May 9, 16 & 23 (3 part class) from 6 - 8:45pm

Level: All Levels Welcome

Come learn how to cut and sew a t-shirt, t-shirt dress, sweatshirt, or sweatshirt dress from start to finish. This course provides a foundation in working with cut-and-sew knits, whether sewing with a lockstitch or overlock machine. Find out about the differences between sewing with knits vs woven fabrics, and which threads and stitches to use.

:This high-energy course is a hands-on, sew-along approach to learning how to work with cut-and-sew knits. The first day contains the step-by-step tutorials for tracing and cutting a t-shirt, t-shirt dress, sweatshirt, or sweatshirt dress. The second day contains the step-by-step tutorials for sewing and finishing your garment. Apparel patterns and most materials are not included. A limited number of machines and hand-sewing kits are provided, but you are also welcome to bring your own. A limited supply of notions are available as well (thread, buttons, zippers).

At the end of the course, you will take home a t-shirt, t-shirt dress, sweatshirt, or sweatshirt dress. Everyone will leave with the knowledge of how to complete their project at home if they do not finish their project during during their time in class.

Materials List:

• Sewing Pattern of your choice.  Visit weftschoolltd.com/shop for recommended patterns.  Some patterns will be available for purchase at class. 
• Cut-and-sew knit fabric (jersey, interlock, sweatshirt fleece, rib knit), rib knit is highly recommended for finishing the neckline
• thread (all purpose and/or wooly nylon if you are using a serger). 
• See pattern for additional materials.

Questions? You can contact Caitlin at 540-1971 or at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Her website: https://www.weftschoolltd.com

Class fee: $120 per person for all 3 sessions; sign up with a friend and get 20% off.

You can register at: 

https://www.weftschoolltd.com/shop

or pay on the day by cash or credit card. Note that credit card will charge a service fee.

Teacher biography:

Caitlin is a fashion and textile educator and designer, with a Masters of Textiles from NC State University.