She worked so hard to make her family look fantastic. |
Before making all of her families costumes, this student had a very basic knowledge of sewing. By the end she learned how to make the following:
Pieces Made:
Corset
Sleeves
Scarfs
Cloaks
Skirts
Overlay skirt
Altered Pieces:
Mans tie to fit infant
Dress: sleeves, neck and ties
Fixed holes on sports coat
Some Techniques Learned:
Hand sewing
French seams
Pleats
Cutting and sewing bias
Grommet placement
Knitting
Hemming
Altering
Pattern making
Pattern alterations
Lacey! Thank you so much for all you have taught me! I was constantly impressed by your knowledge. Things I thought would be impossible were possible with you teaching me. I never could ever have made these costumes without your help.
ReplyDeleteI had a blast this summer helping you with these costumes. Your family looked amazing on Halloween. Now to think of a theme for next year?!
ReplyDeleteMatt and I were talking about LOTR's. lol Kids want nothing to do with it. Which has it's advantages. :)
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