The Denim Lab: Jeans Making 101 w/ Jan

If you've ever wanted to sew your own pair of jeans, but don't want them to look "home-made" and aren't sure where to start, then this class is just for you!

The Denim Lab: Jeans Making 101 with Jan is the perfect way to learn how to correctly choose your fabrics, learn to topstitch, rivet, and hem your jeans to get that professionally done look. We will cover how to sew zipper flys, set in rivets, when and where to topstitch with the thicker thread, and so much more! The class will cover fabric and pattern selection, and you will even receive help from Jamie & Elizabeth at the shop if you have any fit issues.

By the end of the class you should have a finished pair of jeans that are ready to strut the streets in! The class will begin on a Tuesday where we do an info session where we go over fabrics and patterns. This will be two days before the sewing starts so that way you can prewash your fabric and receive fitting help. If you would like help fitting your jeans, you can schedule a time with Jamie/Elizabeth at the shop to help tissue fit or muslin fit the jeans before the class starts. We will be sewing that Friday and Saturday on the jeans themselves, and the goal will be to have them finished by the end of the day Saturday! This means there will be a lot of sewing to do, and there will be time to each lunch - but it is not recommended to take an extended lunch if you want to finish your jeans.

Below is the class schedule and the supplies needed. We have classroom machines that you can use if you do not want to bring your own, please just let us know if you'd like to use them so we can have them set up for you!

Please let us know if you have any other questions, you can call us at (913)494-2656 or email us at info@legacyfabrics.com

Class Schedule: 

• Tuesday October 20th 3pm-5pm:
  • Info Session where we talk about patterns, fabrics, supplies, and fit.
    • If you need help fitting your pattern Jamie and Elizabeth will be available that week to help tissue/muslin fit you!
• Friday 23rd & Saturday 24th 10am-5pm:
  • Sewing days where you will learn and practice the techniques for sewing jeans. Everyone will be working through their personal pair of jeans following the Palmer/Pletsch Fit & Sew Custom Jeans Book. The goal is to finish your jeans by the end of class!
    • Lunches will not be provided. It is recommended you bring a sack lunch or grab food close to the shop!

15% off all supplies for the class from Legacy Fabrics!

Recommended Patterns: Closet Core Morgan Jeans - available at Legacy, Closet Core Rika Pants - available at Legacy, Closet Core Frankie Jeans, Style Arc Carslile Jeans - available at Legacy, Style Arc Elwood Jeans - available at Legacy, Cashmerette Ames Jeans - available at Legacy

Recommended Fabrics: Stretch or non stretch denims (depends on sewing pattern selected), Bull denims (just a tone on tone woven denim), Twills, Vienietian Herringbone Twills, Midweight Canvas, Heavy Weight Linen - All available at the shop!

Supplies Needed: Jeans Sewing Pattern, between 2-5 yards of denim (depends on width & pattern requirements, ~1/4-1/2yd pocket lining fabric, ~1/4-1/2yd interfacing, normal thread & topstitching thread, jeans button & rivets, and jeans zipper.

Other Optional Supplies: The Palmer/Pletsch Custom Fit Jeans book will be available for purchase as well. We will have sewing machines set up for heavy weight topstitching thread so you don’t have to switch out your machines! We will also have sergers set up with basic colors. If you need to use a classroom sewing machine please let us know so we can reserve one for you! We will also have a manual rivet setter at the store - if you have a press you are welcome to bring it! We also have muslin, swedish tracing paper, and pattern paper if you would like to test sew/fit your pattern.

Jan, the instructor, is a certified Palmer/Pletsch tissue fitting and sewing instructor and in this one day class, she will help you achieve a great fitting top. You’ll learn the skills to work on your own on garments that will flatter your body, no matter your size or shape. Classes are small and allow for personal attention as you work.

Class Cancellation Policy: Weather, Unexpected Events, and Travel Tips

Your safety and experience are very important to us. While we will do everything we can to keep classes running as planned, sometimes weather, illness, or unexpected events can cause changes. Here is how we handle those situations:

If We Need to Cancel

If bad weather makes it unsafe to hold the class, or if the instructor is unable to attend because of unforeseen circumstances, we will notify you as soon as possible, usually at least 24 hours before the class starts. In these situations, the class will be rescheduled. You’ll have a couple options if we need to cancel:  join the rescheduled class, or get a full refund.

If you need to Cancel

Refunds are available until 24 hours before the class. If possible, we will try to reschedule the class at a different date and time to get you in!

Communication

We’ll reach out about any changes using the contact information you provided during registration. Please double-check your details so we can keep you updated!