Class, Sid Bomber Jacket, May 2027
Style Arc Sid Bomber Jacket
Dates: May 19 & May 26
Time: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Ready to add a stylish, layer-friendly jacket to your handmade wardrobe? The Style Arc Sid Bomber Jacket is a cool, contemporary pattern that effortlessly combines sportiness with everyday polish. Designed for comfortable fabrics, this classic bomber features a relaxed fit, raglan sleeves, traditional ribbing details at the collar, cuffs, and hem, and a front zipper closure. It’s the perfect transition layer for spring into summer!
Join Irene for this two-part hands-on workshop and learn the ins and outs of outerwear construction. You’ll be guided through every stage of the project—from choosing the ideal fabric and ribbing to installing an exposed front zipper and finishing raw edges cleanly. Whether you want a lightweight casual jacket or a cozy everyday layer, you’ll leave with a professionally finished garment tailored to fit you perfectly.
What You'll Learn
- Reading and interpreting Style Arc pattern instructions and sizing
- Selecting suitable knit fabrics, matching ribbing, and interfacing options
- Accurately cutting and stabilizing jacket pieces
- Constructing raglan sleeves and assembling jacket body seams
- Working with ribbing to attach professional collar band, cuffs, and hemband
- Step-by-step techniques for sewing a smooth, puckering-free front zipper in knits
- Adding functional welt or seam pockets (depending on your chosen view)
- Achieving clean interior seam finishes using a sewing machine or serger
Skill Level
Intermediate
Instructor
Irene
Class Requirements
- Style Arc Sid Knit Bomber Jacket pattern – included in class fee
- Fabric, ribbing, fusible interfacing, and zipper as listed on the pattern envelope (Please preshrink your fabric prior to the first session: machine wash and dry washable fabrics)
- Sewing machine in good working order (with foot control, power cord, and manual)
- Serger (optional, but welcome if you own one in good working order)
- Zipper foot for your sewing machine
- Fabric shears and thread snips
- Fine glass-head pins or sewing clips (Wonder Clips work great for thick layers)
- Measuring tape and sewing gauge
- Fabric marking pen or tailors chalk
- Seam ripper
- Matching quality polyester thread
About This Class
The Sid Bomber Jacket by Style Arc is an ideal project for sewers looking to elevate their garment-making skills beyond basic tops and dresses. Combining knit construction with structured outerwear features like zippers and ribbing bands, this class offers a comprehensive deep-dive into garment finishing. Over two 6-hour sessions, Irene will share industry tips to help you conquer zip installation in stretchy fabrics without distortion. Walk away with a chic, comfortable bomber jacket and new skills you can apply to all your future outerwear projects.
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!
