Sewing Intermediate: 18" Doll Gymnastics Leotard like Molly the American Girl

In this class we will work together to sew a leotard for 18" dolls. This outfit would will be perfect for dance, swim or gymnastics and is similar to the one Molly wears in the American Girl books. Prior to beginning class students must already be comfortable with their sewing machine and able to sew straight lines.

Day 1: Picking your fabric - we will discuss types of fabric and what fabrics are appropriate for this project including what would be authentic prints and patterns for this time period and style. While we talk students will be cutting their patterns. Students will need to purchase (or otherwise source) the fabric for their project between day 1 and day 2.

Day 2: Cutting your pattern - will will work together to cut our fabric. We will be discussing grains, directional patterns, and intermediate level pattern markings.

Day 3-4: Sewing day - we will be doing the sewing of our items these days. Your student will need access to a sewing machine and iron (and adult supervision as necessary) during this time. We should be able to do most of the sewing during class but your child may require a bit more machine time after class if they need to finish up.

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