Sew a Jumpsuit (3 Parts)
$350.00
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Please note: All class registrations are final; please view our Cancellation Policy and Covid-19 Policy for more information. By registering for this workshop, you are agreeing to abide by these policies. Thank you for supporting our small business!
Skill level requirement: this is NOT a learn to sew class; you must have sewn in the recent past, and be confident operating a sewing machine independently. See below for more info. If you're a total beginner, check out our Sewing 101 Workshops.
Ready to take your garment sewing skills to the next level? Join us to to make an Open Studio Patterns Bumper Jumper in this 3-part course!
The loose fit of the Bumper Jumper gives you so many variations for fit. Make a belt with the fabric scraps and cinch it at the waist or just let it go and watch it become your favorite travel outfit. It has side pockets, of course, and the sleeve cuffs are finished to allow for a roll up or a roll down.
Best of all, the pattern includes sizes XS-5X!
Under the guidance of our resident sewing experts, you'll learn the basics of jumpsuit construction as you master several garment-sewing essentials.
We'll cover:
- Measuring the body accurately to create a perfect fit
- Working from a commercial pattern, including size selection, deciphering instructions, cutting from paper pattern pieces, and more
- Understanding garment sewing basics such as proper fabric prep, pinning, cutting, ironing and troubleshooting
- Becoming familiar with sewing jargon commonly found in commercial patterns
- How to construct a notched collar, cuffs, inseam pockets, buttonholes, and optional waist tie
Skill Requirements
Intermediate sewing experience is required; YOU MUST BE COMFORTABLE WORKING ON A SEWING MACHINE INDEPENDENTLY and have sewn a few garments in the recent past.
Materials
The jumpsuit pattern and materials are not included in registration fee.
This pattern is available as a PDF only! It must be purchased from Open Studio Patterns and printed ahead of the workshop. You can choose to print at home and assemble the pieces yourself, or have it large format printed at a copy shop. We recommend Brooklyn Motif for pattern printing!
We have a variety of fabrics, as well as all necessary notions, available for purchase with a 10% student discount. Within 24 hours of registering, you will receive an email with a materials list and discount code. Feel free to drop by anytime before your class, or purchase supplies the day of the workshop!
You will need:
- Bumper Jumper Pattern by Open Studio Patterns -- Purchase the PDF here!
- 1.5 - 5 yards woven, non-stretch fabric depending on size and fabric width (see size chart in the photos above). Heavy fabrics like Denim, Twill, and Canvas will make a more structured jumpsuit. Softer fabrics like Linen will result in a more blousy look.
- 5 Buttons (any size is fine) Please note we have many more buttons available for in store purchase only
- A spool of matching all-purpose sewing thread
- 1 yard of fusible interfacing
Important Note on Class Dates
This is a three-part workshop taking place on the dates below:
Sunday 3/23 at 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sunday 3/30 at 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday 4/6 at 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Class Details
Date & Time: Three parts, please see dates above! The date chosen at checkout is the first of three parts.
Location: Brooklyn Craft Company, 165 Greenpoint Avenue (here’s where we’re located)
Cost: $350 includes 15 hours of instruction, all necessary tools, and use of our BERNINA sewing machines; does not include pattern, fabric or notions. Pattern must be purchased from Open Studio Patterns and printed in advance of the workshop. Remaining materials will be available for purchase at our shop and during class with a 10% student discount.
All class registrations are final; please view our policy for more information.
Meet Your Instructor
Diana Rodgers is a fiber artist and educator who grew up on Long Island and is now based in Bronx, NY. Since receiving a BFA from The Fashion Institute of Technology, Diana has pursued three creative career paths: fashion designer, manufacturer, and sewing educator. Sewing is the common thread among all three.
Most of her days are spent teaching people of all ages how to sew, but Diana finds time to work on soft sculptures, embroideries, and quilts. Career highlights include teaching over 1000 people how to use a sewing machine, and selling her products to MoMA Design Store.
Find her work on Instagram @wonderthreads and dianarodgers.com
Special Thanks
Thank you to BERNINA for furnishing Brooklyn Craft Company's sewing machines. Visit BERNINA online at WeAllSew.com.