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Ava - Video Lesson

Children's Corner Academy
$ 48.00
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In this video lesson, Susan teaches both views of Ava plus a BONUS smocked view from start to finish. Ava is a classic dress with a raised bodice and square neck, with an Angel sleeve or sleeveless option (VIEW A), as well as, a capped short sleeve (VIEW B). The bodices are fully lined, and the skirt is gathered. Love to smock? Learn to sew the Smocked Ava with this video lesson! With a few rows of smocking placed just below the bodice, the opportunities to customize are abundant.

This video lesson includes:

  • On-Demand Video sewing 3 Views of Ava from start to finish
  • Digital Download Pattern of the Smocked Ava Add-on (Ava sold separately)
  • PDF document with helpful information and the timestamp for each section

Run Time: 2 hours and 23 minutes
Teacher: Susan Whitman
Difficulty Rating: Moderate (VIEW A & B) Expert (Smocked Add-on)

    In this lesson you'll learn:

    • How to sew all 3 views from start to finish.
    • To sew a BONUS smocked view.
    • Expertly stitching a square-neck bodice with crisp turns at each corner.
    • The differences in the views allowing you to decide which sleeve is right for your garment.
    • Helpful tips for precisely tying the pleater threads and stitching the smocked skirt to the bodice.
    • Attaching smocked skirt to bodice with ease.
    • Buttonhole techniques
    • Tips for beautifully finishing each hem.

    Supplies:

    • Children’s Corner Ava (sold separately)
    • Children’s Corner Smocked Ava Add-on (included with this product)
    • Fabric
    • Sewing Machine
    • Basic sewing supplies
    • Notions as seen on back cover

    What is a Video Lesson?

    When you purchase the video lesson, you gain access to this on-demand video that you can view anytime convenient for you. Watch, pause, and rewind as many times as necessary as you learn from our talented educators. Printable PDF materials accompany the video lesson to supplement the information on screen. Pay once and view forever.

    Video Lesson Details & Content Policy

    Our on-demand videos are streamed and not downloaded to your computer due to the size of the file. Our video content is the property of Children’s Corner and is intended for personal use by the original purchaser only and may not be shared, copied, or used for class purposes. Children’s Corner reserves the right to deactivate the link without notice if the link or content is not used in accordance with our company policies.

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    Ava - Digital Download

    $ 14.00
    Shipping calculated at checkout.
    Title

    Ava is a classic dress with a raised bodice and square neck, providing a blank canvas perfect for monograms or heirloom embellishments. Use VIEW A for an Angel sleeve or sleeveless option and VIEW B for a capped short sleeve. The bodices are fully lined, and the skirt is gathered. This playful and casual look will shine from the beach to the playground.

    Size Range:     6mo-8. See Measurement Chart for correct sizing. 
    Printing Type: Layered Digital Download PDF
    SKU: 316

    SUGGESTED FABRICS: Light to medium-weight woven fabrics like broadcloth, chambray, corduroy, lawn or pique.

    NOTIONS Buttons (1/2”) – 3

    REQUIREMENTS: Fabric quantities allow for nap. All views require lining for the yoke.

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