Sew a Split Tank Class (Advanced Beginner)

Have you seen the cute and fun designs by Matchy Matchy Sewing Club? Their designs are so fun, and inspiring. The Peplum Split Tank is a cute, flowy tank top with two different views (including the option to split the front into two different coloured panels), it offers ample opportunity for customization and creativity. It is also the perfect project to learn (or practice) gathering and bias binding!

This is a two-session weekend class. Please ensure you can attend both the Saturday and Sunday sessions. 

As an advanced beginner class the  prerequisites is that you should know the basics of operating a sewing machine, including: 

• how to wind a bobbin

• how to thread a sewing machine

• how to backstitch

Essentially, if you have completed a couple small projects, are looking to ease back into sewing, or have taken a “Learn to Sew” class at Fabrications, this class is for you!

You will learn how to:

• plan a garment sewing project, take your measurements, and choose pattern size

• read and follow a sewing pattern

• sew a flat felled seam (view B)

• create gathers with a sewing machine

• finish necklines and armholes with bias binding (an essential skill for aspiring garment sewists!)

You will need: 

• tracing paper

• washed light to midweight woven fabric – consider cotton shirting, lightweight twill, or linen or ramie for a more structured look. For a more flowy look, consider washed linen, double gauze, or lightweight cotton, 

• For 45” OR 54” wide fabric, 1.4m to 1.6m depending on size

• Exact fabric requirements can be found here (Note: the pattern itself is included in the class fee, you do not have to purchase it)

• Matching thread

We will provide: 

• a copy of the pattern

• a sewing machine for in-class use

• access to all the tools necessary for a successful project

A list of our class policies can be found here. 

Minimum enrollment is 3, maximum is 5. This class is taught by Amanda.