Come learn and practice basic garment sewing skills with Frances Richardson as you make an A-line skirt using the Reed or A-Frame skirt pattern. Both patterns include options for varied lengths and pockets.

This class will proceed at a slow pace with a small number of students, allowing beginner sewists ample instruction and support.

**Subsequent session schedule will be agreed on during first class

Skills Needed:

Interest in working with fabric and sewing garments

What you’ll learn:

• How to work with a commercial sewing pattern

• Proper material handling and tool use

• Basic machine sewing techniques

Preparation:

• Purchase either the Reed Skirt (by Grainline Studio) or A-Frame (by Blue Prints) pattern, fabric, thread, and elastic — available at Make It Sew with 10% class discount.

• Advice on fabric choice is available at Make It Sew

• Fabric should be washed and ironed before class
  

Instructor Bio:

Frances Richardson is a retired schoolteacher and textile conservator. She enjoys many fiber arts including weaving and knitting in addition to sewing.

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