Swing Skirt Techniques & Construction: From The School of Making
Offered By: Craftsy
Course Description
Overview
Description
Explore the sustainable world of slow fashion as you create a timeless hand-sewn skirt.
Creating well-designed and thoughtfully made goods isn’t just a fashion trend, it’s a growing movement that’s quickly gaining momentum. Step inside the handmade world of slow fashion pioneer Natalie Chanin and learn to create a flattering swing skirt that’s entirely sewn and embellished by hand. Follow along with Natalie as she reveals her signature techniques to layer and cut fabric, stencil designs, hand-stitch and more. With her step-by-step guidance and time-honored stitchery tips, you’ll be well on your way to a slow fashion wardrobe!
Syllabus
- Class Preview
- Designing Your Skirt
- Pattern, Tools & Supplies
- Threading, Stitching & Knotting
- Cutting Out the Pattern Pieces
- Stenciling the Fabric
- Reverse Appliqué & Negative Reverse Appliqué
- Constructing the Skirt
- Completing the Skirt
- Customizing Options
Taught by
Natalie Chanin
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