{"product_id":"advanced-beginner-easy-caftan-copy","title":"Intermediate - Madrone Pants","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMadrone Pants – Three-Part Intermediate Series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReady to make a pair of comfy, everyday pants with really cool details? In this intermediate class, we’ll be making the Madrone Pants by Sew Liberated, a relaxed barrel-leg pant with an easy elastic waist and drawstring detail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a great class if you’ve sewn a few garments and are ready to build your pants-making skills. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven though this pattern is designed for confident beginners, we’re listing this as an intermediate class because it has a lot more details than a more standard easy \/ beginner pants pattern, with creative possiblities for pattern play, colorblocking and contrast stitching details. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkills You'll Learn:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to sew and construct pants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to sew pockets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to sew an elastic waistband\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to sew a drawstring detail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to sew and finish pant hems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBasic pants fitting and construction tips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It’s For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdvanced beginner sewists who already know how to use a sewing machine and have some garment sewing experience and have previously made a beginner pants pattern of some sort. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou should feel comfortable threading and using a sewing machine independently, sewing basic seams, following pattern instructions, and pressing as you sew. You will not be taught how to sew from scratch in this class, so please be sure you have basic sewing experience and have sewn at least a few simple projects or garments before this class.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvided: Sewing pattern, sewing machines, sergers, coordinating thread, fabric shears, pins\/clips, marking tools, measuring tape, irons, and instructor guidance throughout class.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeeded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your own fabric. Please bring your fabric to the first class, pre-washed if your fabric calls for washing. We will attach the yardage chart so you know how much fabric to bring for your size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(We wil supply the elastic and drawstring.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSee the size chart attached for yardage. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWe recommend a medium-weight woven fabric that has no stretch. The drape or hand of the fabric will impact the look of the final garment — softer fabrics will fall more gently, and more stable fabrics will emphasize the leg shaping. Some wonderful choices are sandwashed linen or cotton, light canvas, light twill (like Ventana twill), or Essex cotton-linen blend.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLevel: Intermediate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMax Class Size: 6\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuration: 3 sessions, 3 hours each\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass Breakdown\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeek 1: Pattern Intro + Cutting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe’ll review the Madrone Pants pattern, talk through fabric choice, choose your size, and cut out your pattern and fabric. Please bring your fabric to this first class, pre-washed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeek 2: Pants Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe’ll begin sewing the pants, including pockets, pant legs, seams, and construction details. We’ll also talk through basic pants fitting and helpful construction tips.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeek 3: Waistband, Drawstring + Finishing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe’ll finish the pants with the elastic waistband, drawstring detail, hems, pressing, and final fit check.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy the end of the series, you’ll have a finished pair of handmade pants and more confidence sewing pants from a pattern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e*Images by Sew Liberated and one of your instructor, Kady, in the pants. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHave questions about your class? Click below for details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Topstitch ATL","offers":[{"title":"10a-1pm - Sundays - October 18th, 25th \u0026 Nov 1st [with Kady]","offer_id":45130472390722,"sku":null,"price":295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1979\/3985\/files\/Screenshot2026-09-01at1.16.24PM.png?v=1788284072","url":"https:\/\/topstitchatl-classes.com\/products\/advanced-beginner-easy-caftan-copy","provider":"Topstitch Studio ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}