2–3 yards muslin or inexpensive test fabric for fitting
Sewing Supplies
Pattern-Butterick 7024
All-purpose thread to match fabric
Universal sewing machine needles (80/12 or 90/14)
Fabric scissors
Pins or sewing clips
Seam ripper
Fabric marking tool (chalk, washable marker, or pencil)
Measuring tape
Seam gauge
Clear gridded ruler
Pattern Fitting Supplies
Pattern tracing paper (optional)
Scotch tape or painter's tape
Tracing wheel and tracing paper
Elastic (1" wide, enough to fit around your waist)
Sharpie marker
Cardboard cutting board or similar surface for pattern work
Equipment
Sewing machine in good working order
Sewing machine manual
Extra bobbins
Iron and pressing tools (recommended for home use)
Optional
Rotary cutter and cutting mat
Pattern weights
Plumb line (or string with a small weight attached)
Notebook for fitting notes
Before Class
Prewash and dry your fabric as you intend to care for the finished garment.
Assemble and cut out your pattern if instructed by the instructor.
Wind matching bobbins and ensure your sewing machine is in working order.
This class will focus on achieving a personalized fit for stretch-woven pants through tissue fitting, muslin fitting, and garment construction techniques.