Supply list for Diana Rodgers:
Estimated Supply Cost: $80-100
A level two class for students who already have a foundation of basic sewing skills. Focus is on sharpening those skills while learning additional sewing techniques, and building confidence to sew on your own.
Class projects include seam finishes, zipper pouch, and a knit top (t-shirt or sweatshirt).
**Please see the supply list so you can arrive prepared for classes. We will start our first project- Seam Finishes, during the first class.
To all classes, please bring the following TOOLS (suggested options):
- Scissors suitable for cutting fabric:
https://a.co/d/0hnPBwyi
OR
https://a.co/d/03y74gdd
- A Spool of thread- Coats & Clark 100% Polyester, all purpose is the recommended brand.
https://a.co/d/0gVdRvYm
*To the FIRST day of class, please bring the following materials with you:
- FABRIC (for Seam finishes):1/2 yard woven cotton fabric. Can be medium-large size scraps of quilting cotton, cotton shirting, or even bed linens that are ready for upcycling. We’ll be making just samples of each technique.
To the 2nd class, please bring the following supplies for the Zipper Pouch:
- ZIPPER: (we will discuss zippers during the first class) One standard #3 plastic closed end zipper, 9” or longer *not an invisible zipper. Recommended zipper: https://silthreadinc.com/collections/zippers/products/coil-3-closed-end
- Two ¼ yards of cotton woven fabric- one for outside, one for inside pouch. Quilting cotton or canvas. Fabric left over from other projects is perfect.
Optional: Fusible Interfacing. If using light weight fabric, fusible interfacing will add stability. 1 yd of Pellon 911FF or something similar
To the 3rd class, please bring the following supplies for a t-shirt or sweatshirt:
- A SEWING PATTERN (you will provide your own pattern for this project): You can choose a pattern from the following options, OR search “Knit top sewing pattern” to find something SIMILAR that you like. It’s best to keep it simple. *Please note the size range when ordering.
The Fold Line is a great resource for finding patterns:
https://thefoldline.com/
Gender neutral Sweatshirt Pattern:
https://simplicity.com/simplicity/s9240?searchid=29892758&search_query=Hoodie
A free women’s basic t-shirt pattern:
https://closetcorepatterns.com/collections/sewing-patterns-all/products/core-t-shirt-free-pattern?_pos=2&_fid=1123ce61e&_ss=c
Gender neutral basic t-shirt:
https://helensclosetpatterns.com/collections/tops/products/jackson-tee-and-pullover
True Bias women’s t-shirt patterns
https://truebias.com/collections/all/products/jesse-tee
https://truebias.com/collections/all/products/nikko-top-dress-1
https://truebias.com/collections/all/products/rio-ringer-t-shirt-dress
Carrie Crop Top:
https://www.blackbirdfabrics.com/en-us/products/carrie-crop-top-pdf-download
Men’s raglan t-shirt:
https://fridaypatterncompany.com/products/old-coast-raglan-pdf-pattern
Women’s bateau neck:
https://fridaypatterncompany.com/products/friday-bateau-top-pdf-pattern
Men’s t-shirt:
https://elbetextiles.com.au/products/sage-tee-digital-sewing-pattern
Puff sleeve sweatshirt:
https://tillyandthebuttons.com/collections/patterns/products/billie-sweatshirt-dress-sewing-pattern
We will discuss this in class: If you purchase a pdf pattern, you can print it a few ways.
1. Print at home and tape together in class
2. Have it printed on blueprint size paper at Kinkos or Staples. It’s a good idea to upload your file to their website first.
3. Have it printed by
https://brooklynmotifprinting.com/
Suggested Art Supply Stores:
FABRIC RESOURCES:
For a t-shirt, you will need Jersey fabric. Can be 100% cotton or a mix.
For a sweatshirt, you will need sweatshirt fabric, and optional ribbing for cuffs.
https://stonemountainfabric.com/product-category/fabric/knits-jerseys/
https://knitfabric.com/
https://iseefabric.com/
https://www.blackbirdfabrics.com/en-us/collections/knits/fiber-content_cotton
https://lyricalfabrics.com/
Mood fabrics
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