It’s the carefree, spunky little sister of the polished, tailored blazer, and it will be one of the most worthwhile additions to your wardrobe. This blazer is lined and fairly loose-cut but can be tightened with a belt or button to accentuate the waist. Use it to elevate a casual vibe; throw it over your favorite hoodie. You can pair it with a tailored button-down for a more business or dressed-up look. Search #fibremoodkai on Instagram for more ideas and reviews of this pattern.

In this 3-part class, students will gain skills in:
Cutting and marking a pattern
Sewing and fitting a muslin
Fusing interfacing to fabric for extra strength and structure
Setting a sleeve
Inserting shoulder pads
Sewing a collar
Bagging-out a lining
Mitering corners for a polished finish

Basic sewing knowledge of garment sewing and reading a pattern is required since some home sewing may be required. Students should be comfortable threading their machines and sewing straight and curved lines. It’s best to complete Stitch, Style, Create Course 1 or equivalent before registering for this class. After taking Stitch-Style-Create II, basic garment classes, this class is the next step for growing skills.

What to bring to class:
To ensure a smooth start to the class, students should arrive at the first session with their pattern printed, cut out in their size, and prepared to cut their muslin. *OPTIONAL: Schedule a 2-hour pre-class workshop where you can get assistance cutting your paper patterns. Select this option during registration if you’d like help getting ready.

The cost is an extra $40 per student. ($70 if taking a private class.)

Sewing machine and universal needle
Printed pattern instructions
White fabric to create a muslin
Fabric, pre-laundered * refer to pattern for your fabric recommendations and requirements.
Lining fabric, pre-laundered * refer to pattern for your lining requirements
Fusing
Shoulder pads
All-purpose thread
Seam ripper
Scissors
Fabric marking pen or chalk
Straight pins or quilting clips
Coordinating button (if you choose to use one on your blazer)

Three 3-hour sessions with homework in between.

Session 1: Cut a simple muslin from your pattern fit to your body, review the pattern, and instructions on how to mark your fabric for the next session. * Homework will be cutting out and marking the pattern on your fabric.

Session 2: sewing the outer shell, including pockets, collar, and shoulder pads

Session 3: sewing the lining, attaching it to the outer shell, bagging-out the lining, and hand-stitching the lining closed

Cost is $270 for a semi-private (2-students) class.

Cost is $540 for a private (one-student) class.

An additional $10 is added if you order the class and a machine rental.

Extra time as needed is $25 per hour.

Once you register, Ashleigh will contact you to coordinate dates and times that work for everyone and discuss proper fabric choices.

Link to the pattern to download digitally or purchase a printed pattern.