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The School of Making offers DIY Kits made for makers: pre-cut, pre-stenciled, and with all the thread and notions needed to create a garment made for you, by you.

Explore an assortment of inspiration, accessories, and designs that celebrate diversity in color and technique to help you craft your ideal sustainable wardrobe.

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Details Cotton has been at the heart of our business for over two decades. Our ongoing partnership with the Texas Organic Cotton Marketing Cooperative helps us maintain the "hyper-local" supply chain for our medium-weight cotton jersey. It is the result of years of work aimed at providing responsibility, sustainability, transparency, and an end-product that is produced entirely in the United States.This limited-edition Verdant Fabric is crafted from 100% organic cotton that is grown and ginned in Texas, spun in North Carolina, and knit and dyed in South Carolina. Since 2004, we have had the privilege of working with certified organic growers in Texas to cultivate organic cotton fabrics, beloved for their soft hand and lasting quality. • Domestic 100% Organic Medium-Weight Cotton Jersey• 56" wide; approximately 9.8 ounces per linear yard• Dye lots may vary slightly• Sold in whole yard cuts• Fabric is unwashed and unstenciled• Order by December 19 for holiday delivery• Call us at 1-256-760-1090 for help determining quantity needed to complete a project

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Cotton has been at the heart of our business for over two decades. Our ongoing partnership with the Texas Organic Cotton Marketing Cooperative helps us maintain the "hyper-local" supply chain for our medium-weight cotton jersey. It is the result of years of work aimed at providing responsibility, sustainability, transparency, and an end-product that is produced entirely in the United States. This limited-edition Verdant Fabric is crafted from 100% organic cotton that is grown and ginned in Texas, spun in North Carolina, and knit and dyed in South Carolina. Since 2004, we have had the privilege of working with certified organic growers in Texas to cultivate organic cotton fabrics, beloved for their soft hand and lasting quality. 
• Domestic 100% Organic Medium-Weight Cotton Jersey <meta charset="utf-8">• 56" wide; approximately 9.8 ounces per linear yard • Dye lots may vary slightly • Sold in whole yard cuts • Fabric is unwashed and unstenciled • Order by December 19 for holiday delivery • Call us at 1-256-760-1090 for help determining quantity needed to complete a project

Fabric swatch in Verdant reverse appliqué with Magdalena design.

Fabric swatch in Verdant reverse appliqué with Magdalena design. double

Limited-Edition Verdant Fabric

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DETAIL The Ollie Top is designed for versatility and a range of body types. A twist on the classic peasant top, it can be worn off the shoulders or pulled closer to the neck. The one-size-fits-all top has a flowing fit with short, loose sleeves and a wide, rounded neckline with a drawstring. The kit comes ready-to-sew with all fabric and thread you will need. As part of our zero-waste Scrap Project, it also includes the fabric scraps from the cutting process. Add an organic cotton kit bag for storage or gifting. Look for the Ollie Top sewing pattern in TAUKO Magazine issue No. 11. The pattern is available in print form or as a digital PDF file. • Difficulty level: Intermediate• One size: see measurements below• Instructions for construction available here• Techniques: reverse appliqué or negative reverse appliqué; instructions can be found in Alabama Studio Sewing + Design• Order by December 18 for holiday delivery• Complimentary Customization: Lengthen or shorten hemline by up to 3". Add a note at checkout or contact us to learn more. • Bust: 57.5" across• Waist: 58" across• Hem: 58.5" across• Shoulder to hem: 24" KIT CONTENTS • Top layer: Stenciled 100% organic medium-weight cotton jersey• Bottom layer: Unstenciled 100% organic medium-weight cotton jersey• Casing and drawstring pieces• 6 spools of Button Craft Thread• The School of Making label

