Learn to Sew Your Clothes: Beyond Sewing Basics
Make the versatile Studio Tunic
In our online course, Beyond Sewing Basics, we’ll teach you how to sew the Studio Tunic, a fun and functional layering piece that brings some serious art-teacher-chic to your wardrobe.
You’ll learn how to sew French seams, patch pockets, a shaped facing, two neckline views, and more. It’s the perfect project to take you from nervous to confident beginner.
After going over the new skills required, and deciding if you need to make any adjustments, the course guides you through cutting out and sewing your Studio Tunic.
We’ll walk you through every step, teaching you professional techniques peppered with tons of sewing tips, all with a healthy dose of encouragement and wit.
In this thorough, warm, and supportive online course – designed to feel like a multi-week in-person class – you will make a beautifully-wearable, custom-made, comfy and versatile tunic from the comfort of your own home.
Watch (and re-watch) any time – your course access never expires.
In class, you’ll be using the Studio Tunic PDF pattern, which comes in sizes 0-34 and is included in your enrollment. The Studio Tunic is a great layering piece for all seasons.
A layering marvel, the Studio Tunic will be your go-to companion with leggings, jeans, over tees or under cropped sweaters. Pop it on as an apron in your art studio or workshop, or simply add it to any outfit, instantly upping your creative vibe.
In class you’ll learn how to sew both the scoop and v-neck options, and you’ll pick up the following skills in a fun, low-pressure way:
Skills learned:
- Getting into a healthy mindset
- Choosing your size
- How to grade between sizes
- How (and why) to staystitch
- How to understitch
- Different kinds of interfacing, and how to work with them
- Applying shaped neck and armhole facings
- How to sew pleats
- How to sew French seams
- How to sew patch pockets
- Topstitching skills
This course is part of our Learn to Sew Your Clothes learning path, a series designed to accompany you as you level up your sewing skills.
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Which Learn to Sew course is right for me?
We have courses for sewists of all levels, from complete beginner to advanced.
Unsure about where to begin? Our Guided Placement for Sewists (GPS) will locate your perfect starting point on the Learn to Sew Your Clothes pathway.
Who is it for?
This course is perfect for confident beginner sewists who want to expand their skills. If you have sewn a couple of simpler projects, or taken our Nocturne Pajama classes, this course is a great step for you. It will expand some basic fitting skills, demonstrate how to sew shaped facings, and teach you heirloom finishing techniques.
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Join over 1500 students who have experienced the warmth and connection of Sew Liberated’s online course communities.
Your course includes membership in our online support group, hosted on our own website. No Facebook necessary!
You’ll love the ability to get answers to all of your questions and post project photos while making new friends who totally get your passion!
FAQs
Will my course materials expire? Do I get lifetime access?
Yes, with your purchase you get lifetime access to the course videos, other materials, and membership in the private Learn to Sew support group. You also get lifetime access to the downloadable PDF Studio Tunic sewing pattern.
What level of sewist should take this course?
This course, Beyond Sewing Basics, is designed for confident beginner sewists. The videos take you through every step sewing the Studio Tunic, and our course community provides support and feedback as you go.
I haven’t taken the previous courses in the Learn to Sew Your Clothes series. Can I take this one?
Yes! This course is accessible to confident beginners and intermediate sewists. If you have sewn a few simple garments and know how to use a sewing machine, you should be just fine. In particular, if you want to learn heirloom finishes, this course is for you.
If you are brand new to using a sewing machine we recommend you start with Intro to Sewing or Sewing Basics 1. It could also be helpful to take Sewing Basics 2 to gain a bit of confidence before diving into the Studio Tunic.
When can I start, and how much does it cost?
You can start right away! The cost is $129, which includes the Studio Tunic PDF sewing pattern and printed pattern pieces shipped to you (there may be an extra shipping fee for those outside the US). This price is similar to what you might pay for a comparable in-person class.
How do I get my pattern sheets?
When you sign up for Beyond Sewing Basics, your printed pattern sheets are included in your course purchase. We will mail your pattern sheets to your door, and you will be able to access your PDF pattern (which includes your instructions) from your My Account page on Sew Liberated’s website. Downloads do not expire.
How do I know if the patterns will fit me?
We pride ourselves on having an inclusive size range. All of the patterns on the Learn to Sew Your Clothes learning path fit bust measurements up to 58.5” (147 cm), waist measurements up to 52.5” (133 cm) and hip measurements up to 61” (155 cm). We draft for a dressmaker’s C-cup (that’s a 3″ difference between your high bust measurement and your full bust measurement) and a height of 5’5″ (165 cm). The class includes instructions for lengthening and shortening the tunic.
Can I make either view of the Studio Tunic?
Yes, instructions for both neckline views are included in the course.