Making a Wool Vest (Intermediate Sewing)

The Wool Vest. The venerable, fuzzy waistcoat does 2 critical jobs in our northern life. 1. It’s the perfect regulator for our precious body heat. 2. Its the single best fashion statement in the history of the great apes since we dropped our fur.

We’ll start with making your own basic pattern, establishing the character of your new garment. We will discuss basic assembly, laying out pockets, adjusting the fit, choosing and installing closures, and garment care. You will follow through at home, doing the bulk of the work at your own pace between classes.

Registration Includes

Participants will learn basic pattern and garment making techniques for a simple vest. They can see and practice different types of seam construction, material choices, and finishing steps as they build their own unique garment.

What goes into our class pricing? As a local nonprofit, Duluth Folk School is committed to supporting both our instructors and community. We want to compensate our instructors fairly, keep class sizes small, and keep our doors open—while also keeping prices as low as we can.

Thank you for participating in our local handcraft and education economy! Together, we help keep Duluth a fun and vibrant place.

Student Requirements

• Skill Level/Prerequisite Skills: Moderate sewing experience required.
• Best for Ages: 18 and older
• You should bring: A sewing machine in good working order. The instructor will have a limited amount of closures, zippers, and other notions but you can bring your own if you have them. The instructor can advise you on materials in advance of the class.