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Learn to Sew a Classic Blazer | Sewing Class
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Includes the Jasika Blazer in PDF or print format.
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Are you curious about tailoring but don't know where to begin? Do you want to grow and expand your skillset and push your sewing practice to the next level? Want to learn how to make a gorgeous blazer that fits you like a dream?
Welcome to the class designed to demystify the fine art of speed tailoring! Spoiler alert: it's not as hard as you think, and the skills and techniques you'll learn will truly level up your entire sewing practice. That high-end blazer you've always wanted is just a few hours away, only this time it's constructed and fit for your exact body, using professional, industry-level techniques and secrets.
Learn to Sew a Classic Blazer is a comprehensive online class that guides you through the process of sourcing, stitching and finishing your own custom made blazer using modern speed tailoring techniques. No need for pad stitching or fiddly sew-in interfacings - you'll learn how to use fusible interfacings to quickly add structure and shape to a blazer that will fit like it was made for you (because it was!)
By following along using the included Jasika Blazer pattern (although the skills and techniques can be applied to any blazer pattern), Heather Lou of Closet Core Patterns teaches each lesson in simple language everyone can understand, so both advanced and novice sewists alike will feel confident creating beautiful, custom-made blazers from the comfort of their own home.
Work at your own pace – anytime, anywhere, on any device – and learn the ins and outs of creating structure with readily available and easy to apply fusible interfacings, along with industry level speed tailoring techniques & skills you'll use forever.
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You'll learn...
- How to find the perfect size for your body, grade in-between sizes, and make a test muslin
- Basic jacket fitting, with an in-depth downloadable ebook to help you identify and solve any potential fit issues
- Best methods for prepping, marking, and cutting fabric and interfacings
- How to create structure and dimension in a tailored jacket using fusible interfacings you can apply at home with a regular iron
- Two different styles of welt pockets
- How to confidently sew a gorgeous notched collar that rolls beautifully at the lapel
- Classic hand-stitching techniques for a truly flawless finish
- How to sew and set-in a beautifully fitting two-piece sleeve
- How to insert sleeveheads and shoulder pads for professional-looking results (including free patterns for both!)
- Tips for adding painless and professional-looking details like buttonholes, buttons, and topstitching
- Industry techniques like how to quickly bag a coat lining with a minimum of handstitching
Included Patterns:
While you can use any pattern to follow along (including patterns for men, since the skills are the same), we've included our bestselling Jasika Blazer with your enrollment. Featuring all the landmark details of a classic blazer, it has a timeless, semi-fitted silhouette with lots of opportunity for customization, and can easily go from casual to formal depending on fabric choice.
Please choose the format of your pattern when you enroll; print patterns will be shipped directly to you, while an instant gratification PDF can be printed at home or at a local copy shop. See our guide to printing and assembling PDF patterns here.
Also Included:
- A comprehensive Blazer Fitting Ebook to help you diagnose dozens of common fitting issues, along with instructions on how to assess fit, how to make a muslin, and a Blazer Fitting Checklist to print and use while fitting your jacket
- Printable cutting list to help you keep track of pattern pieces
- Detailed supply guide to help you source fabric and supplies
- Free patterns for sleeveheads and shoulder pads
- Watch anywhere video lessons with closed captioning
Class Benefits:
Meet Your Instructor
Heather Lou is the force behind Closet Core Patterns and Core Fabrics. As a pattern designer and sewing educator, she has been writing and teaching about sewing for over a decade, and has taught thousands of people to sew, both online and in sold-out sewing workshops across North America & Europe. Her work has been featured in Threads, Sew News, Seamwork, Love Sewing and Sewing World magazine.
With her contagiously positive attitude, Heather’s teaching style is fun, approachable, and filled with helpful tips and techniques to help you transform the outfits in your imagination into a self-made wardrobe you love — not one you’re limited to buying off the rack.
