Crew Pattern Library

I have tended to stay away from sewing knits as I was always disappointed in my t shirts. This class has clarified so much I didn't know and given me the confidence to try again. I realised that of all the classic shirts in woven fabrics that I have made, I would really prefer to wear t shirts. Investing in this class is a game changer. I especially like the attitude that you are going to make mistakes and your first t shirts are going to be not too great. But Heather gave me permission to fail or to make slightly dodgy t shirts but to persevere with more knowledge and to improve each time.

Soft and cozy - perfect for pjs

Title says it all. This was purchased to make cozy jersy pj bottoms for my whole family, and it was a hit! Too bad it was deadstock, but I'd watch for something similar again for sure.

Soft as a dream!

This crepe is so soft and flowy! My only disappointment is that the selvedge was cut off, so there was a raw edge on all four sides. This made it a bit annoying to prewash as it is very prone to fraying, and it also made establishing grain quite a pain due to characteristics in the weave (due to it being crepe). Given that it is quite shifty and delicate, I was hesitant to play with it too much and end up warping it.

Brilliant class

I've really enjoyed this class. Learning how to do a bound neckline was an excellent technique that I'm now going to use a lot. Lots of useful information about fabric choice and the differing effect of various fabrics, even in the same sizes. I've just finished 2 Amelie tops and am starting on a third. The 2nd top was a very challenging fabric, lots of stretch but no recovery. It wouldn't have been wearable expect for the information I gleaned from the class re the importance of stabilisation, which allowed me to figure out how to make the neckline work. Also as a result of this I figured out how to use a double needle, which given a lovely high end finish to necklines. A very worthwhile class. This is the 2rd class I've gotten (how to sew, how to sew trousers) and they have all been excellent. Kudos to Heather Lou and the team !

This is it. Stop searching. You found it.

OK, stop searching endlessly for a book or course that will teach you to sew knits the way a design school would. This is it. No more collecting tiny scraps of useful information from hundreds of different sources, then trying to piece everything together in your mind and hoping it all works. If you want meaty yet manageable instruction for grown-ups, this is it. Heather has now officially “made eye contact” with all of us through her brilliant Gestalt classes and now I vote we make her break down all the confusing, scary, and overwhelming things in life (like seeing with knits) for us. Heather and co…thank you for making these courses. I imagine thousands of hours went into their creation and it definitely shows. You have officially set the standard!

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