Pant Sewing 101 with Sonya Philip

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Discover the joy of making your own clothes in this hands-on sewing workshop led by artist and maker Sonya Philip. Drawing from her lifelong love of handcrafted design, Sonya will guide you through the process of creating a simple yet beautiful garment. In this workshop we will stitch up a pair of cropped pants with a relaxed fit! Students will learn how to cut pattern pieces, finish seams and how to make an elastic waistband. The pattern, available in nine sizes, will be provided to take home. This is not a beginning sewing class, you will need to have some basic experience with a sewing machine. What you'll need to bring to class: 2.5 yards of pre-washed mid-weight fabric, such as linen, cotton, or natural fiber blend find details on sizes and fabric requirements here: XS waist: 26 in (66 cm) hips: 36 in (91 cm) S waist: 30 in (76 cm) hips: 40 in (102 cm) M waist: 34 in (86 cm) hips: 44 in (112 cm) L waist: 38 in (96 cm) hips: 48 in (122 cm) XL waist: 42 in (107 cm) hips: 52 in (132 cm) 2X waist: 46 in (117 cm) hips: 56 in (142 cm) 3X waist: 50 in (127 cm) hips: 60 in (152 cm) 4X waist: 54 in (137 cm) hips: 64 in (163 cm) 5X waist: 58 in (147 cm) hips: 68 in (172 cm) A limited number of sewing machines are available. Feel free to bring your own, please remember to pack the foot pedal and power cord. BIO: Sonya Philip has always been drawn to making things, inspired by her architect father and designer mother. Raised in a family that valued craftsmanship, she developed a deep appreciation for handmade work. Sonya studied drawing and printmaking before earning an MFA in Creative Writing from Mills College. A self-taught artist, she embraces the freedom to explore and blend mediums, focusing on what she calls ‘conceptual craft.’ Sonya lives in San Francisco with her husband and three children. Learn more at www.sonyaphilip.com.