IN PERSON: Make Comfy Pants with Kristen Takakuwa

IN PERSON: Class, Saturday, January 7th, 12:30PM - 5:30PM

Ace Makerspace, 6050 Lowell St, Oakland

Jump into sewing in the new year by learning how to construct pants! Pants No. 1 by 100 Acts of Sewing is THE perfect pattern for learning how to sew a simple and casual pant. Just say no to sweatpants! Pants No. 1 are an updated staple for your work-from-home wardrobe. They go from home office to around the town errands effortlessly. Made in a linen or linen blend fabric, they have an easy-breezy casual look. Or, you can make them in flannel for a cozy pj or lounge pant! Either way, teacher Kristen will have you sewing with confidence by the end of class.

In this class you will learn how to:

• Read & understand sewing pattern and instructions
• Make length adjustments to your pattern pieces
• Layout and cut pattern pieces from your fabric
• Create an elastic waistband
• Sew a smooth even hemline

Skill level: ✂️✂️

You have a few projects under your belt. You aready know how to thread and use a sewing machine and you're ready to learn more advanced basics.

Supplies: We will be making the 100 Acts of Sewing: Pants No. 1. You will receive the supply list once you sign up.

Sewing Machines: If you would like to use one of the sewing machines at Ace Makerspace (we highly recommend this for beginng sewists) please select the Use Ace Machine ticket. If you are comfortable and would like to use your own sewing machine please select the Use My Machine ticket. DO NOT purchase a Use My Machine ticket if you don't have a machine, it isn't working properly or you aren't comfortable operating it. We don't have extra machines you can use. If we have sold out of Use My Machine tickets, and you want to use your own machine, you may purchase a Use Ace Machine ticket. 

About the instructor: 

Kristen Takakuwa is one of the original founders of Hello Stitch and learned to sew at the age of 8. Sewing has been a lifelong habit ever since! She has been teaching sewing to adults and kids for over 10 years and loves nothing more than sharing her skills and enthusiasm for sewing with others.

Location:

This class is being held at the Ace Makerspace located at 6050 Lowell St, #206, Oakland CA 94608. Located where Oakland, Berkeley and Emeryville come together and just a short hop from Ashby BART. Ace Makerspace is a nonprofit whose mission is bringing people together to create, learn and solve life’s challenges with an amazing array of tools, technology, and project-based education. All in inclusive spaces, serving everybody in Oakland and beyond. You are required to open a free guest account prior to class.

Cancellation Policy:

Class fees are non-refundable. However you may transfer the class to a friend if you let us know in advance (please ask them to set up a guest account at Ace Makerspace).