Beyond K&S Workshop Information Sheet

Learn to Handle Stretch Fabrics: Make Leggings With Lorna Knight

Friday 20 November | 10:30 – 12:00

About

Machine sew a pair of three-quarter length leggings and in the process learn how to handle two-way stretch knit fabric. With guidance, you will select the appropriate size for your figure and out the two fabric pieces required before the start of the session. During the class you will learn how to fit, adjust, then construct these simple leggings, finishing with an elastic waist and top stitched hems. Suitable for intermediate level (those with some knowledge of dressmaking).

Materials

Materials can be purchased from suppliers of the Beyond K&S Shopping Hub, available here: www.theknittingandstitchingshow.com/shopping-hub

You will need:

• 1 m of 150cm wide (60”) stretch fabric (two-way stretch knit with Lycra) • 1m waist elastic (2cm wide) • 1 reel Gütermann sew-all in a matching shade • Kwik Sew 3661 for three-quarter length leggings (from www.sewdirect.com) • Schmetz stretch needle size 12/80 • 50cm Tear away stabiliser • machine with a range of stretch stitches

Advanced preparation

• together the materials and equipment necessary for the class

• Read Lorna’s Choosing your Size notes in the supporting file before cutting out your pattern. Then cut out legging pieces in the appropriate size ready for construction during the class

• Set up your with matching thread and fit a stretch needle.

Tutor contacts

Web: www.lornaknight.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/thelornaknightsewingacademy www.facebook.com/yoursewingneedsleek

Twitter: https://twitter.com/LKSewingAcademy

Learn to Handle Stretch Fabric – Make Leggings with Lorna Knight I'm so glad you're joining me to make a pair of leggings. This additional information will help you to be properly prepared for the class.

Please order Kwik Sew 3661 (available from sewdirect.com) to make a pair of three quarter length leggings. (If you prefer a longer length, make these shorter ones first, during the class, to get the hang of the techniques then make your preferred style later.) Fabric and Choose a two-way stretch fabric - see guidelines below for choosing a suitable type and quantity. You will also require elastic for the waist and thread in a suitable colour. Choose the most appropriate size Check the back of the pattern for the most appropriate size to suit your figure and be aware that this may not be the 'off the shelf' size you'd normally purchase from a shop. Use your hip measurement (at the widest part) and check which size you fall into. For example, if your hip circumference is 39”(99cm) cut out the pattern pieces for 'Medium'. Cut your leggings pieces out ready for the class.

Final tips Cut tear away stabiliser into 1” (2cm) strips to use under your seams to prevent the fabric stretching and check the wide stretch stitches your sewing machine has to offer as these are perfect for sewing flat seams for sportswear.