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Sew News Sew Along: Pagosa Pants

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I recently watched the Sew News Sew Along: Pagosa Pants class and it was an amazing experience! The instructors, Kate Zaynard and Amanda Carestio, were so knowledgeable and helpful. They guided us through the process of sewing the perfect summer pant, designed by Kimberly Payne of Straight Stitch Design. The pant features two leg width options, wide and tapered, and includes deep patch pockets, belt loops and a fabric belt. The digital download also includes pattern sizes 0-24, which made it easy for me to choose the perfect size for me.

Whether I was a beginner or an experienced pants sewer, Kate and Amanda offered tips and tricks to enhance my garment sewing experience. Their passion for sewing was evident in their teaching.

Kate Zaynard is the creative editor for Sew News and Creative Machine Embroidery and co-host of the Sew & Tell podcast. She has a background in theatrical costuming and has worked in a professional costume shop. Amanda Carestio is also a co-host of the Sew and Tell podcast. She learned how to sew from her mother at a young age and is currently sewing her way to a me-made wardrobe.

Overall, I would highly recommend this class to anyone looking to sew their own pants. The instructors were fantastic and the class was very informative. I can’t wait to try out more classes from Sew Daily in the future!

 

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Perfect Pattern Matching: Plaids, Stripes And Beyond

In this class, popular sewing instructor Amy Alan is here to help you create garments that look better than anything you’ll find on the rack. She starts by showing you how to choose the right sewing pattern for plaids, stripes, or prints and how to estimate the yardage you’ll need. From there, she guides you through the process of tracing your pattern pieces to ensure that your patterns match across seams.

But the fun doesn’t stop there! Amy takes you beyond the basics of pattern matching and shows you how to identify the type of stripes or plaids you’re working with, and how to create pattern layouts for matching these and other patterns with confidence. And for those who want to go the extra mile, Amy even shows you how to use the bias grain of your fabric to create pockets, plackets, and cuffs.

With step-by-step guidance on how to match patterns as you sew straight seams, curved seams, and even invisible zipper seams, this class is the ultimate guide to perfect pattern matching. So, whether you’re an experienced sewer or just starting out, this tutorial will help you take your skills to the next level.

Amy Alan is a talented instructor who teaches sewing at Modern Domestic in Portland, Ore., and blogs at Really Handmade. She’s been crafting since she was a child and has always had a passion for turning the everyday into art. So, what are you waiting for? Join Amy in the “Perfect Pattern Matching: Plaids, Stripes & Beyond” video tutorial and start creating garments that are truly one-of-a-kind! 

 

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