Begin learning to sew by making these drawstring summer shorts, perfect for school. From this project you will learn how to:
- Learn to read a pattern and follow printed directions.
- Measure and cut a pattern.
- Sew straight seams and apply a seam finish.
- Sew and turn a drawstring.
- Make buttonholes.
- Sew a casing and insert the drawstring.
- Sew a topstitched hem.
There is limited seating so reserve your spot early.
Bring your own sewing machine to use if it is in good working condition. We will provide the machine, otherwise.
Supply List
- Pattern for shorts or pj’s
- Fabric as required by pattern
- All-purpose thread to match your fabric
- ¾” wide no-roll elastic as long as your waist measurement
- Medium to large safety pin
- Basic sewing kit :
- Sharp fabric shears (bent handle) *
- Water erasable marking pen * or chalk pencil
- Pin cushion or Grabbit magnetic pin holder
- Sewing pins (the ones with the balled heads are easier to use)
- Seam ripper
- 6” seam gauge (metal ruler with a slider)
- Thimble
- Point turner
- Hand sewing needles
- 1 large safety pin
- Tape measure (60” size is good)
- A container with a lid to store all of these (It can be a shoe box, a sewing box, or a basket.) Please put your name on it or tie a ribbon on it so that you will know that it is yours.
Please stop in at the store to sign up, and take a look at the sample of the project.
