Intermediate 102 Course

Class 1: Polo Shirt Prep & Cutting (3.5 hours)

Objectives:
• Understand knit fabric behavior
• Accurate measurements & pattern layout
• Fabric cutting & marking
Breakdown:
• 15 min – Welcome, course overview, goals, review Intermediate 1 skills
• 20 min – Discuss knit fabric properties, handling & common issues (stretch, curling edges)
• 30 min – Take individual body measurements (bust, waist, hips, arm length)
• 30 min – Pattern reading: identifying stretch directions, notches, seam allowances, placket, collar pieces
• 70 min – Fabric layout & cutting:
• Align fabric grain/stretch properly
• Pin patterns securely
• Cut carefully with scissors or rotary cutter
• Transfer all markings with tailor’s chalk or washable pen
• 15 min – Edge finishing demo: serger or zigzag stitching to prevent curling
• 20 min – Q&A and recap


Class 2: Polo Shirt Assembly – Seams & Collar (3.5 hours)

Objectives:
• Sew stable seams on knit fabric
• Attach sleeves
• Construct and attach collar
Breakdown:
• 15 min – Review of knit seam stabilization techniques (using stay tape or clear elastic)
• 45 min – Sew shoulder seams with appropriate stitch (stretch stitch or narrow zigzag)
• 45 min – Attach sleeves using flat method, pinning accurately
• 30 min – Sew side seams and underarm seams continuously for clean finish
• 60 min – Prepare collar pieces: interfacing, pressing, understitching
• 15 min – Attach collar to neckline, easing fabric carefully to avoid puckers
• 10 min – Clean up & pressing

 Homework : - Practice sewing a straight seam and zigzag/stretch stitch on scrap knit fabric .


Class 3: Polo Shirt Finishing & Shorts Prep (3.5 hours)

Objectives:
• Construct front placket with buttonholes or snaps
• Hem polo shirt
• Begin shorts project: pattern reading & cutting
Breakdown:
• 45 min – Construct placket:
• Interface placket pieces
• Press folds precisely
• Attach placket to front neckline
• 45 min – Create buttonholes using sewing machine or attach snaps
• 30 min – Hem sleeves and bottom edge using twin needle or coverstitch machine
• 30 min – Final pressing and fit check of polo shirt
• 30 min – Transition to shorts project: overview of shorts styles & fabric selection
• 30 min – Pattern reading & layout for shorts
• 15 min – Fabric cutting & marking for shorts

 Homework : Practice making buttonholes on scrap fabric or experiment with snap attachments.


Class 4: Shorts Construction (3.5 hours)

Objectives:
• Assemble shorts panels
• Construct and attach pockets
• Sew waistband casing
Breakdown:
• 45 min – Sew front and back shorts panels (pin, sew, press)
• 45 min – Pocket construction (side seam or patch):
• Cut pocket pieces
• Attach to shorts panels
• 45 min – Sew side seams and inseams
• 45 min – Prepare waistband casing:
• Fold & press casing allowance
• Sew casing leaving opening for elastic or insert drawstring tunnel
• 30 min – Press shorts and discuss fitting considerations

Homework : Research different types of waistbands (elastic , drawstring, flat ) and write pros and cons for each. 


Class 5: Shorts Finishing & Babydoll Dress Prep (3.5 hours)
Objectives:

• Insert elastic or drawstring in waistband
• Hem shorts
• Begin babydoll dress: cutting and bodice assembly
Breakdown:
• 45 min – Insert elastic into waistband using safety pin, secure ends
• 45 min – Hem shorts evenly (fold, press, sew)
• 30 min – Add optional topstitching or decorative details
• 15 min – Final pressing of shorts
• 20 min – Introduce babydoll dress project: design, fabric choice, measurements
• 30 min – Pattern layout & cutting for bodice and skirt panels
• 25 min – Sew bodice: shoulder seams and side seams

 Homework : Practice inserting elastic into a fabric casing using a safety pin . Practice gathering fabric evenly by hand or machine on a scrap piece.


Class 6: Babydoll Dress Completion & Showcase (3.5 hours)

Objectives:
• Finish neckline and sleeves
• Gather skirt and attach to bodice
• Hem skirt
• Final pressing and presentation
Breakdown:
• 45 min – Finish neckline with bias binding or facing, sew sleeves if included
• 45 min – Gather skirt panels evenly by hand or machine
• 45 min – Attach gathered skirt to bodice, sew carefully to distribute fullness
• 30 min – Hem skirt evenly
• 20 min – Final pressing and quality checks
• 25 min – Q/ A ; Student presentation of projects, group photos, feedback, and celebration
Homework : Prepare a short presentation ( verbal/ written ) about your sewing journey / challenges faced

Skills Covered
• Handling and sewing with knit & woven fabrics
• Accurate pattern reading and fabric cutting
• Advanced seam finishes and stabilization techniques
• Collar and placket construction
• Pocket insertion techniques
• Elastic waistband construction
• Gathering and attaching full skirts
• Professional hemming methods
• Pressing and garment shaping
• Project planning & time management