Frequently Asked Questions
I'm excited about making my own blazer! How do I sign up to get started?
Welcome to the class that changes everything about how you make a classic blazer! To get sewing, click on the button at the top or bottom of this page, choose your pattern format, and you'll be automatically enrolled in yourclass after checkout. The link to login to the class will be sent to you via email. Please check your spam folder if you don't receive it after finalizing your purchase.
When does the class start and end?
The beauty of Closet Core Patterns’ online classes is that you call the shots on when they begin and end. Learn to Sew a Classic Blazer is a completely self-paced, online class, which means you get to decide when you start, when you finish, and how many times you replay it.
What will I need to get started?
Before you get started, we’ll share a complete supply list, along with information about where and how to source everything on said list. At the very least, you’ll need a sewing machine, iron, tailor's ham, tailor's clapper or point presser, pinking shears and regular shears, marking tool, tailoring fabric, and interfacing.
How long does the class take to complete?
It’s up to you! To give you an idea of how long the class is start to finish, the videos run around 5.75 hours total and comprise of 13 lessons. Binge watch them in a weekend, or do a little at a time. You can return to the class as many times as you’d like, and there’s no time limit for you to complete in.
How do I get my pattern?
Please choose between a PDF pattern you can print at home, or a print pattern we'll ship directly to you. If you select the PDF format, you'll be able to download your patterns immediately after checkout, or by using the download link sent to you via email. Print patterns will be shipped in 5-10 days.
Can I use any pattern when following along with class?
This class focuses on construction and technique, and while we use the Jasika Blazer to demonstrate on camera, you can follow along using absolutely any blazer pattern you prefer, including a men's pattern.
How long can I access the class?
All day, ‘erryday. But for real, this class includes lifetime access. After you enroll, the class is yours, which means you’ve got unlimited access for as long as you like, across all devices for all of eternity.
Customer Reviews
I just finished my blazer. It took me about three months (because I truly took my time, and I have a full-time job and three children. My heart is so full. Thank you so much for this Master Class. I am sure this was a labor of love for you to produce and research, and we are all benefiting. By completing this blazer, I learned so much and am so pleased with the result. Keep doing what you are doing, Closet Core. I am grateful.
The pattern is great, and the class is awesome. Highly recommend!
This class is worth every single penny. I learned so much more than how to sew a blazer!
The Jamila blazers class was really great. I learned so much and Heather is an excellent instructor. I look forward to talking more classes. My blazer turned out beautifully!
I'm a fairly experienced if new sewer and I've made lots of outerwear already so I wasn't sure if I needed this class to make my first blazer but I am SO glad I did. Heather's instructions and demonstrations were invaluable and I learned so much. Absolutely thrilled with the final result and planning to make another now.
Learn to Sew a Classic Blazer | Sewing Class
I have made 3 of the blouses so far in different fabrics and they have all came out great. I found there is a lot of wearing ease built into the design, so I did size down from my usual closet core size of 16, to 14, based on garment measurements. With some careful placement I was able to create 2 of the blouses (with short sleeves) with less than 1.5m of fabric! I am so happy to find a pattern that I can use to get rid of the remnants I have in my stash, that isn't some sort of tank top. As always the instructions are clear and detailed. I will be making the full dress next!
I own and love a lot of Deer and Doe patterns and the Magnolia didn't disappoint. I made view B maxi length in a light silk satin for a wedding. It's was easy to make and easier to fit. The instructions, as always, were clear and well illustrated. I have a few more Magnolia dresses planned in cotton lawn.
It's a perfect pattern for a beginner, and it's free. What more could you wish for?
This was my first time using a pattern to make an item of clothing. It went great! Now for figuring out how to install a zipper!
Well written instructions. Great pattern. Was pleased with the results
Fait le Fumeterre avec une ramie assez lourde, et le résultat est particulièrement monumental! J'ai une adaptation à mi-mollet dans mon planning.