Sewing Saturdays: Advanced Beginners Pt. 2 — YOUmake
About the event
This is the second class of a two-part series designed to take your sewing skills beyond the basics. Learn how to measure and mark your fabric as well as using essential tools to create patch work on your garment. For more information contact 305-921-5819 or fernandezp@mdpls.org. Ages 12 yrs.+ What We’ll Cover: How to properly measure fabric for accuracy and consistency Techniques for marking fabric with chalk, pens, and other tools Understanding seam allowances and placement guides Using Measurement Tools Overview of essential tools like measuring tapes, rulers, and seam gauges Tips for getting clean, even measurements every time Best practices for tool handling and care Cutting Fabric Shapes How to cut fabric accurately based on measurements or templates Understanding grainlines and how they affect your cut pieces Aligning and pinning fabric correctly before stitching
