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Details The Crop Pant features a loose, flowy fit with center front and back seams. They are versatile, comfortable, and sit at the true waist. Colors are named to indicate cotton stock. Colors ending in "-SP" are crafted from American-grown, extra-long staple Supima® cotton; Colors ending in "-OG" are 100% organic American-grown cotton. Colors ending in "-IO" are 100% organic imported cotton. (Learn more about updates to our supply chain here.) Difficulty level: Beginner Length: 35"; 24.5” inseam Instructions available here. Allow up to two weeks for 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 1 layer of un-stenciled medium-weight cotton jersey 1 spool of Button Craft Thread 1 yard Fold-over Elastic The School of Making label Organic cotton bag for storage The School of Making postcards

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The Crop Pant features a loose, flowy fit with center front and back seams. They are versatile, comfortable, and sit at the true waist.
Colors are named to indicate cotton stock. Colors ending in "-SP" are crafted from American-grown, extra-long staple Supima® cotton; Colors ending in "-OG" are 100% organic American-grown cotton. Colors ending in "-IO" are 100% organic imported cotton. (Learn more about updates to our supply chain <a data-mce-fragment="1" href="https://journal.alabamachanin.com/2021/06/supply-chain-and-supima-cotton/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://journal.alabamachanin.com/2021/06/supply-chain-and-supima-cotton/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1633722825440000&amp;usg=AFQjCNHH8xn8x9BwpKSq9ieZk_9DdF5jkA" data-mce-href="https://journal.alabamachanin.com/2021/06/supply-chain-and-supima-cotton/" target="_blank">here</a>.)
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<meta charset="utf-8">Instructions available <a href="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0410/6649/6153/files/The-Crop-Pant-DIY-Kit-Instructions-The-School-of-Making.pdf?v=1612189975" target="_blank">here</a>. </li>
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<meta charset="utf-8"> Complimentary Customization: Lengthen or shorten sleeves or hemline by up to 3". Add a note at checkout or <a data-mce-fragment="1" href="https://alabamachanin.com/contact" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://alabamachanin.com/contact">contact us</a> to learn more.
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<li>1 layer of un-stenciled medium-weight cotton jersey</li>
<li>1 spool of <a href="https://alabamachanin.com/products/button-craft-thread?taxon_id=41" target="_blank">Button Craft Thread </a>
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<li>1 yard <a href="https://alabamachanin.com/products/fold-over-elastic-ribbon?taxon_id=41" target="_self">Fold-over Elastic</a>
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<li>The School of Making label</li>
<li>Organic cotton bag for storage</li>
<li>The School of Making postcards</li>
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The School of Making Crop Pant Kit in Navy

The School of Making The Crop Pant Kit with Elastic Waistband and Organic Cotton

The School of Making The Crop Pant Kit Hand-Sewn Basic pant with Elastic Waistband

The School of Making The Crop Pant Kit Basic Hand-Sewn Pant for Makers

The School of Making The Crop Pant kit with Elastic Waistband in Black

The Crop Pant Kit

XS / White - SP

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XS / Sand - SP

XS / Baby Blue - OG

XS / Dove - OG

XS / Ballet - OG

XS / Camel - OG

XS / Concrete - OG

XS / Ochre - OG

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Our newly relaunched Swatch of the Month is a monthly subscription program from The School of Making for design explorations and embroidery technique practice and development. It brings together our values of design and craft with 100% organic cotton fabrics, offering you the opportunity to experiment with our techniques and designs as you sew your monthly fabric swatch. Our Swatches and Kits provide pre-cut, pre-stenciled pieces with all of the thread needed to explore design, create a garment, build a wardrobe, and fill everyday life with creativity and making. How It WorksParticipants will receive DIY kits for each of the 12 months' fabric swatches to be sewn using embroidery techniques from The School of Making. You'll receive our exclusive subscriber newsletter via email, which includes instructions, design inspiration, and additional techniques for each month's swatch. Embroidery techniques can also be found in The School of Making's Studio Book Series. Each kit comes stenciled and ready-to-sew with all of the notions needed to complete the swatch in the featured design choices. What You Get 24 Fabric Swatches - Each fabric swatch is a 10" x 16" rectangle of our 100% organic medium-weight cotton jersey. Every month, participants will receive two fabric swatches. The top layer fabric will be stenciled; the bottom layer fabric will be un-stenciled. 10 Spools of Button Craft Thread - Utilized throughout all 12 projects, Button Craft Thread is The School of Making's go-to for all hand-sewing projects. It is strong, durable, and long-lasting. 12 Paper Headers - Made from recycled card stock, each header can be labeled and attached to your fabric swatch before organizing into a three-ring binder. Free domestic ground shipping. Please note that international orders are subject to an additional shipping charge. Our team will contact you after you have made your purchase, or you may contact us at 256-760-1090 or orders@alabamachanin.com to inquire about shipping costs. *Excluded from all sales and promotions.