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The Ollie Top is designed for versatility and a range of body types. A twist on the classic peasant top, it can be worn off the shoulders or pulled closer to the neck. The one-size-fits-all top has a flowing fit with short, loose sleeves and a wide, rounded neckline with a drawstring.
The kit comes ready-to-sew with all fabric and thread you will need. As part of our zero-waste <a rel="noopener" href="https://journal.alabamachanin.com/2023/08/introducing-the-scrap-project/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://journal.alabamachanin.com/2023/08/introducing-the-scrap-project/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1692449931545000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2EL201esnisddYMKud3cyC" data-mce-fragment="1" data-mce-href="https://journal.alabamachanin.com/2023/08/introducing-the-scrap-project/" target="_blank">Scrap Project</a>, it also includes the fabric scraps from the cutting process. Add an <a href="https://alabamachanin.com/products/canvas-kit-bag" rel="noopener" data-mce-fragment="1" data-mce-href="https://alabamachanin.com/products/canvas-kit-bag" target="_blank">organic cotton kit bag</a> for storage or gifting.
Look for the Ollie Top sewing pattern in TAUKO Magazine issue No. 11. The pattern is available in <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.taukomagazine.com/shop/issue-11" data-mce-href="https://www.taukomagazine.com/shop/issue-11" target="_blank">print form</a> or as a <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.taukomagazine.com/shop/digitalpatternollie" data-mce-href="https://www.taukomagazine.com/shop/digitalpatternollie" target="_blank">digital PDF file</a>.  
• Difficulty level: Intermediate <meta charset="utf-8">• One size: see measurements below • <a href="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0411/9864/9508/files/Ollie_Top_Kit_Instructions_-_The_School_of_Making.pdf?v=1717016279" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Instructions for construction available here</a> <meta charset="utf-8">• Techniques: reverse appliqué or negative reverse appliqué; instructions can be found in <a rel="noopener" href="https://alabamachanin.com/products/natalie-chanin-alabama-studio-sewing-design" target="_blank">Alabama Studio Sewing + Design</a> • Order by December 18 for holiday delivery • Complimentary Customization: Lengthen or shorten hemline by up to 3". Add a note at checkout or <a href="https://alabamachanin.com/contact" data-mce-fragment="1" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://alabamachanin.com/contact">contact us</a> to learn more. 
• Bust: 57.5" across • Waist: 58" across • Hem: 58.5" across • Shoulder to hem: 24" 
 
<h3>KIT CONTENTS</h3>
• Top layer: Stenciled 100% organic medium-weight cotton jersey • Bottom layer: Unstenciled 100% organic medium-weight cotton jersey • Casing and drawstring pieces • 6 spools of Button Craft Thread • The School of Making label 
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The Ollie Top in Navy with the Bloomers design in negative reverse appliqué.

Swatch of navy fabric with bloomers stencil in negative reverse appliqué.

Model wearing the Ollie Top in Navy with Bloomers stencil.

Back of the Ollie Top in Navy with Bloomers stencil.

Detail of the Ollie Top in Navy with Bloomers stencil.

Ollie Top Kit

Bloomers Natural/Natural

Anna's Garden Sand/Natural

Anna's Garden Sand/Sand

Magdalena Sand/Sand

Abstract Ballet/Natural

Tony Ballet/Ballet

Abstract Verdant/Sand

Anna’s Garden Verdant/Verdant

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Magdalena Peacock/Peacock

Details With its simple design, the Rose Square Top is an ideal starter project for beginners. The boxy style features an easy fit, with short cap “sleeves” and raw edges at the neckline, armholes, and hem. This kit comes ready-to-sew with all fabric and thread you will need. As part of our zero-waste initiative and Scrap Project, it contains scrap fabric from which to cut the appliqué backing layer, as well as the fabric scraps from the cutting process. All kits are made-to-order. Add an organic cotton kit bag for storage or gifting. • Difficulty level: Beginner• Measures approximately 23" from shoulder• Instructions are available here• Technique: reverse appliqué; instructions on page 95 of Alabama Studio Sewing + Design; please also read the zero-waste note under the Kit Contents section of the product description• Order by December 18 for holiday delivery• Complimentary Customization: Lengthen or shorten hemline by up to 3". Add a note at checkout or contact us to learn more. Please note: Always test all embellishments for stretchability as deeply embellished cotton jersey may lose some of its stretch through this process. For garments with ample decorative stitching, beading, or embroidery, we suggest choosing one size larger than your regular size. For specific garment measurements, please call +1.256.760.1090. Kit Contents • Top layer: Stenciled medium-weight cotton jersey• Bottom layer: Unstenciled medium-weight cotton jersey scrap fabric*• Button Craft Thread• The School of Making label• Stitch Sampler: 8" x 10" practice sample *A note on zero-waste practices: In your kit, you will find scrap fabric to use as your backing layer. Follow the same instructions for reverse appliqué (pg. 95 of Alabama Studio Sewing + Design), with a few tips and adjustments.- The grain lines do not have to run in the same direction for the backing layers as the top layer. Choose pieces of scrap fabric that work with your design.- Make sure the scrap piece is large enough to cover the back of the area to be appliquéd. You may use a single piece to cover the back of a larger area (like a rose blossom) or several smaller pieces as the backing layer of individual shapes (like petals or leaves). This technique leaves a lot of room for creative design and color variation.- Press fabric scraps, if needed, and pin securely in place behind the top layer.- After stitching around a shape and knotting off, trim away the backing fabric to leave a 1/4“ border. We recommend trimming immediately after finishing each shape, rather than waiting until all are complete.

