ONSITE: Sew a Split-leg Apron

ONSITE: Sew a Split-leg Apron

Adult Intensive | This class has been canceled

1812 West Main Street Richmond, VA 23220 United States

Fiber

Intermediate

2/19/2022 (one day)

10:00 AM-4:00 PM EDT on Sat

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$80.00

$72.00

$5.00

$5.00

One of the most important tools an artist can have is a good apron. This class teaches students how to make a custom split-leg apron that they can then use for ceramics throwing, jewelry/metal working, painting and any other craft that requires the artist to sit astride the work being created. It will keep the artist clean while they work because it splits in the center and covers each leg individually. Students will learn how to create and customize patterns to meet specific needs. They’ll learn how to think through the order of assembly during construction and how to finish the edges to create a professional-looking product. They will learn how to make their own straps, ties and bias tape as well as how to sew on pockets. Students will leave class with a finished split-leg apron and a sewing pattern to make more at home.

  • This is an intermediate-level class. Students should have basic sewing skills or be taking a basic sewing class concurrently.

    Classes are confirmed one week prior to the start date. In order to help us confirm classes, please register as early as possible.

    Students must follow social distancing protocols and wear masks at all times. For more info visit visarts.org. This is an On-site course. On-site courses do not come with studio access outside of class time. Paid open studio access is available through our Studio Access Program: if interested please visit visarts.org.
Combs, Joleen

I have been sewing since I was a child. My very first sewing project was an enormous heart-shaped pillow that my mother taught me to make while I was home with the chicken pox. She continued to teach me the basics as I got older and when I was in college, I took more professional instruction.

My passion in sewing is reverse engineering. I love taking an idea and tweaking it, finding ways to either duplicate an existing item or, in most cases, finding ways to make it better. I love customizing solutions to individual needs. Case in point, my Split-leg Apron class is based on an apron I designed to provide better coverage when I was throwing ceramics here at the studio.

I truly believe that everyone should have at least a basic understanding of sewing and construction and absolutely LOVE teaching these skills to newbies. Personally, I learn best by doing so all my classes are designed to teach basic techniques through finished projects.

When I’m not in the Fiber studio, you can usually find me in the Glass or Ceramics studios. I love VisArts and am thrilled to be a part of the team!