Our newly relaunched Swatch of the Month is a monthly subscription program from The School of Making for design explorations and embroidery technique practice and development. It brings together our values of design and craft with 100% organic cotton fabrics, offering you the opportunity to experiment with our techniques and designs as you sew your monthly fabric swatch. Our Swatches and Kits provide pre-cut, pre-stenciled pieces with all of the thread needed to explore design, create a garment, build a wardrobe, and fill everyday life with creativity and making. 
How It Works Participants will receive DIY kits for each of the 12 months' fabric swatches to be sewn using embroidery techniques from The School of Making. You'll receive our exclusive subscriber newsletter via email, which includes instructions, design inspiration, and additional techniques for each month's swatch. Embroidery techniques can also be found in <a href="https://alabamachanin.com/t/collections/the-school-of-making/studio-books" target="_blank">The School of Making's Studio Book Series</a>. Each kit comes stenciled and ready-to-sew with all of the notions needed to complete the swatch in the featured design choices. 
What You Get 24 Fabric Swatches - Each fabric swatch is a 10" x 16" rectangle of our 100% organic medium-weight cotton jersey. Every month, participants will receive two fabric swatches. The top layer fabric will be stenciled; the bottom layer fabric will be un-stenciled. 10 Spools of Button Craft Thread - Utilized throughout all 12 projects, Button Craft Thread is The School of Making's go-to for all hand-sewing projects. It is strong, durable, and long-lasting. 12 Paper Headers - Made from recycled card stock, each header can be labeled and attached to your fabric swatch before organizing into a three-ring binder.
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The School of Making Swatch of the Month Organically Dyed Embroidery Floss in Black, Grey and White

The School of Making Swatch of the Month Black Bugle Beads for Sewing Projects

Swatch of the Month 2021

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Details Add a fresh detail to your next sewing project with our curated mixes of Bugle Beads, Chop Beads, and Sequins. These mixes are perfect for projects related to The Geometry of Hand-Sewing. Beads are shipped in two ways: a glass jar with lid for easy storage and display, or a refill option in a kraft paper bag. Take a closer look in our carousel below. • Jar and bag are both approximately 3 ounces • Each mix varies with sequins, bugle, chop, and seed beads • Beads made of glass; sequins made of plastic • Made in the Czech Republic

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Add a fresh detail to your next sewing project with our curated mixes of Bugle Beads, Chop Beads, and Sequins. These mixes are perfect for projects related to <a href="https://alabamachanin.com/products/the-geometry-of-hand-sewing-natalie-chanin?taxon_id=42" target="_blank">The Geometry of Hand-Sewing</a>. <meta charset="utf-8">Beads are shipped in two ways: a glass jar with lid for easy storage and display, or a refill option in a kraft paper bag. Take a closer look in our carousel below.
• Jar and bag are both approximately 3 ounces • Each mix varies with sequins, bugle, chop, and seed beads • Beads made of glass; sequins made of plastic • Made in the Czech Republic

The School of Making Bead Mix in Disco, featuring brown sequins, dark grey bugle beads, and gold and clear seed beads.

The School of Making bead Mix Assorted in Brown Paper Bag

The School of Making Bead Mix in Burlesque, featuring red and gold sequins and glass beads.

Bead Mix

Gold Bomb / Glass Jar

Gold Bomb / Refill

Silver Fox / Glass Jar

Silver Fox / Refill

Natalie's Mix / Glass Jar

Natalie's Mix / Refill

Burlesque / Glass Jar

Burlesque / Refill

Paloma / Glass Jar

Paloma / Refill

DETAILS The feminine and flattering Keyhole Tunic is fitted at the bust with a generous flare through the hip and features a delicate keyhole detail at the neckline. The kit comes ready-to-sew with all fabric and thread you will need. All kits are made-to-order from 100% organic medium-weight cotton jersey with our new Faded fabric. This fabric utilizes a unique painting treatment that produces a watercolor stripe effect throughout the jersey. • Difficulty level: Intermediate • Approximately 27" at center front and 36” to the lowest point • Instructions available here • Allow up to two weeks for delivery• Complimentary Customization: Lengthen or shorten sleeves or 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 • Fabric: Single Layer stenciled 100% organic medium-weight cotton jersey • 2 pieces of Rib Binding • 1 spool of Button Craft Thread • The School of Making label • Organic cotton bag for storage • The School of Making postcards