<h3>Details</h3>
 With its simple design, the Rose Square Top is an ideal starter project for beginners. The boxy style features an easy fit, with short cap “sleeves” and raw edges at the neckline, armholes, and hem. This kit comes ready-to-sew with all fabric and thread you will need. <meta charset="utf-8">As part of our zero-waste initiative and <a href="https://alabamachanin.com/journal/2023/08/introducing-the-scrap-project" data-mce-fragment="1" data-mce-href="https://alabamachanin.com/journal/2023/08/introducing-the-scrap-project">Scrap Project</a>, it contains scrap fabric from which to cut the appliqué backing layer, as well as the fabric scraps from the cutting process. All kits are made-to-order.
Add an <a href="https://alabamachanin.com/products/canvas-kit-bag" target="_blank">organic cotton kit bag</a> for storage or gifting.
• Difficulty level: Beginner • Measures approximately 23" from shoulder • Instructions are available <a href="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0411/9864/9508/files/Square_Top_Pattern_-_Instructions_-_The_School_of_Making.pdf?v=1654271599" target="_blank">here</a> <meta charset="utf-8">• Technique: reverse appliqué; instructions on page 95 of<meta charset="utf-8"> <a href="https://alabamachanin.com/products/natalie-chanin-alabama-studio-sewing-design">Alabama Studio Sewing + Design</a>; please also read the zero-waste note under the Kit Contents section of the product description • Order by December 18 for holiday delivery • Complimentary Customization: Lengthen or shorten hemline by up to 3". Add a note at checkout or <a href="https://alabamachanin.com/contact" data-mce-fragment="1" data-mce-href="https://alabamachanin.com/contact" target="_blank">contact us</a> to learn more.
Please note: Always test all embellishments for stretchability as deeply embellished cotton jersey may lose some of its stretch through this process. For garments with ample decorative stitching, beading, or embroidery, we suggest choosing one size larger than your regular size. For specific garment measurements, please call +1.256.760.1090.
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<meta charset="utf-8">• Top layer: Stenciled medium-weight cotton jersey • Bottom layer: Unstenciled medium-weight cotton jersey scrap fabric* • Button Craft Thread • The School of Making label • Stitch Sampler: 8" x 10" practice sample 
*A note on zero-waste practices: 
In your kit, you will find scrap fabric to use as your backing layer. Follow the same instructions for reverse appliqué (pg. 95 of Alabama Studio Sewing + Design), with a few tips and adjustments. - The grain lines do not have to run in the same direction for the backing layers as the top layer. Choose pieces of scrap fabric that work with your design. - Make sure the scrap piece is large enough to cover the back of the area to be appliquéd. You may use a single piece to cover the back of a larger area (like a rose blossom) or several smaller pieces as the backing layer of individual shapes (like petals or leaves). This technique leaves a lot of room for creative design and color variation. - Press fabric scraps, if needed, and pin securely in place behind the top layer. - After stitching around a shape and knotting off, trim away the backing fabric to leave a 1/4“ border. We recommend trimming immediately after finishing each shape, rather than waiting until all are complete.

The Square Top DIY Kit in Navy with Rose stencil, shown with thread and pre-cut fabric.

