Unfold, cut, and stitch your way to being an expert at using paper sewing patterns and get one step closer to the wardrobe of your dreams!
At 6’2’’, Robyn Burgess struggled to find clothes that fit both her inseam and her bold style. Tired of never feeling comfortable in the clothes she owned and constantly contributing to the fast fashion industry, Robyn decided to start making her own clothes. What began as a side project has turned into an entire custom-made wardrobe and a sewing blog beloved by a community of other curious, fashion-forward creatives.
Now, with years of stylish pieces under her belt, she’s ready to teach you how to fill your closet with your own handmade clothes. From mastering different sewing techniques like darts and stay stitches to choosing your size to match your body, you’ll learn exactly how to use paper patterns to transform your fabric into clothing that’s tailor fit to you.
In this easy-to-follow class, Robyn reveals step-by-step how to use a paper pattern to guarantee a beautifully made final garment.
Working alongside Robyn you'll:
- Discover how to choose the best pattern for you
- Select the right fabric for your project
- Collect the extra notions you’ll need to sew your piece
- Prepare your paper pattern in a way that sets you up for future success
- Try your hand at the most important sewing skills you’ll need when sewing garments
Plus, get access to Robyn’s favorite free sewing patterns online so you can get sewing on the best pattern for you!
Whether you’re looking to customize the paper patterns you already have or just learn the fundamentals of working with paper patterns, Robyn will walk you through every step of the pattern sewing process with your ideal wardrobe in mind.
In this class, Robyn uses a classic sewing machine equipped with sewing thread and a bobbin and three yards of cotton fabric. Depending on the pattern you choose, you might need more or less fabric, interfacing, or notions like zippers and buttons. To continue your sewing journey, explore Robyn's Learning Path Sew Custom Clothing from Scratch.