T-shirt Basics (Knits for Novices Series)

Barbara Emodi

Sewing Author, Seasoned Educator, Designer

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Easy

3 Hours

No Fear Knits with Barbara!

Many sewists are apprehensive when it comes to sewing with knits because they worry that it’s harder to work with fabrics that stretch. The opposite is true. The stretch factor of knits can work with and for you. Knits sew up fast and fitting is easy–the rules are just different. In this course, your instructor, Barbara Emodi, will show you the techniques to work with knit fabrics–no serger necessary! Barbara is an experienced instructor and seasoned author with many published works.

In this first in a series, you will learn how to make a knit T-shirt or top with a ribbing or self-fabric neckband. This is a great introduction to the fabrics and the essential techniques unique to knit garment construction. During this course, you will gain an appreciation for how knits are different to work with than woven fabrics, but also that, once you know the tricks, knits make for fast, fun, and easy sewing.

What you will learn

Understand the different types of knit fabrics and gain confidence in fabric selection
How sewing knits differs from sewing woven fabrics
Sew a knit T-shirt or top with either a ribbing or self-fabric neckband with very professional results.
Finishing techniques, for cuffs, bands, and hems for a range of knit garments, casual to very dressy.
New skills for sewing any knit garment with ease and enjoyment
Learn what to look for in a pattern and find out Barbara's favorite pattern companies. There is no included pattern.
Includes unlimited to the course materials, direct contact with your instructor through in-course discussion rooms, and access to our private community boards where you can meet other Creative Sparklers.

Bonuses

When you register for this course, you’ll also get to download SEW … The Garment-Making Book of Knowledge eBook by Barbara Emodi. (A 23.99 value)

T-Shirt Basics (Knits for Novices Series-Part 1)

Nervous about sewing with knits? Knits sew up fast and fitting is easy–the rules are just different. You'll learn everything you need to know to sew a basic knit top with a ribbing or self-fabric neckband.

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Course Curriculum

Welcome to My Class!

1 Video 1 Text 1 Download
Chapter #1: Introduction to Knit Fabrics

3 Videos 1 Download
Chapter 2:Patterns for Knit Tops with Neckbands

1 Video 1 Download
Chapter #3. Stitching Knit Fabrics at the Machine

2 Videos 1 Download
Chapter #4: How to sew a Neckband

4 Videos 1 Download
Chapter #5. Completing your Top: Sleeves, Cuff and Hem Options

4 Videos
Next steps

2 Texts

Made a believer out of me

Barbara Emodi is so encouraging, she’s made a believer out of me. I was one of those sewists that avoided knits, thinking it was beyond my ability. Her thorough explanations not only give you the tools you need to sew knits, but also explain why you’re doing what you’re doing.

Anne Carlos

Outstanding class

Barbara Emodi has distilled a lifetime of sewing into a very enjoyable, informative class. I learned a lot, and I have been sewing for almost 50 years. I love the way Barbara encourages you to use your hands to cut and sew knit fabric in a way that resembles sculpture. Her explanations are clear, her garments are beautiful, and her book is my new favorite sewing resource. I would take any course that Barbara taught.

Nancy Goehring

Invaluable advice and lessons!

This is a great course! Barbara shares invaluable advice and lessons for sewing knits- the kind of expert information and tips never found in books and online. She is a phenomenal educator and I hope there are more future classes from her. +++

Susannah Heath

Well Worth the Money

Course was easy to understand. Downloads had everything in it so no need to take notes. It was well worth the money to me as someone who has no experience with sewing knits.

Martha Hegg

T-shirt Basics

Loved this course. Explaining the various types of stretch materials was especially helpful and the ratio of neckband finishes was a bonus.

Wendy Dyhr

Great teacher

Very informative. Loved the class. I learned alot!

Jenifer Lawrence

BIG SEWING KNOWLEDGE

Barbara Emodi is a thoughtful, caring instructor who brings a breath of fresh common sense to her classes.

As a former student in her live classes, I have never left without learning something new. As a guest lecturer, her breadth of knowledge is superb and well researched.

I am sure as an online course presenter, her classes will be informative and never boring!

Faye Morrison

PERSONAL CONNECTIONS

I try to take every opportunity to learn from Barb Emodi.

She 'thinks outside the box' when it comes to sewing and has so, so much information to share - which she does patiently and gracefully, all of it with a wonderful sense of humor!

Lorna McKillop, President of Atlantic Sewing Guild

EDUCATIONAL FUN

If you have an opportunity to attend or view one of Barb Emodi’s classes or presentations, say 'yes'.

Barb’s knowledge of all things sewing and her presentation style mean her workshops are educational and fun - time well spent.

Norma Horne

T shirt basics - part 1

Excellent review of knit fabrics and their use. Answered so many of my questions about knit fabrics.

Arlene F Ison

T-shirt Basics

Loved this course. Explaining the various types of stretch materials was especially helpful and the ratio of neckband finishes was a bonus.

Barbara Emodi

Sewing Author, Seasoned Educator, Designer

Course Curriculum

Welcome to My Class!

Chapter #1: Introduction to Knit Fabrics

Chapter 2:Patterns for Knit Tops with Neckbands

Chapter #3. Stitching Knit Fabrics at the Machine

Chapter #4: How to sew a Neckband

Chapter #5. Completing your Top: Sleeves, Cuff and Hem Options

Next steps

Made a believer out of me

Anne Carlos

Outstanding class

Nancy Goehring

Invaluable advice and lessons!

Susannah Heath

Well Worth the Money

Martha Hegg

T-shirt Basics

Wendy Dyhr

Great teacher

Jenifer Lawrence

BIG SEWING KNOWLEDGE

Faye Morrison

PERSONAL CONNECTIONS

Lorna McKillop, President of Atlantic Sewing Guild

EDUCATIONAL FUN

Norma Horne

T shirt basics - part 1

Arlene F Ison

T-shirt Basics

Wendy Dyhr

Core Garments: Top Variations, Skirts and Pants (Knits for Novices Series–part 2)

Barbara Emodi

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Barbara Emodi

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