Imagine confidently choosing the perfect fabric for your next garment, whether you're touching it in a store or reading about it online. Picture yourself knowing exactly how a fabric will behave, drape, and sew before you even make the first cut. That's the transformation waiting for you in this class. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned sewer looking to broaden your knowledge, Fabricology Essentials will unlock the secrets to fabric mastery, saving you time, money, and countless sewing headaches.

By the end of this engaging and interactive session, you will:

• Decode Fabric Basics: Understand the difference between fibers, yarns, and weave and how each plays a role in fabric performance.  

• Understand Color & Finish: Explore how fabrics are dyed and printed, and how different finishes such as pre-shrinking, softening, or waterproofing affect fabric quality, texture, and durability.

• Explore Fabric Types: Learn about woven and knit fabrics, their construction, and common fabrics that are perfect for your next garment sewing project.

• Navigate Stretch: Understand the stretch percentage of knit fabrics and how to select the right stretch for tops, dresses, and activewear.

• Confidently Shop for Fabric Anywhere: Learn practical tips for reading fabric labels, understanding bolt information, and shopping online with ease so you never end up with the wrong fabric again.  

Materials fee: Fiber and fabric swatches and cards to organize them.