garment series: opal pants

What's better than an elastic-waistband pant that is super comfortable but looks dressy enough for work or date night?!  The Opal Pants by True Bias are just that!

Join Erin in the studio for a 2-part weekend class to make the Opal Pants.  These lightweight pants can be dressed up or down to complete your outfit - match it with a lightweight blazer or cardigan for an elegant look, or keep it casual by pairing it with your favorite blouse.

Opal is a relaxed fit high waist pant with mix and match options. The pattern includes either a paper-bag or standard elastic waistband, inseam or patch pockets, back pockets, belt loops, an optional belt and multiple lengths.  View A features a tapered leg with a paper-bag waist and belt, while View B features a wide leg pant with an elastic waist.  The pattern accommodates four Views in total, with View C being a pair of shorts with patch pockets and a paper-bag waist, and View D featuring a knee length short with elastic waist and belt.  Students will have the option of making either View A or View B in class. The paper pattern accommodates Sizes 0-20, while the PDF pattern accommodates Sizes 14-30 (curve).

During class, students will learn how to insert an elastic waistband, how to sew patch and inseam pockets, how to sew a belt loop, and basic hemming techniques. This 2-part class is suitable for confident beginner to intermediate students who have completed our Garment 101 course or have an equivalent experience level.  Students must be able to confidently thread and operate a sewing machine and should be comfortable using a rotary cutter.

Required Materials:
- (1) Paper Pattern: Opal Pants by Megan Nielsen **see pattern note below
- fabric: please refer to the pattern for accurate sizing and yardage measurements; recommended fabrics listed below
- (1) spool of coordinating thread
- 1-1/4" wide elastic
- optional: Pellon SF101 for pocket (refer to the pattern for yardage)
- optional: cording (refer to the pattern for yardage)

**Pattern Note: The Paper Pattern (which accommodates sizes 0-20) is available in our shop .  If your measurements fall into the curve sizes (14-30), you will need to purchase and download a PDF Pattern directly from Megan Nielsen's website (linked here).  If you purchase the PDF Pattern, you will need to print it at home to scale and have it assembled BEFORE attending the first class.  There is no time allotted for piecing and assembly during class.

Recommended Fabrics:
We suggest using bottom-weight fabrics with structure or drape, such as chambray, linen, rayon, tencel. Additional fabric may be required to match patterned fabric.

Required Tools:
- rotary cutter or fabric scissors
- acrylic ruler
- seam ripper
- seam gauge
- chalk or frixion marker
- pins or clips

Cancellation Policy:
If you are unable to attend the class, a refund will only be provided if you notify us 72 hours in advance in writing by email and there is a waitlist for the class, and we are able to fill your spot.  Otherwise, a credit for a future class will be issued.

No refunds or credits will be provided if you notify us less than 72 hours in advance. By registering for the class, you are agreeing to this cancellation policy.