Class Review: Beginner Serging

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BEGINNER SERGING

BY AMY ALAN

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My review today is for the Beginner Serging class provided by Craftsy (affiliate)

I have recently noticed that my beloved serger has not been working normally.  It is usually a workhorse, and I feel grateful to get it as a secondhand item for $100 bucks (though its original price is more than 12 times that!)

So, I thought, there must be something that I can learn from this class and use it on my little Pfaff.

The instructor:

Amy Alan is the instructor of this class. She is able to provide useful information about sergers, make interesting comparison among brands and make exemplary projects to show you all the capabilities of the serger.

You will easily get on board and start using yours!

If you would like to know more about Amy, you would like to visit her blog here.

The class:

This class has always shown as one of the ‘‘recommended classes” on Craftsy.  And no wonder why.  With the prices of sergers being as competitive as they are these days, sewists have felt it is a necessary item to have it you are really a sewing enthusiast (even though it is not!)

We can agree that sergers can make life easier…when you know what you are doing…

…and that is the place this class covers completely.

IF you have had a serger for years without using it, or maybe taking it out of the box occasionally;  then, this class would be a great acquisition.

The class is interesting, though I felt I knew more of the topics.  It was my mistake though, I should have known that I have overpass the beginner serging stage by now 🙂

However, it can be a great referral class for a tough day at your sewing station.

The Lessons:

Lesson 1: Introduction

Lesson 2: Your Serger & How it Works

Lesson 3. Basic Stitches

Lesson 4. Decorative Stitches

Lesson 5. Troubleshooting Your Serger

Lesson 6. Exposed Zipper Bag

Lesson 7. Ombré Ruffled Apron

Lesson 8. Striped Knit Scarf

Lesson 9. Bonus – Serger Feet

 

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Thank you for visiting On the Cutting floor.  This is the Craftsy Class Review: Easy Fitting the Palmer/Pletsch Way: Pants

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This is the review of the Craftsy Class:  Easy Fitting, the Palmer / Pletsch way:  Pants.

I wanted to review this class for you, because I became a fan of the Palmer / Pletsch way to fit pants since I bought their famous book.

I was happy to find this book on a thrift store some years ago.  The book is very useful and practical, showing great examples of pant fitting.

I was able to find exactly the solution to the issues I had with my pants.

Knowing that Palmer / Pletsch method was easy to follow and very convenient (there is no muslin fitting) I wanted to watch the Craftsy Class and learn a bit more about it.

THE CLASS:

The class is instructed by Melissa Watson, Pati Palmer’s daughter.  She has a very interesting background in fashion and has created patterns for ______________

Craftsy’s Description of the class is the following:

” Discover techniques for creating perfect-fitting pants quickly, easily and consistently. No muslins or trial-and-error necessary! Join sewing experts Pati Palmer and Melissa Watson as they teach you to use tissue-fitting techniques for different body types and a variety of figure variations. Start with how to choose the correct pattern size for your body and even how to fit yourself without a partner. Build the skills to recognize when pattern areas such as the thighs, tummy, backside, crotch length and more need adjustment. Then, learn to make all the necessary alterations right on the tissue pattern! The results are pants with a flattering fit, every time from front to back and top to bottom.”

WHAT I LOVED ABOUT THE CLASS:

Fitting yourself:  Probably 99% of the time, the fitting process is made by myself, alone at home.  I do not have a sewing buddy to help me to check the fitting of the pattern.  During the class, Melissa teaches how to fit the pattern yourself.

I thought that it was great.

It was an easy class to follow:  The examples were great to understand different fitting issues and how the Palmer / Pletsch way can be easily adapted to any pants.

Free Pattern:  The class comes with the pattern used on the examples.  Great way to start!  So, you can follow it at home and do the changes you will need.

The waistband method:  In lesson 7, there is a waistband method that you won’t want to miss, trust me.  I will be making my next pair of pants with it.

THE LESSONS:  Here are some screenshots of the class:

Lesson 1. Introduction to Tissue Fitting

Lesson 2. Fitting Yourself

Lesson 3. Pati’s Fitting

Lesson 4. Jan’s Fitting

Lesson 5. Jamie’s Fitting

Lesson 6. Fabric Fittings

Lesson 7. Finished Pants & Final Tips

SPECIAL DISCOUNT

GET THIS CLASS FOR 24.99 UNTIL 1/26.  PATTERN INCLUDED.

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This is the review of Couture Dressmaking Techniques by Alison Smith at Craftsy Sewing Classes.

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This is the second class I have watched from Allison Smith.  The first one, Couture Finishing techniques was a deal breaker for me.  I learned a considerable amount of techniques through it as I very much enjoyed the whole class.

