Sweaters & Turtlenecks // 2 Weeks // Starts Dec 15
It’s finally sweater weather! Add a cozy, handmade layer to your fall wardrobe in this six-hour garment-sewing workshop. Choose from four patterns to create anything from a sleek, fitted turtleneck to a relaxed funnel-neck or shawl-collar sweater.
Whether you want an easy layering piece, an oversized sweater to wear with jeans, or a classic menswear-inspired style, there’s an option for you.
Workshop pattern options:
Rise/Fall Turtleneck by Papercut Patterns. Choose the fitted Rise turtleneck or the relaxed Fall version, featuring dropped shoulders and a looser fit. Both make versatile layering pieces that look great under dresses and jumpsuits. Sizes 1–8 (US sizes 2-16).
Elliott Sweater by Helen's Closet: Create a relaxed turtleneck or funnel-neck sweater, depending on your fabric choice. Choose from three lengths and multiple sleeve options. Please note that we will not be making the high-low hem variation. Sizes 0–30.
Jarrah Sweater (view D) by Megan Nielsen. We’ll make View D, featuring a loose fit, dropped shoulders, and a cozy funnel neck. Your instructor can also show you how to adjust the sleeve length. Available in sizes 0–20 and 14–30.
Finlayson Pattern by Thread Theory: A relaxed, menswear-inspired option. We’ll make Variation A, featuring a stylish shawl collar. Sizes XS–XXL.
Skills covered:
- Working with a digital pattern
- Reading size charts and choosing a size
- Cutting knits accurately with a rotary cutter and mat
- Sewing with stretch stitches on a regular sewing machine or a serger
- Attaching cowls/turtlenecks, funnel necks and drop sleeves
- Hemming knit fabrics
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner to Intermediate. You MUST already feel comfortable threading and operating a sewing machine, but you may be new to sewing garments. If you are a novice sewer or feel unsure about threading a sewing machine and sewing straight lines, please check out our Sewing 101 course instead.
Pattern and materials not included. You are responsible for purchasing and printing the PDF pattern and assembling it before class. You will receive a supply list via email upon purchase of this class.
2 Sessions; 6 Workshop Hours
Section 1: Tuesdays 6-9pm on Dec 15 & 22
Please refer to our registration policies before signing up for a class.
Photos c/o Thread Theory, Papercut Patterns and Helen's Closet
