and fun to make as well as a great way to learn to sew with knits. - Made from an old t-shirt or the newest high tech sport fabric these are sure to be a unique and fun addition to your wardrobe. We will help you create a pattern to take home with you and re-use for years to come.

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1412 SE Stark Street, Portland, OR. Phone: 503-616-4691

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