VIRTUAL WORKSHOP: Sew a Charlie Caftan

Nothing says summer elegance quite as well as a dramatic caftan. The Charlie Caftan by Closet Core Patterns is a fresh take on this warm weather staple. Learn to make your own in this virtual workshop!

In this three-part workshop, you'll gain an understanding of sewing from a purchased pattern, AND you'll sew a super-cute caftan, custom made to fit your body. 

 You'll learn how to:

• Measure the body accurately to create a perfect fit
• How to print and assemble a PDF pattern (or use a printed pattern if you prefer!)
• Work from a commercial pattern, including size selection, deciphering instructions, cutting from paper pattern pieces, and more
• Understand garment sewing basics such as proper fabric prep, pinning, cutting, ironing and troubleshooting
• Become familiar with sewing jargon commonly found in commercial patterns
• Sew a deep V neckline, dolman sleeves, a center panel, and room inseam pockets
• Sew pleats or a gathered bodice depending on the dress version selected

This is a three-part workshop taking place on the following dates:

Thursday 5/13 at 6:30pm-7:30pm - The instructor will demo how to cut out pattern pieces and fabric. Students are to complete these steps at their own pace between the first and second session.

Saturday 5/15 at 4pm-6:30pm - Students will sew along with the instructor during this session. There may be sewing homework to complete before the next session.

Sunday 5/16 at 4pm-6:30pm- Students will sew along with the instructor during this session. Some steps may be finished after class at your own pace-- you will receive a recording of the workshop to reference as needed.

Skill Requirements

Suitable for confident beginners. Please note this is not a learn-to-sew class. Students must have basic machine sewing knowledge and be comfortable using a sewing machine. 

Materials + Tools Required

**Save 10% on supplies purchased from Brooklyn Craft Company with code CAFTAN10**

• Charlie Caftan Pattern 
  

• 1.75 - 3.75 yd (depending on size, version and fabric width-- see size charts in photos above) light to medium weight wovens with nice drape such as linen, chambray, rayon, etc.

• Lightweight fusible interfacing

• 1 spool of all-purpose sewing thread

• Marking tool like tailors chalk or a disappearing ink pen

• Fabric scissors

• Straight pins

• Sewing machine -- please make sure your machine is in good working order before registering for this workshop :)

• Iron and ironing board or mat

Class Details

Date & Time: Three evenings-- see dates above! Please note: the date you select a the top of the page is the first of three parts for this workshop.

Location: Anywhere! This workshop will be hosted virtually via Zoom! Details will be emailed after you register
Cost: $95 

Max # of students: 8

All class registrations are final; please view our policy for more information.

MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Diana Rodgers is a teaching artist living in Greenpoint, Brooklyn.  Since earning a BFA in apparel design from FIT, she has enjoyed a varied creative career including fashion designer, entrepreneur, and teacher.  The ‘common thread’ among all these endeavors is sewing.  Diana currently teaches weekly sewing classes to children and adults, covering everything from clothing to accessories to quilts.   When not teaching, she creates sewn illustrations (or appliqué), inspired by all the things that make her feel nostalgic.  You can check 'em out on Instagram @wonderthreads