Zero Waste Rose Square Top Kit

XS - S / Natural/Navy

XS - S / Ballet/Sand

XS - S / Ballet/Ballet

XS - S / Plum/Natural-Sand

XS - S / Navy/Natural-Beige

XS - S / Navy/Navy

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M - L / Ballet/Sand

M - L / Ballet/Ballet

M - L / Plum/Natural-Sand

DETAILS Inspired by our June 2024 Swatch of the Month, this bundle features organic medium-weight cotton jersey in Navy, painted by hand with our new Bellis motif. A backing layer of Natural fabric along with scraps of Forest and Peacock let you create the June Swatch of the Month design with any garment up to four yards. The bundle also includes Embroidery Floss for appliqué techniques. Grown and ginned in Texas, spun in North Carolina, and knit and dyed in South Carolina, the "hyper-local" supply chain for our 100% organic medium-weight cotton jersey is the result of years of work aimed at providing responsibility, sustainability, transparency, and an end-product that is produced entirely in the USA. • Yardage is 56" wide; approximately 9.8 ounces per linear yard• 100% organic medium-weight cotton jersey• Technique instructions can be found here• Dye lots may vary slightly• Made in the USA• Order by December 18 for holiday delivery• Contact us to help determine how much fabric you will need for your project *Excluded from all sales and promotions. BUNDLE CONTENTS One-Yard Bundle:• 1 yard of painted fabric in Navy• 1 yard of un-painted fabric in Natural• Fabric scraps for appliqué in Forest and Peacock• 1 spool (75 yards) of Navy Button Craft Thread• 2 spools (75 yards each) of Black Variegated Embroidery Floss• 8 yards of Peacock Embroidery Floss Two-Yard Bundle:• 2 yards of painted fabric in Navy• 2 yards of un-painted fabric in Natural• Fabric scraps for appliqué in Forest and Peacock• 2 spools (75 yards each) of Navy Button Craft Thread• 4 spools (75 yards each) of Black Variegated Embroidery Floss• 16 yards of Peacock Embroidery Floss Three-Yard Bundle:• 3 yards of painted fabric in Navy• 3 yards of un-painted fabric in Natural• Fabric scraps for appliqué in Forest and Peacock• 3 spools (75 yards each) of Navy Button Craft Thread• 6 spools (75 yards each) of Black Variegated Embroidery Floss• 24 yards of Peacock Embroidery Floss Four-Yard Bundle:• 4 yards of painted fabric in Navy• 4 yards of un-painted fabric in Natural• Fabric scraps for appliqué in Forest and Peacock• 4 spools (75 yards each) of Navy Button Craft Thread• 8 spools (75 yards each) of Black Variegated Embroidery Floss• 32 yards of Peacock Embroidery Floss

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 Inspired by our June 2024 <a href="https://alabamachanin.com/products/swatch-of-the-month-2024" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Swatch of the Month</a>, this bundle features organic medium-weight cotton jersey in Navy, painted by hand with our new Bellis motif. A backing layer of Natural fabric along with scraps of Forest and Peacock let you create the June Swatch of the Month design with any garment up to four yards. The bundle also includes Embroidery Floss for appliqué techniques. 
Grown and ginned in Texas, spun in North Carolina, and knit and dyed in South Carolina, the "hyper-local" supply chain for our 100% organic medium-weight cotton jersey is the result of years of work aimed at providing responsibility, sustainability, transparency, and an end-product that is produced entirely in the USA. 
 • Yardage is 56" wide; approximately 9.8 ounces per linear yard <meta charset="utf-8">• 100% organic medium-weight cotton jersey <meta charset="utf-8">• Technique instructions can be found <a href="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0411/9864/9508/files/Bellis_Bundle_Technique_Instructions.pdf?v=1718204072" rel="noopener" target="_blank">here</a> • Dye lots may vary slightly • Made in the USA • Order by December 18 for holiday delivery • Contact us to help determine how much fabric you will need for your project
<meta charset="utf-8">*Excluded from all sales and promotions.
 
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 One-Yard Bundle: • 1 yard of painted fabric in Navy • 1 yard of un-painted fabric in Natural • Fabric scraps for appliqué in Forest and Peacock • 1 spool (75 yards) of Navy Button Craft Thread • 2 spools (75 yards each) of Black Variegated Embroidery Floss • 8 yards of Peacock Embroidery Floss
 Two-Yard Bundle: • 2 yards of painted fabric in Navy • 2 yards of un-painted fabric in Natural • Fabric scraps for appliqué in Forest and Peacock • 2 spools (75 yards each) of Navy Button Craft Thread • 4 spools (75 yards each) of Black Variegated Embroidery Floss • 16 yards of Peacock Embroidery Floss
 Three-Yard Bundle: • 3 yards of painted fabric in Navy • 3 yards of un-painted fabric in Natural • Fabric scraps for appliqué in Forest and Peacock • 3 spools (75 yards each) of Navy Button Craft Thread • 6 spools (75 yards each) of Black Variegated Embroidery Floss • 24 yards of Peacock Embroidery Floss
 Four-Yard Bundle: • 4 yards of painted fabric in Navy • 4 yards of un-painted fabric in Natural • Fabric scraps for appliqué in Forest and Peacock • 4 spools (75 yards each) of Navy Button Craft Thread • 8 spools (75 yards each) of Black Variegated Embroidery Floss • 32 yards of Peacock Embroidery Floss

