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Sew the True Bias Marlo Sweater

  • Bolt Fabric Boutique 4928 B Northeast 29th Avenue Portland, OR, 97211 United States (map)

Two Thursdays
January 22nd and 29th
6:00pm - 8:00pm
$85
Level 2


Build confidence working with knits while sewing a simple, comfortable button front cardigan! The Marlo Sweater is oversized with dropped shoulders, a v-neck, and wide bands with space for large buttons.

It comes in two lengths. Students can choose their preferred view. Scarlett will not have time to teach patch pocket application so if you choose the longer version, you’ll need to navigate that portion of construction independently.

    • how to thread and use a sewing machine

    • basic sewing vocabulary

    • sewing a straight line and maintaining a seam allowance

    • working with knits on a domestic sewing machine

    • handling curves

    • tips and tricks for a more polished finish

    • Buttonholes

  • Fabric

    • The main sweater can be sewn up in stretch or nonstretch fabric. The bindings require at least 20% stretch. You can use the same fabric for both or use a contrasting fabric for the bindings. Suggested fabrics include medium weight fabrics such as sweater knit, french terry, sweatshirting, polar fleece, rib knit and boucle.

    • The yardage will depend on the view, size chosen, and width of fabric. Consult the pattern instructions. Feel free to ask us for help in the shop

    Notions

    • Coordinating thread 

    • stretch sewing machine needle

    • 1/2 yd stretch fusible interfacing

    • View A - 3 x 1 1/8” (30mm) buttons
      View B - 4 x 1 1/8” (30mm) buttons

    • Optional : 1 yd (3/8") clear elastic (it’s sometimes used in shoulder seams to stabilize them, but isn’t necessary)

This is a Level 2 class. You’ll find more information about our class levels here!

Taught by Scarlett Lynzyk

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.

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