Sewing: Advanced Apparel - Skirt Patterning

Learn the fundamentals of skirt patternmaking by drafting a basic skirt pattern and sewing a test garment to refine the fit and make pattern adjustments. Explore pattern manipulation techniques to add a waistband, fullness, pleats, and gathers, then use these skills to design and sew your own finished skirt. Students should have considerable experience reading commercial sewing patterns and have a solid understanding of garment construction and sewing techniques.

Student Supply List:

• sewing machine in good working order with bobbin, pedal, and power cord
• standard/universal needles
• thread
• pins
• seam ripper
• fabric scissors
• fabric marking pen or pencil
• pencil and eraser
• paper scissors
• needle point tracing wheel
• clear Scotch tape
• paper for patterning (rolls of craft paper, butcher paper, or even the back side of wrapping paper can work)
• tape measure
• ruler (12” – 24” in length)
• curve ruler (such as Dritz Styling Design Ruler or Fairgate 18” Vary Form Curve Rule)
• muslin fabric, approximately 2-3 yards (a light-weight, plain weave fabric like broadcloth or even an old sheet will also work)
• Final skirt project materials - please budget $20-$40 for fabric and notions. Cost will vary with project choice.

Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office by emailing us at CommunityEd@isd623.org or calling: 651-604-3770. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations.

Refund Policy: If you need to cancel your registration, in order to receive a refund, you must notify Roseville Area Schools Community Education at least one (1) week prior to start date of the class/event/camp/activity, and that I will be issued a refund minus a $5 service charge. Registrations are not refunded in the event of a weather cancellation.