We will cover things like:
🪡 How to use a serger
🪡 Clean finishing techniques
🪡 Taking measurements
🪡 How to work with a pattern
🪡 Proper pinning and cutting techniques
🪡 Inserting Elastic
🪡 How to construct a pair of shorts
Prerequisites:
🤸♀️ This class requires recent sewing machine experience — this is not a learn-to-sew class. Learn more about prerecs and if this is the right class for you.
👉Note: This class is for adults. If you're interested in classes for kids or teens, email me to inquire!
What is Included:
📃 Bow Boxer Shorts PDF Pattern from Matchy Matchy ($12 value! )
🛠️ Use of sewing machines, sergers and basic studio tools
⏰ 6 hours for guided workshop time.
💃 Live demo and instructions and demonstrations
👉Note: This does not include materials or pattern printing. Materials can be purchased separately or brought from home .
What do you need to bring?
📃Printed version of the pattern. If you print at home pieces must be taped together prior to class. Alternatively you can opt to have the pattern printed on large paper and waiting for you at the studio for class. Simply add on at check out.
🧵These shorts are designed for flowy, relaxed woven fabrics that enhance its loose and comfortable silhouette. Choose fabrics with movement and softness for the best results. The amount of each item will depend on the the size you make- find this info on the chart below.
100% cotton or linen woven fabric (mid/light weight voile, lawn, poplin, chambray, or other shirtings with drape) NO STRETCH, NO SYNTHETICS.
100% Polyester thread in matching color
Elastic trim 1.5” (37 mm) wide
👉Note: If the materials brought by the student are not appropriate for the project or they forget them, students maybe able to purchase fabric and trim at the time of class.
📍Home Ec NYC
44-02 23rd st #315
Long Island City, NY
11101
Have some general workshop related questions?! Check out the [FAQs].
📸 Photos and some class information is provided by Matchy Matchy.