Shirt Making 101 with Sonya Philip

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Discover the joy of making your own clothes in this hands-on sewing workshop led by artist and maker Sonya Philip. Drawing from her lifelong love of handcrafted design, Sonya will guide you through the process of creating a simple yet beautiful garment – perfect for beginners and seasoned sewists alike. In this class, you'll learn how to cut pattern pieces, finish seams, and craft your own bias tape to finish the neckline. With just four seams and a hem, this uncomplicated project is an ideal introduction to sewing your own wardrobe. Learn to sew your own clothes, starting with this uncomplicated garment - just four seams and a hem. The neck is finished with a bias tape facing. Students will learn how to cut pattern pieces, finish seams and make their own bias tape. Note: Please bring your own fabric based on fit and size. Sonya gives this list below. Fabric: medium to light weight cotton lawn or voile, linen, rayon or natural fiber blend XS: 1 1/2 yards; S-M: 1 1/2 yards; L-XL: 1 3/4 yards; 2X-3X: 1 3/4 yards; 4X: 1 3/4 yards; 5X: 2 yards Sizes (measurement at full bust): XS: 32 inches S: 35 inches M: 38 inches L: 41 inches XL: 44 inches 2X: 47 inches 3X: 50 inches 4X: 53 inches 5X: 56 inches Also, you are welcome to be bring your own sewing machine to class. BIO: Sonya Philip has always been drawn to making things, inspired by her architect father and designer mother. Raised in a family that valued craftsmanship, she developed a deep appreciation for handmade work. Sonya studied drawing and printmaking before earning an MFA in Creative Writing from Mills College. A self-taught artist, she embraces the freedom to explore and blend mediums, focusing on what she calls ‘conceptual craft.’ Sonya lives in San Francisco with her husband and three children. Learn more at www.sonyaphilip.com.