Advanced Beginner: Self-Drafted Classic Cardigan, Sundays, November 9th, 10am-2pm & 16th, 10am-2:30pm

Instructor: Lori Caldwell

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner*, ages 15 and up

Class Length: 2 Sessions, 8 1/2  hrs total

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The focus of this class is working with sweater knits and self-drafting a garment. In this class, students will be guided through how to take measurements, draft a pattern, cut, and construct your own cozy cardigan. 

We encourage sewists who are familiar with wovens to give this class a try! You’ll gain expert knowledge to work successfully with knits on a sewing machine and serger, and will walk away with a classic cardigan to wear for the upcoming cool weather. 

Be prepared - purchase your supplies online or in person before class begins! Class supplies are available for purchase at Modern Domestic. Please note that our store hours are Monday-Saturday, 10am-5pm. Class supplies cannot be purchased when our shop is closed. 

To purchase supplies in store, we recommend allowing at least 45 minutes to shop. Our store hours are Monday-Saturday, 10am-5pm. If purchasing materials online, purchase supplies at least two days in advance to allow for prepping. All class supplies purchased at Modern Domestic get a 10% discount - please inquire for the code. 

Supply List:

- 2- 2 1/2 yds light to mid-weight sweater knit or sweatshirt fleece

- One spool of Mettler Metrosene All-Purpose Polyester Thread (fabric matching is recommended)

- Four Maxi-lock Serger Cones (fabric matching is recommended)

- 1/4yd fusible knit interfacing

- Swedish Tracing Paper

- 80/12 Ball Point/Jersey Sewing Needle

- Five or Six 1 inch buttons

- One Coordinating Spool Wonderfil Perle Cotton Thread (for corded buttonhole)

*Make sure to pre-wash your fabric in advance of class. This prevents possible fabric shrinkage that could otherwise make your finished garment too small.

*Skill Level:  Advanced Beginner - You have a good handle on the basics and are ready to dip your toe into more challenging waters. You’re still fairly new to sewing from patterns and could use help with how to manipulate the pattern to get a better fit. You want to add some new skills to your repertoire (invisible zippers, setting-in sleeves, etc.) and want to have an option to use a serger for finishing techniques. Classes generally require homework.

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