Class, Cielo Top Dress, May 2027
Cielo Top & Dress by Closet Core Patterns
Dates: May 5 & May 12
Time: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Looking for a modern, relaxed garment that balances casual comfort with effortless style? The Closet Core Cielo Top & Dress is a customizable wardrobe staple you'll reach for again and again. Featuring boxy, dramatic proportions and clean lines, this versatile pattern can be made as a simple, breezy top or converted into an easy-to-wear dress. Choose between sleek shoulder inserts, classic short sleeves, or a dramatic lantern sleeve that turns a simple silhouette into a bold statement piece.
Join Irene for this two-session class and build your confidence with woven garment construction. You'll receive step-by-step guidance on pattern reading, fitting, and structural techniques—including sewing the unique front pocket details featured on the dress version. Whether you’re expanding your handmade wardrobe or building new garment skills, you’ll leave with a beautifully finished piece tailored to your personal style.
What You'll Learn
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Reading and interpreting Closet Core pattern instructions and size charts
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Selecting the correct size and making simple adjustments for a custom fit
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Cutting and preparing light-to-medium weight woven fabrics accurately
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Sewing structural elements, shoulder inserts, and clean necklines
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Constructing and setting sleeves, including assembling statement lantern sleeves
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Stitching and placing functional front dress pockets
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Achieving crisp, professional edge-finishing and hem techniques
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Tips for working with woven fabrics like linen, rayon, cotton, or chambray
Skill Level
Confident Beginner to Intermediate
Instructor
Irene
Class Requirements
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Closet Core Cielo Top & Dress pattern – included in class fee
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Fabric and notions as listed on the pattern envelope (Please preshrink your fabric prior to the first session: machine wash and dry washable fabrics; steam press dry-cleanable fabrics)
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Sewing machine in good working order (with foot control, power cord, and manual)
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Fabric shears and thread snips
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Fine glass-head pins and a pincushion or magnetic pin bowl
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Measuring tape and sewing gauge
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Fabric marking pen or tailors chalk
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Seam ripper
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Matching thread
About This Class
The Cielo Top & Dress by Closet Core Patterns is an accessible, modern design that serves as a fantastic foundation for woven garment sewing. Its boxy silhouette is relaxed and comfortable, while elements like the lantern sleeve and structural pockets add elevated detail. Throughout this two-part workshop, you’ll learn fundamental garment construction and fitting principles that will elevate your sewing projects. Walk away with a chic, custom-fit top or dress and the techniques needed to sew woven garments with confidence.
Please refrain from wearing perfume on the day of class.
Class Policies
Please read and understand the following before registering for a class - thanks!
General:
- Class fees must be paid in full at the time of registration to reserve your spot. Space is reserved on first-come first-serve basis.
- Supply lists are available online for the classes. Go to shop.amongbrendasquilts.com and search for your class under ‘classes’. Most classes also have sample quilts, bags or garments displayed in the shop.
- Class fees are for instruction only and do not include materials for class, unless otherwise stated.
- Most classes have a pattern, book, or specialized tool requirement. These will be noted on the supply list. Each student must have a LEGAL copy of the pattern or book.
- Some courses are all inclusive (e.g., class materials are bundled in the price). If you already possess some or all of the required materials, a store credit/gift certificate will be issued.
- Students are required to bring; 1) a sewing machine in good working order, 2) machine accessories, & 3) basic sewing supplies to each class; unless otherwise stated. You should be familiar with the operation of your machine before class, please bring your manual if in doubt.
- We are more than happy to help you in your selection of class materials, but please do so prior to class.
- Some classes require a small amount of homework prior to the class. Please arrive prepared so that you can start on the fun part right away!
- Class will start on time, so please arrive at least 15 minutes early and be set up and ready to go.
- If you bring your cell phone to class please be considerate of others and put it on vibrate/silent prior to class. Please refrain from wearing perfumes, as some people have allergic reactions to scents. Also, if you bring a drink, please use a container with a lid.
- If there is nothing scheduled in our classroom after your class ends, please feel free to stay and use the space to continue working on your project until the shop closes.
- Please refrain from using perfumed products the day of class.
Cancellations:
- Most classes have a minimum enrolment (usually 3 students). If the class is cancelled due to low enrolment, you will be notified and all course fees will be returned in full (your choice of a refund or store credit).
- If you can't attend a course, please cancel at least one week in advance. A store credit will be issued ONLY if you cancel at least seven (7) days before the course. Cancellations within a week of the course will NOT receive a store credit, though you may send a friend in your place.
- Workshops and other classes may be partially or fully non-refundable and/or require much more notice of cancellation before a credit is issued.
Please verify that any class you wish to enroll in meets your schedule and that you're OK with the cancellation policy before enrolling.
Thanks!
