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Flex Sew Intermediate: 18" Doll - Dress like Samantha the American Girl in 1904

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Ages 9-14

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Join us as we sew a wardrobe for our dolls to dress just like Samantha Parkington the American Girl.

Mrs Aubrey

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45 pre-recorded lessons

8 weeks

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to the content

Class Experience

Intermediate Level

In this class we will be making eight clothing items for 18 inch dolls that fit the 1900s time period. We will be using the official Pleasant Company patterns for Samantha's Pretty Clothes so you're doll can dress just like Samantha. Prior to beginning this class students should have basic knowledge of a sewing machine including threading the machine and sewing a straight seam. Because all machines are different, instructor can help with basic machine questions and problems but it is highly suggested that a parent or other assistant who knows the machine is available for hands on help if necessary.

Instructor will be posting daily videos demonstrating the sewing pattern. Students are expected to complete the steps on their own project and post progression photos and/or questions or problems about the given step. Learners are expected to comment on one another's photos with help and/or encouragement as they learn about the sewing process together.

Week 1: All about Fabric, buying our fabric, and preparing our patterns
Week 2: Samantha's Birthday Dress
Week 3: Samantha's Lacy Pinafore & Rosebud Circlet
Week 4: Samantha's Plaid Cape
Week 5: Samantha's Party Dress
Week 6: Samantha's Nightgown 
Week 7: Samantha's Lacy Whites
Week 8: Samantha's Hat and Muff & Gaiters

Instructor will be available throughout the course to answer any questions and help problem solve in the classroom, through chat, and via personal video meetings. 

Please note that this is a leveled class. Each student is required to know how to accomplish the tasks in the previous levels before beginning classes of a higher level as I will no longer be covering those skills in higher level courses. If students need help learning a skill they have missed in a previous level class please message me and I can point you to a class where we teach that skill or set up a private lesson to make sure the skill is learned.

Novice: straight stitches, hems, casings, elastic
Beginner: straight stitching, some hand sewing, applying snaps
Confident Beginner: gathering, hook & loop tape (aka velcro)
Intermediate: fold over elastic, stretch lace, bias tape, pleats, darts, zippers, and pockets
Advanced Intermediate: sizing techniques
Experienced: beading, buttonholes, welt pockets
Advanced: couture techniques, french seams

Learning Goals

In this class we will be learning all about the fashion of the early 1900s and how to create the styles ourselves.

Syllabus

8 Units

45 Lessons

over 8 Weeks

Unit 1: All About Fabric

Lesson 1:

Fabric Selection & Notions

 In this class we will learn about what fabrics and notions we need to complete our Samantha inspired wardrobe.

Lesson 2:

Preparing Your Patterns

 In this class we will prepare all of our pattern pieces so we can begin outfit construction.

Unit 2: Samantha's Birthday Dress

Lesson 3:

Cutting the Dress

 Cutting the fabric pieces

Lesson 4:

Sewing Part 1

 Sewing steps 2-3

Other Details

Parental Guidance

As always, parents should be aware of sewing machine and scissor use in the home.

Supply List

The patterns will be provided by the teacher (they are available free for use). Students will need to source other materials for sewing during week one. We will discuss the exact fabric requirements (and how to make your items look authentic) during class one.

External Resources

Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Mrs Aubrey

Joined March, 2020

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147reviews

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Teacher expertise and credentials

Bachelor's Degree from Brigham Young Univeristy - Idaho

Hello! I'm Aubrey and I am mom to 9 crazy children ages four through sixteen. We live on a homestead in Idaho where we raise rabbits, chickens, turkeys, ducks, quail, goats, pigs and sheep.

I have a degree in Math Education and one in Family History but I love to teach a number of subjects. I  absolutely love meeting new students! My favorite thing about teaching is helping my students to learn to use the tools that I am giving them in their daily life. Join my classes to learn about math, English, history and many more homestead themed topics to help you complete daily tasks and possibly find a new hobby in the process. 

I'm excited to meet you!