Historic Sewing and Fashion History (1:1 Private Tutoring Class)
In this ongoing tutoring session, students will learn, and improve, their hand-sewing skills.
Heather Linke
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(128)
What's included
Meets on Demand
schedule meetings as needed50 mins
per sessionTeacher support
Homework
2-4 hours per week. Between classes the student will be expected to continue working on their garments at home... How much time this will require depends on the speed of the student sewing and amount of time they devote to the project.Assessment
includedClass Experience
In this ongoing private tutoring session the student will learn a history of common garments and construction methods as they craft their way through creating historically accurate garments from any of my fashion history sewing workshops. The class sessions will be casual, conversational, and very hands on - with room for lots of discussion and sharing. In each class I will provide instruction and assistance as the student learns to measure, choose a pattern and fabric, cut, sew, and finish pieces of their choice. We'll look at surviving extant pieces, discuss fabric choices, cultural and geographical setting, and social class as they affect dress. tailored each week to fit the specific needs, assistance, and questions the student has in that stage of the project. Pieces made and duration of the project will be determined by the student and the class can be stopped at any point they feel they have accomplished their goal.
Other Details
Supply List
Students will need to purchase fabric and notions. Students will also need to purchase patterns, as agreed upon for each project. Students should also have: Fabric Scissors Thread Snips or Embroidery Scissors Hand Sewing Needles in assorted sizes Straight Pins (and pincushion/magnet) Thimble (metal or leather are most authentic, but whatever is most comfortable student) Flexible Tape Measure Ruler and/or Yardstick Roll of Wrapping Paper or Craft Paper (for drafting patterns - paper with 1" grid on the backside is extra nice!) Pencil Sharpie (for marking paterns) PLEASE NOTE: I understand that truly authentic fabric can be VERY cost prohibitive - especially for a first project! It is never my intention to make historic sewing beyond anyone's grasp by demanding exorbitantly expensive supplies. Historically accurate fabric is *wonderful* to work with, and I'm always going to encourage it if possible... but please know that there are truly amazing pieces that have been made from thrifted white cotton bed sheets, old curtains, and discount fabric! Choose what works for YOU and your budget, makes you happy, and feels nice against your skin. Remember that natural fibers are always cooler in hot weather, and often hold up better to washing. I aim to help students create a historically accurate outfit... and quality fabric helps the finished product look and feel the best it can... but what is more important is that they are learning the skills to construct them and they offer their best efforts. :)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined November, 2020
4.9
128reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I've been sewing historic garment reproductions since I was about 8 years old. I've worked professionally in several living history museums, for over more than 18 years, creating my all my own professional costuming for various time periods in history... as well as researching and writing staff costuming standards guides for two museums and drafting patterns from photographs and historic garments in the collection. My extended family lives near Colonial Williamsburg, where I have visited many times, taking part in several workshops related to historic textile arts. I currently consult as a domestic and textile historian for Great Smokey Mountain Heritage Center. Reviews
Live 1-on-1 Lessons
$60
per sessionMeets on demand
50 min
Completed by 3 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-18