The Bellis Bundle with painted yardage, fabric scraps, and embroidery floss.

Navy fabric painted with the Bellis stencil.

Swatch featuring the Bellis design in Navy and Natural with appliqué in Peacock and Forest.

Backing layer of fabric in Natural, along with Forest and Peacock scraps.

Black Variegated Embroidery Floss on a spool.

Bellis Fabric Bundle

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Details This project was inspired by a shirt of Natalie’s that, with a disappearing ink pen, she wrote a simple one-word decree on the cuff and embroidered over it: Hope. One word can convey so much. A sentiment. A moment in time. A thought made tangible with needle and thread. For Natalie and all of us, the word ‘Hope’ carries a deep and significant meaning. Use this bundle to craft your own shirt and embroider your own sentiment on the sleeve cuff—or anywhere you'd like. Our hope is when you pull this shirt from your closet in the years to come that you will be reminded of your life at the moment you stitched the pieces together and of the resiliency of your words. This bundle includes the sewing pattern, fabric yardage, and notions needed to make The Shirt garment. Fabric is not stenciled or pre-cut like our DIY kits. Please contact us with any questions. * Excluded from all sales and promotions. Bundle Contents • The Jumpsuit Pattern (includes variations for The Shirt, Shirt Dress, and Jumpsuit) with instructions• 2 yards of medium-weight cotton jersey in the color of your choice• Colors ending in "-SP" are American-grown, extra-long staple Supima® cotton; Colors ending in "-OG" are 100% organic American-grown cotton• 3 spools of matching Button Craft thread• 1 spool of matching Embroidery Floss• 9 #7 Snaps• The School of Making label• Order by December 18 for holiday deliveryPlease note that while this project includes the pattern variations for The Jumpsuit and Shirt Dress, the fabric and notions amounts are intended to make The Shirt.Add The Geometry of Hand-Sewing for inspiration and in-depth instruction on a variety of embroidery techniques and stitches.

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This project was inspired by a shirt of Natalie’s that, with a disappearing ink pen, she wrote a simple one-word decree on the cuff and embroidered over it: Hope. One word can convey so much. A sentiment. A moment in time. A thought made tangible with needle and thread. For Natalie and all of us, the word ‘Hope’ carries a deep and significant meaning. Use this bundle to craft your own shirt and embroider your own sentiment on the sleeve cuff—or anywhere you'd like. Our hope is when you pull this shirt from your closet in the years to come that you will be reminded of your life at the moment you stitched the pieces together and of the resiliency of your words. 
This bundle includes the sewing pattern, fabric yardage, and notions needed to make The Shirt garment. Fabric is not stenciled or pre-cut like our DIY kits. Please <a href="https://alabamachanin.com/contact" target="_blank">contact us</a> with any questions. 
* Excluded from all sales and promotions.
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• <a href="https://alabamachanin.com/products/the-jumpsuit-pattern-shirt-dress-pant?taxon_id=42" target="_blank">The Jumpsuit Pattern</a> (includes variations for The Shirt, Shirt Dress, and Jumpsuit) with instructions • 2 yards of medium-weight cotton jersey in the color of your choice • Colors ending in "-SP" are American-grown, extra-long staple Supima® cotton; Colors ending in "-OG" are 100% organic American-grown cotton • 3 spools of matching <a href="https://alabamachanin.com/products/button-craft-thread?taxon_id=41" target="_blank">Button Craft thread</a> • 1 spool of matching <a href="https://alabamachanin.com/products/cotton-six-strand-embroidery-floss?taxon_id=41" target="_blank">Embroidery Floss</a> • 9 <a href="https://alabamachanin.com/products/assorted-size-stainless-steel-snaps?taxon_id=41">#7 Snaps</a> • The School of Making label • Order by December 18 for holiday delivery Please note that while this project includes the pattern variations for The Jumpsuit and Shirt Dress, the fabric and notions amounts are intended to make The Shirt. Add <a href="https://alabamachanin.com/products/the-geometry-of-hand-sewing-natalie-chanin?taxon_id=42" target="_blank">The Geometry of Hand-Sewing</a> for inspiration and in-depth instruction on a variety of embroidery techniques and stitches.

