Knit Pant Workshop – Comfort and Fit

Date: Saturday, March 14

Time: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Join Irene for this focused, one-day workshop dedicated to sewing knit pants and achieving the perfect comfortable fit. This class is suitable for sewists eager to master sewing with stretch fabrics, ensuring your finished pants are stylish, comfortable, and professional-looking.

The Project: Your Choice

You bring the pattern, and Irene will help you master it! Any knit pant or legging pattern is acceptable. We recommend the popular Style Arc styles, which offer a great fit and range:

• Parker Ponte Pant: A pull-on style featuring an elastic waist, straight leg, and cuffed hem, often made in stable knits like Ponte.

• Anna Pant: A relaxed, straight-leg pant with a drawstring waist and optional inseam pockets, perfect for French Terry or velour.

• Laura Leggings: A fitted pull-on legging with no side seams and multiple length options, requiring a 4-way stretch knit.

What You Will Master:

Irene will guide you through all the necessary techniques for sewing knits, including:

• Selecting the right stitch and needle for your fabric.

• Achieving a professional-looking elastic or drawstring waistband.

• Accurate construction and fitting of knit pants, including proper seam finish and hemming for stretch fabrics.

This is a single-day, focused class where you will leave with a highly wearable piece and the confidence to sew more knit garments.

Note: This is a one-day class. Please bring your pre-washed knit fabric and pattern.

Please Bring:

• Your pattern.  Participants must bring their own copy of the pattern.

• Sewing machine in good working order

• Suggested fabrics look to your pattern cover for fabric suggestions.  We are happy to help you find the right fabric for your pattern.  Refer to the pattern for specific yardage requirements based on size. Pre-wash and press your fabric before the first class if it can be washed.

• Matching Thread: All-purpose polyester thread and regular sewing supplies.

• Optional: Overlocker/Serger (if desired for finishing seams, but not required).

Class Policies

Please read and understand the following before registering for a class - thanks!

General:

1. Class fees must be paid in full at the time of registration to reserve your spot. Space is reserved on first-come first-serve basis.
2. Supply lists are available online for the classes. Go to shop.amongbrendasquilts.com and search for your class under ‘classes’. Most classes also have sample quilts, bags or garments displayed in the shop.
3. Class fees are for instruction only and do not include materials for class, unless otherwise stated.
4. Most classes have a pattern, book, or specialized tool requirement. These will be noted on the supply list. Each student must have a LEGAL copy of the pattern or book.
5. Some courses are all inclusive (e.g., class materials are bundled in the price). If you already possess some or all of the required materials, a store credit/gift certificate will be issued.
6. Students are required to bring; 1) a sewing machine in good working order, 2) machine accessories, & 3) basic sewing supplies to each class; unless otherwise stated. You should be familiar with the operation of your machine before class, please bring your manual if in doubt.
7. We are more than happy to help you in your selection of class materials, but please do so prior to class.
8. Some classes require a small amount of homework prior to the class. Please arrive prepared so that you can start on the fun part right away!
9. Class will start on time, so please arrive at least 15 minutes early and be set up and ready to go.
10. If you bring your cell phone to class please be considerate of others and put it on vibrate/silent prior to class. Please refrain from wearing perfumes, as some people have allergic reactions to scents. Also, if you bring a drink, please use a container with a lid.
11. If there is nothing scheduled in our classroom after your class ends, please feel free to stay and use the space to continue working on your project until the shop closes.
12. Please refrain from using perfumed products the day of class.  

Cancellations:

1. Most classes have a minimum enrolment (usually 3 students). If the class is cancelled due to low enrolment, you will be notified and all course fees will be returned in full (your choice of a refund or store credit).
2. If you can't attend a course, please cancel at least one week in advance. A store credit will be issued ONLY if you cancel at least seven (7) days before the course. Cancellations within a week of the course will NOT receive a store credit, though you may send a friend in your place. 
   
   3. Workshops and other classes may be partially or fully non-refundable and/or require much more notice of cancellation before a credit is issued. 
   
   Please verify that any class you wish to enroll in meets your schedule and that you're OK with the cancellation policy before enrolling.

Thanks!