{"product_id":"thread-technique-sewing-swim","title":"Thread + Technique: Sewing Swim","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThreads + Techniques: Sewing Swim\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eLearn the fundamentals of sewing swimwear and build confidence working with stretch performance fabrics.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn this hands-on technique class, you’ll practise the core skills used in swimwear construction, from handling stretchy fabrics and choosing the right stitches to applying swim elastic and creating clean, consistent finishes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than completing a full garment, you’ll work through guided samples so you can focus on technique, troubleshoot as you go and feel more prepared for your next swimwear project.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAT A GLANCE\u003cbr\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Friday, Oct 23\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7-9 pm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eConfident Beginner \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jodie Kachkar\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The WORKROOM at Fabric + Flow\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHAT YOU'LL LEARN + PRACTICE\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThrough guided samples, you’ll practice:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnderstanding swimwear fabrics, stretch and recovery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoosing the right needles, thread and machine settings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSewing highly stretchy fabrics without distorting seams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsing stretch stitches and zigzag stitches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsing a serger for swimwear construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorking with swimwear elastic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApplying elastic with consistent tension\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTurning and finishing elastic edges cleanly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTroubleshooting skipped stitches, wavy seams and uneven elastic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere will also be plenty of opportunity to ask questions, troubleshoot and compare different methods so you understand not just how to sew swimwear, but why certain techniques work better than others.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIS THIS CLASS FOR YOU?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis workshop is a great fit if you’re comfortable using a sewing machine and want to start sewing swimsuits, swim separates or other garments made from swimwear fabrics.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s also a helpful refresher if you’ve tried sewing swim before but struggled with elastic, stitching or getting clean, consistent results.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou should already be comfortable threading a sewing machine and sewing a basic seam.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand new to sewing? 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Instead, you’ll leave with finished practice samples and a stronger understanding of the methods you can apply to future swimwear projects.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReady to take the mystery out of sewing swim? Spaces are limited.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fabric + Flow Textile Co.","offers":[{"title":"Oct 23 | Friday","offer_id":50528422723758,"sku":null,"price":69.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/8632\/9518\/files\/SewwithSwim.png?v=1790237228","url":"https:\/\/fabricandflow.com\/products\/thread-technique-sewing-swim","provider":"Fabric + Flow Textile Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}