This new class, specifically made to teach techniques on dressmaking.  I believe this class can be very useful if you are working on a current dress project or you would like to learn a few more tricks about couture dressmaking.

The part that I have enjoyed the most was boning.  Allison mentioned that boning is one of her favorite couture techniques…and it shows!

She really made it very clear and easy to understand for a complete newbie on the topic.

I have also loved the way she makes the darts.  Very obvious but it blew my mind.

I will highly recommend this class to anyone who wants to upgrade her sewing skills and take them to the next level.

What you will get with this class:

Lesson 1. Introduction & Making a Muslin

Lesson 6. Stunning Sleeves

The Couture Dressmaking Techniques is for sale at 33% off.

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Craftsy Class Review: Sew Quick, Quicker, Quickest

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Thank you for visiting us today at On the Cutting Floor.  This is the Craftsy Class Review: Sew Quick, Quicker, Quickest

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On that page you will find our collection of free sewing patterns for women, kids and men.

You can also visit our SEWING TUTORIALS and our SEWING REVIEWS.

We also have an ETSY STORE, where you will find unique and modern sewing pattern for women.

It has fast become one of my favorite Craftsy Classes.

Craftsy Class Review: Sew Quick, Quicker, Quickest

There is something about giving people options to sew in different ways that it is appealing to me.  It empowers the viewers as well as liberating them from steps on the process that have been troublesome.

The class is especially useful for beginner and intermediate sewists, since it will help them to learn a few tricks and tips to simplify and fasten the sewing process without making your projects to look less professional.

THE INSTRUCTOR

I have enjoyed the class very much.  There were a few tips that I knew from before, but Sue Hausmann (the instructor) has a great pace for the class, and a good sense of humor through the lessons, that made it easier to watch the lessons completely.

Besides, I appreciated her energy and clarity on the steps.

I loved when she mentioned that ”there is no right way to sew, but what is right for you” Yay for wisdom!

     4. Lesson 4: Darts and Ease

     5. Lesson 5: Facings

    6. Lesson 6: Waistbands

     7. Lesson 7: Zippers

SOME THINGS I LEARNED WITH THIS CLASS

Stay Stitching

The three steps zig-zag

the magic of the drier sheet

Basting

Pin basting is a very, very clever way to speed up the process, until you watch the quickest way to baste…

No more to say than just visit this amazon store  (affiliate) and Check on this Craftsy Class to get the idea.

Darts and Ease

How to add some easy on a dartless top

And much more!

I hope this review has helped you to know more about the class and decide the best for you.

Happy Sewing!

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Thanks for visiting On the Cutting Floor today.  This is my  review for the “Sew Better, Sew Faster:  Advanced Industry Techniques” a class produced by Craftsy, featuring Janet Prey, founder of President of Janet & Company, Inc. (Islander Sewing Systems)

If this is your first time in our blog, remember to check our FREE SEWING PATTERNS page.

On that page you will find our collection of free sewing patterns for women, kids and men.

You can also visit our SEWING TUTORIALS and our SEWING REVIEWS.

We also have an ETSY STORE, where you will find unique and modern sewing pattern for women.

Janet Prey has already published three classes on Craftsy, specializing on Garment Industry Techniques.

Some of her more valuable tips:

INTERFACING: ON THE FACING OR THE MAIN PIECE?

THE BURRITO TECHNIQUE

When she was explaining the technique, and I was having that ”revelation” moment…I wanted to run to the sewing machine and rip of the Sofia skirt facing and make it again with THAT technique.

This part, for me, pays off the price of the class.  It will make my work so much faster! and the finished garment looks very professional.

WHY YOU NEED TO TRIM YOUR CORNERS

SUSHI AND SEWING ARE GREAT COMPANIONS

FORGET WHAT YOU KNOW ABOUT FRENCH SEAMS

WELT BUTTONS CAN BE SO EASY!

I have learned more from her classes that I had in the one-on-one sewing lessons that I used to have (I wish I knew this before spending $500!)

Her classes make me always feel like I am sewing with my aunt, in a comfy sewing room.

She has this supportive, yet very clear point with the techniques shown.  Her classes feel very personal and I love that; She sews and explains everything with such a confidence, that I truly trust what she is doing.

This is the list of lessons including in this class:

 Review: Sew Better, Sew Faster: Advanced Industry Techniques by Janet Pray

Other classes from Janet Pray:

1. Sew better, sew faster:  Smart construction

2.  Sew Better, Sew Faster:  Garment Industry Secrets

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Happy Sewing!