Beginner - TEEN Easy PJ Pants Series

Tween / Teen PJ Pants – Three-Part Beginner Series In this beginner-friendly tween / teen class for kids ages 12+ students will learn how to use a sewing machine, get introduced to garment sewing patterns, and make a pair of classic pull-on PJ pants. This three-part class is a great starting point for tweens and teens who are new to sewing or who have sewn a few simple projects and are ready to try making something wearable. We’ll begin with a small warm-up project to build confidence at the machine, then move into reading a pattern, choosing a size, cutting fabric, and sewing a pair of elastic waist pajama pants. Students will make a simple pair of PJ pants with an elastic waistband, perfect for learning the basics of garment sewing in a fun, low-pressure way. Skills You'll Learn: How to use a sewing machine How to sew straight seams and finish edges How to read a beginner garment sewing pattern How to choose a size and cut out a pattern How to cut fabric from a pattern How to sew simple pants How to sew an elastic waistband How to hem pants Who It’s For Tweens and teens who are beginners or newer sewists and want to learn how to sew a simple garment. No garment sewing experience is needed. This class is designed to walk students through the process step by step, starting with sewing machine basics and a simple warm-up project before moving into the PJ pants. Materials are included with this class. Students will have a choice of fabrics. Provided: Sewing pattern, fabric, sewing machines, thread, fabric shears, pins/clips, marking tools, measuring tape, irons, elastic, and instructor guidance throughout the series. Needed: Nothing Class Details Level: Beginner Ages: Tweens / Teens ages 12+ Max Class Size: 6 Duration: 3 sessions, 3 hours each Class Breakdown Week 1: Sewing Machine Basics + Pattern Intro We’ll start by learning how to use the sewing machine and make a simple warm-up project, such as fabric bookmarks, to practice stitching. Then we’ll introduce garment sewing patterns, review the PJ pants pattern, choose sizes, and cut out the paper pattern pieces. Week 2: Cutting Fabric + Begin Sewing Students will cut out their PJ pants fabric, learn how to transfer any needed markings, and begin the first steps of sewing the pants. Week 3: Waistband, Hems + Finishing Students will finish sewing their PJ pants, including the elastic waistband, hems, and final details. By the end of the series, students will have learned the basics of sewing from a garment pattern and will leave with a finished pair of handmade PJ pants. Have questions about your class? Click below for details.