Pattern 101 | Understanding & Reading Sewing Patterns

Ready to open that pattern envelope with confidence?
This beginner-friendly workshop will take the mystery out of sewing patterns so you can start your next project feeling capable and inspired.

In this hands-on class, we’ll walk through everything from deciphering pattern symbols to understanding fabric layouts — perfect for anyone who’s felt intimidated by the instructions inside that crinkly envelope!

In this class, you’ll learn:

• How to read a commercial sewing pattern
• Fabric layouts, grainlines, and notches explained
• How to take measurements and choose your correct size
• Marking, cutting, and transferring pattern details
• Tips for organizing and storing your patterns

What’s included:
🧵 1.5–2 hour guided, small-group session
📄 Practice pattern handouts and samples
📏 Measuring tools and marking supplies provided
🪡 Hands-on demonstration and Q&A

Optional: Bring a pattern from home if you’d like help reading it!

Location: Bloom House Collective, 2795 Park St. Riverside