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Sewing Basics 1 (without pattern)

$140.50

Learn basic sewing skills while making some comfy PJ pants, start to finish!

This price is reduced because it does not include the Nocturne Pants pattern itself. If you need the pattern, please join the course here instead.

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This discounted version of Sewing Basics 1 does not include the Nocturne Pants PDF Sewing Pattern. However, a printed copy of the full-size pattern pieces will be shipped to you for free. If you need the Nocturne Pants pattern, please join the course here instead.

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Sewing Basics 1

Project: Sew the Nocturne Pajama Pants

Pajama pants are the BEST first project – low stakes, very useful, and a perfect form of self-care. The Nocturne Pajama Pants are perfect for loungewear, but depending on the fabric you choose, you can also wear them out and about. The pants feature a simple, comfortable paper bag waist, with the option of a lower rise, basic elastic waistband. The pockets, of course, are deep and luxurious.

Skills learned:

  • How to choose fabric
  • How to take your measurements and choose your size
  • How to lengthen or shorten a pattern
  • How to choose between elastic types
  • Working with notches
  • Understanding fabric anatomy
  • How to properly iron and press
  • Confidently cut out your fabric
  • Pinning 101
  • How to sew straight and curved seams
  • How to finish your seams so they don’t unravel
  • How to sew an elastic waistband
  • How to hem pants

What’s included:

  • 6 hours of video instruction
  • Lifetime membership in our private, online support group
  • Nocturne Pants PDF pattern
  • Pattern pieces shipped to your door
  • Exclusive discounts at our favorite fabric shops

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Skills learned:

  • How to choose fabric
  • How to take your measurements and choose your size
  • How to lengthen or shorten a pattern
  • How to choose between elastic types
  • Working with notches
  • Understanding fabric anatomy
  • How to properly iron and press
  • Confidently cut out your fabric
  • Pinning 101
  • How to sew straight and curved seams
  • How to finish your seams so they don’t unravel
  • How to sew an elastic waistband
  • How to hem pants

What’s included:

  • 6 hours of video instruction
  • Lifetime membership in our private, online support group
  • Nocturne Pants PDF pattern
  • Pattern pieces shipped to your door
  • Exclusive discounts at our favorite fabric shops