The School of Making The Shirt Bundle Embroidered Long Sleeve Shirt made with Organic Cotton.

The School of Making The Shirt Bundle Organic Cotton DIY Sewing and Embroidery.

Shirt Bundle

Natural - OG

Sand - OG

Ballet - OG

Verdant - OG

Peacock - OG

Plum - SP

Navy - OG

Black - OG

DETAILS The Poncho is a versatile cover-up and a great layering piece. This kit comes ready-to-sew with all the fabric and thread you will need. As part of our zero-waste Scrap Project, it also includes the fabric scraps from the cutting process. All kits made to order. Add an organic cotton kit bag for storage or gifting. • Difficulty level: Beginner• Standard is 24” in length and 38” to point• Oversized is 27" in length and 39" to point• Instructions for construction are available here • Techniques: reverse appliqué or negative reverse appliqué; instructions can be found in Alabama Studio Sewing + Design• Order by December 18 for holiday delivery• Complimentary Customization: Lengthen or shorten sleeves or hemline by up to 3". Add a note at checkout or contact us to learn more. KIT CONTENTS • Top layer: Stenciled medium-weight cotton jersey• Bottom layer: Unstenciled medium-weight cotton jersey• 5 spools of Button Craft Thread• The School of Making label• Stitch Sampler: 8" x 10" practice sample

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The Poncho is a versatile cover-up and a great layering piece. This kit comes ready-to-sew with all the fabric and thread you will need. <meta charset="utf-8">As part of our zero-waste <a href="https://alabamachanin.com/journal/2023/08/introducing-the-scrap-project" data-mce-href="https://alabamachanin.com/journal/2023/08/introducing-the-scrap-project">Scrap Project</a>, it also includes the fabric scraps from the cutting process. All kits made to order. <meta charset="utf-8">Add an <a href="https://alabamachanin.com/products/canvas-kit-bag" data-mce-fragment="1" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://alabamachanin.com/products/canvas-kit-bag">organic cotton kit bag</a> for storage or gifting.
• Difficulty level: Beginner • Standard is 24” in length and 38” to point <meta charset="utf-8">• Oversized is 27" in length and 39" to point • Instructions for construction are available <a rel="noopener" href="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0411/9864/9508/files/Poncho_DIY_Kit_Instructions_-_The_School_of_Making.pdf?v=1728676053" target="_blank">here</a>  <meta charset="utf-8">• Techniques: reverse appliqué or negative reverse appliqué; instructions can be found in <a href="https://alabamachanin.com/products/natalie-chanin-alabama-studio-sewing-design" rel="noopener" data-mce-href="https://alabamachanin.com/products/natalie-chanin-alabama-studio-sewing-design" target="_blank">Alabama Studio Sewing + Design</a> • Order by December 18 for holiday delivery • Complimentary Customization: Lengthen or shorten sleeves or hemline by up to 3". Add a note at checkout or <a href="https://alabamachanin.com/contact" data-mce-fragment="1" data-mce-href="https://alabamachanin.com/contact" target="_blank">contact us</a> to learn more. 
<h3>KIT CONTENTS</h3>
• Top layer: Stenciled medium-weight cotton jersey • Bottom layer: Unstenciled medium-weight cotton jersey • 5 spools of <a href="https://alabamachanin.com/products/button-craft-thread?taxon_id=41" target="_self" data-mce-href="https://alabamachanin.com/products/button-craft-thread?taxon_id=41">Button Craft Thread</a> • The School of Making label • Stitch Sampler: 8" x 10" practice sample

The School of Making Poncho in navy with Tony design made from 100% organic cotton.

The School of Making DIY kit contents of the Poncho in ballet with Tony stencil design. Features pre-cut fabric and notions.

The School of Making The Poncho Kit Hand-Sewn with Floral Pattern and Metallic Textile Paint.

The School of Making DIY kit contents of the Poncho in ballet with Tony stencil design. Features pre-cut fabric and notions. double

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