{"product_id":"intro-to-bodice-fitting-ashton-top","title":"Intro to Bodice Fitting: Ashton Top","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIn this 4-week class, we’ll explore the art of a comfortable, personal fit and deep-dive into bodice construction using the Ashton Top pattern by Helen's Closet. You’ll learn how to read your body’s unique geometry and walk away with a breezy summer tank, plus a toolkit of fitting and finishing skills you can apply to any future bodice pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKILL LEVEL:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConfident beginner (ages 16+)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a great project if you’ve sewn a few garments and want to take your fitting skills to the next level.  For this class, you must be able to sew a straight seam and understand seam allowance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDATES\/TIMES: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSundays, 11 AM - 2 PM  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJuly 12, July 19, July 26, and August 2\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(4 sessions, 12 hours of total instructional time)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKILLS YOU WILL LEARN:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBodice fitting and adjustments\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDarts\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurved seams\u003cbr\u003eAll-in-one facing using the \"burrito\" method\u003cbr\u003eProfessional finishes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHAT TO BRING:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight to medium-weight cotton or linen will give a structured look; Tencel twill or rayon blends will give more drape.  Fabrics with more drape work better for tucking into skirts or pants, whereas stiffer fabrics showcase Ashton’s A-line shape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor fabric requirements, review the size chart and yardage on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/helensclosetpatterns.com\/products\/ashton-top\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe pattern website\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 yards of fabric to create test fit muslins (consider muslin fabric, bedsheets, or other thrifted fabric)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNotions: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThread in matching color\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBasic sewing kit: scissors, snips, seam ripper, pins, rulers, chalk (we also have these tools available to borrow in the studio)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHAT'S INCLUDED:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStudio sewing machines are provided. You may bring your own machine if you prefer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAshton Top Sewing Pattern (Printed A0 copy and digital copy - the studio will purchase and print your pattern for you so that each person has a copy)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCLASS SIZE: \u003c\/strong\u003e4-6 People\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTEACHER:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kristen K\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCANCELLATION POLICY: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you need to cancel, please contact the studio as soon as possible. Cancellations more than 3 days before the class starts will receive credit towards a future class. Cancellations less than 3 days are non-refundable. Each class must have at least three participants in order to run. Marengo Studio reserves the right to cancel this class if we do not have enough participants (you will be notified of a cancellation at least 48 hours ahead of the class start and may choose a full refund or credit towards a future class). Thank you for your understanding!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMarengo Sewing Studio is committed to supporting indie sewing pattern designers. We ask permission from the designer before offering workshops that use their patterns, use photos for our shop listings only with their permission, and provide a copy of the pattern for each student in class in accordance with their use policies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marengo Sewing Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53297529094255,"sku":"ASHTONCLASS","price":375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/1430\/6415\/files\/AshtonTop4.png?v=1781729280","url":"https:\/\/www.marengosew.com\/products\/intro-to-bodice-fitting-ashton-top","provider":"Marengo Sewing Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}