Home > Classes > Sewing > GarmentsWardrobe Basics: Sewing Shirt No. 1

When it comes to creating a handmade wardrobe, this super-simple shirt will be your go-to pattern, featuring a casual fit and a contrast bias facing that comes together quickly. Known for her pattern line "100 Acts of Sewing," Sonya Philip demonstrates how to make her famous Shirt No. 1 pattern, plus three new variations: a contrasting yoke, a kicky bias-cut bottom, and a sweet button-front version. This pattern is designed to be simple enough for an absolute beginner but with enough customizations to keep an advanced sewist engaged. Shirt No.1 is an addictive wardrobe staple, with PDF patterns provided for all variations. 

• Sew Shirt No. 1 Pattern
• Adjust the length of a shirt
• Make bias tape
• Attach bias tape to the neck facing
• Sew a front or back yoke
• Sew a button-front variation
• Make a bias cut bottom panel

 
What you’ll get:

• Step-by-step expert instruction on sewing a basic shirt pattern and three ways you can customize it.
• 8 HD video lessons you can access online anytime, anywhere
• Detailed supplies list and downloadable PDF with pattern pieces ($16 value)
• Step-by-step expert instruction from patternmaker, Sonya Philip
• The ability to leave comments, ask questions, and interact with other students