Youth Classes

The So You… Techniques Classes have been developed for youth who want to learn the principals of garment construction. There are 12 levels of apparel sewing and each of these levels build on the previous level learning. Students as young as 8 are suitable for this series of classes.  For those young designers we strongly recommend starting lessons in garment construction as soon as you realize you would like to enter this field of study in college. Any Level can be repeated.

Level 1 – Sewing a Basic Pair of Pull on Pants – Jammies
In this beginner class students will learn how to read a commercial pattern, as well as pin and layout  a pattern. Students  will also learn proper cutting and measuring.  Additionally students  will learn how to hem, sew proper seams and  work with elastic. The class is 2 – two hour sessions. So You.. supplies all materials for this beginner class. We do not however guarantee specific fabric colors or patterns. You are however welcome to use what we have in stock!
The fee for Level 1 is $80.00. [wp_cart:Youth Classes – Level1:price:80.00:end]


Level 2 – Sewing a Skirt
In this class students will reinforce what they learned in level 1, layout, pinning and cutting a commercial pattern, and will learn how to work with inter facings, beginning of body measurement and fitting. They will also insert a zipper! This class is 3 – two hour classes.
The fee for Level 2 is $140.00. [wp_cart:Youth Classes – Level 2:price:140.00:end]


Level 3 – Sewing a Bathrobe
In this class students will begin to work with the upper body. This class is 4 – two hour classes.
The fee for Level 3  is $160.00. [wp_cart:Youth Classes – Level 3:price:160.00:end]


Level 4 – Making a Dress
In this class we further develop skills working with the upper body on upper body measurements and fit.  The dress must have armholes or sleeves. Other than that criteria students create what they want!  Previous learning is reinforced and we learn to work with curves necklines and sleeve treatments. This is 4 two hour classes.
The fee for Level 4 is $175.00. [wp_cart:Youth Classes – Level 4:price:175.00:end]


Level 5  – Making a Shirt/ Blouse
A placket, collar and sleeves are necessary for successful completion of this level. Level 5 builds on the learning of level 4, as well as all previous learning,  with further emphasis on correct body measurement, proper fitting and construction.  Students will learn how to make button holes. This class is 4 two hour classes.
The fee for Level 5 is $180.00. [wp_cart:Youth Classes – Level 5:price:180.00:end]


Level  6 – Make a Pair of Constructed Pants/Jeans
In this class students will be focusing on a proper fit for pants. Close attention need be paid to seam allowances, fit and students will be making a fly front zipper. This class is 5 -two hour classes.
The fee Level 6 is $185.00. [wp_cart:Youth Classes – Level 6:price:185.00:end]


Level 7 – Working with Knits
In this class students will make a knitted “set” active set, jog set, yoga set. It is important to work with a matching top and bottom for knitted fabrics. The class is 4 – two hour classes.
The fee for Level 7 is $155.00. [wp_cart:Youth Classes – Level 7:price:155.00:end]


Level 8  – Lets Make a Dressy Dress
In this class students will learn to work with novelty fabrics with substantial yardage. This is a perfect class to make your prom dress, communion,confirmation or just any party dress! This class is 5- two hour classes.
The fee for Level 8  is $190.00. [wp_cart:Youth Classes – Level 8:price:190.00:end]


Level 9 – Lets Make a Lined Skirt or Dress
This class will begin  the understanding of lining in a more structured dress. This class is 5 two hour classes.
The fee for Level 9 is $180.00. [wp_cart:Youth Classes – Level 9:price:180.00:end]


Level 10 – Lets Make a Lined Jacket/Coat
This class will be  6- two hour classes.
The fee for Level 10 is $195.00. [wp_cart:Youth Classes – Level 10:price:195.00:end]


Level 11 – Students will be Making Something for Someone Else
In this level, students will need to measure and fit an item of clothing of their choice to someone else.This class is 5 – two hour classes
The fee for Level 11 is $200.00. [wp_cart:Youth Classes – Level 11:price:200.00:end]


Level 12 – On your own!
Students will design and draft the pattern for their own apparel item This class is 6- two hour classes.
The fee for Level 12 is $240.00. [wp_cart:Youth Classes – Level 12:price:240.00:end]


 

Although we have schedule classes to be completed in a certain time frame it is possible that some classes will take longer  or shorter than planned.  Additional monies may need to be charged. Additionally, So You.. will supply  materials for the successful completion of the  level project but will not guarantee  fabric availability for all preferences.  Students are free to bring their own fabric, but prices will not be discounted if they do so.