Design and Serge Cross-tie Kimono (BYOF) - 3/19/2026 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Lakeland, FL

Design and Serge Cross-tie Kimono (BYOF)
Teacher: Jill McCloy
 
Thursday, March 19, 2026
8:30 AM-11:30 AM
 
Code(s): A13X, B29 Hands on Workshop
 
Lakeland - RP Funding Center
 
 
Pricing Information
 
Session Value: 3
Price Per Session (before discount): $32.00
Materials Fee: $17.00

Jill’s newest design, a serged jacket which can be worn with the cross-tie closure fastened or left open to drape beautifully. Either way, it makes a lovely addition to your wardrobe. To begin, you’ll take a few simple measurements: overall length, shoulder and neck width, and desired sleeve length. From there, Jill will guide you through the entire process of designing and constructing your garment, using the rolled edge for all seams.


Instructions are also included for creating an optional serger-chain tassel to embellish the closure. Fabric requirements are approximate, but most makers will need three yards (your choice of length) for the kimono and ¼ yard of contrast fabric for the band. Jill uses covered snaps for the inside closures, with your choice of covered snaps or a button for the outside closure with a tassel accent. These elements do require a bit of hand sewing. Don’t like hand sewing? Simply leave off the snaps and wear your kimono jacket open Either way, you’ll definitely be making a delightful fashion statement.

 

Material fee includes: Illustrated directions and measurement guide, 2– ½" snaps 

 

Students Bring Your Own Fabric (BYOF)-see supply list 

 

 

In the Baby Lock Serger Studio sponsored by Fabric Superstore
  • Student Maximum: 20
  • Category(ies): Fashion Fit and Construction, Experience the Serger
  • Experience Level:
    • All Skills Welcome
  • Advance Prep:
    • Students Bring Your Own Fabric (BYOF)
  • Supply List:

    Student Fabric Required: 

    • Approximately 3 yds light weight drapeable, pretty on both sides fabric that tears in both directions. Jill recommends good rayon, specifically from SewBatik.com.  Beautiful, high quality fabrics at good prices. Diane M, at SewBatik, is incredibly helpful in case you need a bit of guidance. Do not bring cotton fabrics, they do not drape properly. 

    Notions Required: 

    • 3 cones serger thread to match fabric-or use ours black, white, gray, ecru
    • Pencil
    • Fabric Scissors
    • Rotary Cutter with sharp blade
    • Quilting Ruler 6 inch wide by 24 inch long
    • Fabric Markers (light and dark)
    • Straight Pins
    • Hand Sewing Needle & Thread
    • Flexible Tape Measure
    • Paper Scraps for Labeling
  • Completion Level:
    • Most will complete 100% of the project
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