Class, T Shirt, April 2027
T-Shirt, Long Sleeve & Knit Dress
Date: April 14
Time: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
The t-shirt has become an essential part of nearly everyone's wardrobe, and everyone has their own idea of the perfect style. Once you achieve a fit you love, it's easy to sew multiple versions in different colours and prints to build a wardrobe of comfortable, custom-made garments.
For this class, you'll have a choice of two versatile patterns: the Style Arc Ellis T, a modern boxy-cut t-shirt perfect for everyday wear, or the Style Arc Blanche Knit Dress, a comfortable and stylish dress that can take you from morning to night without having to think about coordinating separates.
Join Irene as she guides you through the process of fitting and sewing knit garments. This class is an excellent choice for beginners and intermediate sewists looking to gain confidence working with knit fabrics. You'll learn essential techniques for handling knits, achieving beautiful seams, and creating a garment you'll be proud to wear.
What You'll Learn
- Selecting the appropriate size and making simple fit adjustments
- Understanding knit fabric characteristics and choosing suitable fabrics
- Preparing and cutting knit fabrics accurately
- Techniques for sewing knit fabrics with a sewing machine or serger
- Constructing a t-shirt or knit dress with professional-looking results
- Attaching sleeves and working with different sleeve lengths
- Creating smooth necklines and finishing techniques
- Preventing stretching and distortion while sewing knits
- Tips for achieving a comfortable fit and polished final garment
Skill Level
Beginner to Intermediate
Instructor
Irene
Class Requirements
- Style Arc Ellis T or Style Arc Blanche Knit Dress pattern - included in class fee
- Fabric and notions as listed on the pattern envelope
- A sewing machine (and serger, if you own one) in good working order
- Good quality pins (longer ones with glass heads are the easiest to handle) in a container that allows for easy access or in a pincushion
- Sharp cutting shears
- Small scissors or snips for thread
- Measuring tape
- Sewing gauge or small ruler
- Hand-sewing needles
- Marking pencils or chalk that will work with the fabric you are using for your class project
- Seam ripper
- Any specialty items needed for a particular class
- For garment classes please preshrink your fabric. Washable fabrics need to be washed and dried. Dry cleanable fabrics should be thoroughly steamed and pressed.
About This Class
Whether you choose the modern, relaxed fit of the Style Arc Ellis T or the effortless versatility of the Style Arc Blanche Knit Dress, this class will help you build confidence sewing with knit fabrics. Once you've established a fit you love, these patterns can become wardrobe staples that you'll sew again and again in different fabrics and colours. Along the way, you'll learn valuable knit sewing techniques that can be applied to countless future garment projects. If you've been wanting to master sewing with knits or simply create comfortable handmade clothing you'll actually wear, this is the perfect class to get started.
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!
