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We started a series of programs we call “Sew-Alongs.” What is a Sew-Along?  It is kind of like a sewing bee where a group of sewing enthusiasts get together and work on the same kind of project.  

The Fiber Arts Studio 'Sewing Programming Committee' selected some popular clothing patterns. People who want to participate will purchase their own pattern, fabric, and notions required to make the garment. Then, we will meet and work together to make the chosen garment. 

Please note -- this is not a class with an instructor but rather a gathering of folks interested in sewing together. 

You should be able to use a pattern to cut fabric and follow written directions from the pattern maker.

This January's Sew-Along  is the Vogue "Misses Oversized Shawl Collar Jacket" (Vogue pattern 8930). This pattern is one of Vogue's 'Very Easy' Patterns.  Vogue describes the jacket as "Very loose-fitting, wrap jacket has front extending into collar, dropped shoulders and narrow hem."

Student Supply List: 

The Vogue "Oversized Shawl Collar Jacket" pattern can be viewed and ordered from the Vogue website:  Vogue "Oversized Shawl Collar Jacket" pattern (V8930).

Vogue suggests choosing fabrics based on the version of the coat you will be making: FABRICS: A, B: Medium-Weight Wool, Fleece, Boiled Wool. C: Crepe, Silk Tweed, Jersey. Also For B: Double-Sided Fabrics.

Check the pattern for appropriate fabrics and yardage needed.

Esther’s Fabrics in Winslow has all of the fabric and notions you need to make this jacket.

Details:

• Skill Level: Advanced Beginner.   Participants should have experience with using a pattern to make clothes and following directions by the manufacturer for the pattern.  Use of Studio sewing machines require completion of the Brothers Sewing Machine Certification Session.  Participants are welcome to bring their own sewing machines.
• Ages 14+ Welcome. Participants in the sewing Maker Mondays programs this fall are also welcome to participate.

*Photos from Vogue