Sewing: Pants Fit & Sew with Marla Kazell

Please bring a sewing machine to use in class or reserve one of BARN's machines when you register. You will also need basic sewing supplies including pins, pen or pencil, seam gauge or 6"ruler, 12" - 18"ruler, a zipper foot or invisible zipper foot, and 1" elastic to fit around your waist. 

You will be using a basic pants pattern as a sloper to learn the fitting method.  Most pattern companies have a basic pants pattern with a zipper closure and a straight waistband or faced waistline.   Please purchase a pattern from the following list or bring one that fits the criteria:

• Burda 6035, 6152, 6218, 6681, 7062, 7075
• Butterick 5719, 6640, 6718, 6738, 6796, 6802, 6944, 6948
• Simplicity 1559
• Vogue 1581, 1993
• New Look 6712

Choose your pattern size by your hip measurement (use the fullest measurement below your waist - tummy, hip or thigh).  When several patterns look alike, check the shape and width of the leg - do you prefer slim, tapered, straight, or wide? 

You may choose a second pattern to fit with more design features such as diagonal pockets, a contour waistband or elastic waist. To avoid spending time tracing, select a pattern printed on tissue.  No jeans please - that's a whole different class!

For your test pair of pants, bring a non-stretch pant-weight fabric in the quantity needed by the pattern you selected. You will also need thread. If you plan on wearing your test pants, you will need a zipper - regular or invisible and a button or pant hook and eye if you have a waistband.  

If you plan on sewing a second pair, bring fabric and notions as needed by the pattern.

• Ages 14 and up are welcome.
• Please bring a bag lunch each day. A refrigerator is available in the Commons if needed.
• You should wear the undergarments you will wear under your pants.  Fitting can not be done properly over tights or leggings.

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• BARN is committed to accessibility. Tuition Assistance is available. Fill out the application before registering.
• Makerspaces like BARN can be noisy and cluttered, smell strongly, and have bright or flickering lights. We try to make accommodations when requested; the earlier you contact us, the more likely we can help. Please email accessibility@bainbridgebarn.org to find out more or request an accommodation.
• For those who might need physical assistance, learn more about BARN's Companion Program.