SEWING STRETCH FABRICS!
This class reveals the secrets you need to know to sew stretch knit fabrics like Spandex and Lycra. In 6 weeks you'll learn how to make form fitting, body hugging clothing.
INSTRUCTOR BIO:
Tenneh Wilkins is a women’s wear fashion designer who utilizes fashion to pay homage to world culture. She received a Master of Fine Arts in Fashion Design from the Academy of Art University. Since then, she has worked as a Designer and Technical Designer in the fashion industry. Ms. Wilkins is currently the Head Designer and Seamstress for her own company House of Rubi.
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This class is great for those with some sewing experience but have never sewed stretch fabrics
SKILLS & TECHNIQUES:
Learn about stretch fabrics and notions needed
Learn to measure your body properly
Learn to read and custom fit a commercial dress pattern
Learn to prepare fabric for layout cutting and marking
Learn construction techniques specific to stretch knits
Learn proper finishing techniques
Course duration: 6 week class/ 2.25 hrs each day (ONE time per week )
Thursday 7:15pm - 9:30pm
Cost: $295
Upcoming 2013 Start Dates:
Sept 19th or Nov 7th (classes start every 6 weeks)
Fabric and Supplies: Students should bring stretch cotton Lycra or Spandex fabric (3yds), ballpoint sewing machine needles, measuring tape, fabric scissors, paper cutting scissors, matching thread, pins, a seam ripper, #15 bobbin
Prerequisite: Some sewing machine experience. Or, register first for "1 hr. Basic Sewing Machine Operation", "2hr Sew Simple Workshop" or "4hr Learn to Sew in A Day"
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Esaie Couture Design School
1515 Church Ave, Lower Level
(enter through side entrance on E 16th St)
Brooklyn NY 11226
347-819-9773
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