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Copy a Basic T-shirt with Annika

  • Bolt Fabric Boutique 2904 Northeast Alberta Street Portland, OR, 97211 United States (map)

Two Thursdays
April 2nd and 9th
5:30pm to 8:30pm
$125
Level 3

This class assumes you are comfortable with a sewing machine and understand how to use a commercial apparel pattern.

In this class Annika with teach you how to create a pattern from an existing T-shirt, without damaging the original. Choose a well fitting basic T-shirt from your wardrobe, and create many more in any color or fabric design you want to wear it in.

This class is a basic introduction to copying patterns from existing garments. We will discuss how to work with elastic jersey and how to sew it. If time allows projects can be started but it's assumed that the sewing will be completed at home.

This class is the precursor to the Modify a Basic T-shirt class that starts April 23rd.

    • Use and operation of a sewing machine

    • Use of a commercial pattern

    • Confidence with beginner apparel projects

    • Deeper understanding of pattern mechanics

    • Creating a pattern from an existing garment without damaging the garment

  • All supplies for creating a pattern will be provided.

Taught by Annika Schindler

Ages 18 and up.

Our classroom is on the second floor and is currently only accessible by stairs. We are working on a solution to make our space accessible to everyone. Thanks for your understanding and patience while we work this out. You may e-mail us at
classes@boltfabricboutique.com if you have any questions about this process.

Our cancellation policy can be found
here.

This class requires a minimum of 3 participants. The class may be subject to cancellation if the minimum enrollment is not achieved.

Earlier Event: March 29
Sew the Merchant and Mills Bucket Hat