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Learn shortcut pleating, smocking, and
construction techniques for a baby daygown.
This is a perfect "home-from-the-hospital" outfit for newborns.
Start and finish this precious gown in 3 hours! Yes you
can! |
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Technique(s) taught: |
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Class duration: |
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3 hours |
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Experience level: |
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Experienced beginner or
intermediate smocker and sew-er. |
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Prerequisites: |
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none |
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Kit Contents: |
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Class notes, including:
step-by-step instructions, pattern, and two smocking designs |
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Kit Cost: |
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$3 |
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Materials needed
by each student: |
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1½ yards fabric (light-colored
batiste or cotton), matching thread, 2 colors of floss, sewing
machine, pleater, dowel, fabric scissors, hand sewing needle,
smocking needle, measuring tape, washable marker, pins, hem
gauge, heavy duty electrical extension cord. |
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Classroom
equipment needed: |
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Display table, irons, ironing
boards, spray starch. Optional: sergers |
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Recommended
class size: |
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20 students maximum |
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SAGA status: |
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Approved; 1 Artisan point |
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Teaching fee: |
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$150 |
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Travel expenses: |
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32¢
per mile, plus any other incurred expenses |
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