Sewing With Silks: The Liberty Shirt

Description Silk’s graceful drape and lustrous sheen make it a natural choice for creating beautiful clothing, but its cost and delicate nature can be intimidating. In this class, longtime designer and instructor Linda Lee demystifies silk’s many varieties and shares a wealth of techniques for preparing, sewing and finishing the show-stopper Liberty Shirt. Whether you’re looking to add a polished piece to your wardrobe or hone your skills, sign up today! Important Pattern Information: The pattern on which this class is based — The Sewing Workshop Liberty Shirt — is not included with your purchase and may be out of print — check with online retailers. This class is rich in essential sewing techniques, so if the pattern is out of print, we encourage you to look for an alternative pattern with similar style details. You might also be able to find the original pattern through a private reseller.

• Class Preview
• Introduction
• Preparing to Sew
• Lay Out, Cut Out & Structure
• Sewing With Silk
• Back Hem & Mitered Corners
• Sewing French Seams
• Collar Construction
• Adding Facing & Finishing Hems
• Sleeves
• Buttons & Buttonholes
• Alternate Seam & Hem Finishes