DIY Designer: Sew a Drop Waist Skirt
Thursdays, October 2 and 16, 6-9pm
Class level: Intermediate Sewist
Age requirements: 18+
Teaching artist: Madeline Gambino
Class fee: $185
In this workshop, students will learn to make a beautiful and on-trend drop-waist skirt. Students will also learn how to sew French seams; an installation technique for an invisible zipper; and hemming techniques specific to their fabric type, such as a baby hem or rolled hem.
Students should come prepared for the class with their pattern printed on A0 paper or printed and taped together if printed on regular letter size, and with their fabric washed and ironed.
In the first session, we’ll discuss fit, length options, taking measurements, and interpreting the pattern. We’ll decide on sizing and then start cutting out pattern pieces. We’ll then begin sewing the drop-waist waistband, and Madeline will explain how to press seams correctly for the waistband. Then, we’ll cover how to do French seems (which are optional for this pattern), and how to gather the top of the skirt that will attach to the waist band. In between the two class sessions, students will have homework to finish their french seams and gathering of the skirt.
In the second session, Madeline will teach students how to attach the skirt to the waist band, and how to install the invisible zipper. This particular pattern has a unique installation method! The final instruction will be hemming techniques, which Madeline will recommend to students based on the fabric type they are using.
To take this class, students should be confident operating a sewing machine.
What to Bring:
Maxi Skirt Sewing Patter by ITABrand (each student must purchase this pattern in advance of the first class)
Fabric of Choice, at least 3 yards of Linen, Cotton, or Polyester (You can also bring something to upcycle such as an old bed sheet or fabric from another second-hand source.)
Thread color to match the fabric
Invisible zipper in same color of fabric at least 10” or longer
Sewing machine with zipper foot
Fabric scissors
Interlining fabric, at least 2/3 yards (recommended to use same fabric as exterior of skirt or a basic Linen or Cotton in a solid color)
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Teaching Artist Bio:
Madeline Gambino has been sewing clothing throughout her life, but her intentional focus on it started about four years ago while living in Portland, Oregon where she started attending community sewing classes and trying our patterns on her own. Madeline makes clothes for herself with patterns and pattern-drafting, and has completed custom orders.
Social: @madsgambino