<h3>DETAILS</h3>
The feminine and flattering Keyhole Tunic is fitted at the bust with a generous flare through the hip and features a delicate keyhole detail at the neckline. The kit comes ready-to-sew with all fabric and thread you will need. All kits are made-to-order from 100% organic medium-weight cotton jersey with our new Faded fabric. This fabric utilizes a unique painting treatment that produces a watercolor stripe effect throughout the jersey. • Difficulty level: Intermediate • Approximately 27" at center front and 36” to the lowest point • <a href="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0410/6649/6153/files/Keyhole-Dress-Kit-Instructions-The-School-of-Making-1.pdf?v=1612156715" target="_blank">Instructions available here</a> • Allow up to two weeks for 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" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-mce-href="https://alabamachanin.com/contact" data-mce-fragment="1">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. 
<h3>Kit Contents</h3>
• Fabric: Single Layer stenciled 100% organic medium-weight cotton jersey • 2 pieces of Rib Binding • 1 spool of Button Craft Thread • The School of Making label • Organic cotton bag for storage • The School of Making postcards

The School of Making Faded Stripe Keyhole Tunic Kit made with Organic Cotton

The School of Making Faded Stripe Keyhole Tunic Kit Hand-Sewn made with Organic Cotton

The School of Making Faded Stripe Keyhole Tunic Kit Hand Painted Fabric for Hand-Sewing

The Faded Stripe Keyhole Tunic Kit

Details The Maggie Tunic has a high crew neckline and is fitted across the bust. It features two back panels that wrap and tie in the front and two front panels that snap in the back. This kit comes ready-to-sew with all fabric and thread you will need. All kits are made-to-order. Colors are named to indicate cotton stock. Colors ending in "-SP" are crafted from American-grown, extra-long staple Supima ® cotton; Colors ending in "-OG" are 100% organic American-grown cotton. (Learn more about updates to our supply chain here.) • Difficulty level: Intermediate • Approximately 30" from shoulder • Instructions not included; instructions for construction: available here • Allow up to two weeks for delivery. Please note, any kits ordered with Black fabric will be shipped in 2-4 weeks. • Complimentary Customization: Lengthen or shorten sleeves or 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• Colors ending in "-SP" are American-grown, extra-long staple Supima® cotton; Colors ending in "-OG" are 100% organic American-grown cotton • 6 spools of Button Craft Thread • 8 pieces of Rib Binding • 1 #4 Snap • 2 ties • The School of Making label • Stitch Sampler: 8" x 10" practice sample • Organic cotton bag for storage • The School of Making postcards

The School of Making Maggie Tunic Kit Organic Cotton DIY Kit Contents Handsewn

The School of Making The Maggie Tunic Kit Hand-Sewn DIY Kit for Makers

The School of Making The Maggie Tunic Kit Organic Cotton Wrap Tunic DIY Kit Stenciled with Floral Pattern

The School of Making The Maggie Tunic Kit Organic Cotton Wrap Tunic Light Grey

The School of Making The Maggie Tunic Kit Hand-Sewn and Hand-Painted DIY kit

The Maggie Tunic Kit

XS / Anna's Garden Sand/Sand Tonal Paint - OG

XS / Magdalena White/White Tonal Paint - OG

XS / Anna's Garden Sand/Sand Metallic Paint - OG

XS / Magdalena Sand/Sand Tonal Paint - OG

XS / Anna's Garden Ballet/Ballet Tonal Paint - OG

XS / Anna's Garden Peacock/Peacock Tonal Paint - SP

XS / Anna's Garden Forest/Forest Tonal Paint - OG

XS / Anna's Garden Black/Black Metallic Paint - SP

XS / Marie Black/Black Metallic Paint - SP

XS / Anna's Garden Black/Black Tonal Paint - SP

Details The A-Line Top DIY Kit features a v-neckline, fitted bust, and a loose, flowing fit to the hem. This kit comes ready-to-sew with all fabric and thread you will need. All kits are made-to-order. Choose between two lengths: Top and Tunic. Colors are named to indicate cotton stock. Colors ending in "-SP" are crafted from American-grown, extra-long staple Supima® cotton; Colors ending in "-OG" are 100% organic American-grown cotton. (Learn more about updates to our supply chain here.) • Difficulty level: Intermediate • Top: Approximately 25" from shoulder • Tunic: Approximately 29" from shoulder • Instructions not included; instructions for construction: page 18 of Alabama Studio Sewing Patterns • Allow up to two weeks for delivery. • Complimentary Customization: Lengthen or shorten sleeves or 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• Colors ending in "-SP" are American-grown, extra-long staple Supima® cotton; Colors ending in "-OG" are 100% organic American-grown cotton • 2 pieces of Rib Binding • Top: 1 spool of Button Craft Thread; 3 spools of Embroidery Floss; Tunic: 1 spool of Button Craft Thread; 4 spools of Embroidery Floss • The School of Making label • Stitch Sampler: 8" x 10" practice sample • Organic cotton bag for storage • The School of Making postcards

<h3>Details</h3>
The A-Line Top DIY Kit features a v-neckline, fitted bust, and a loose, flowing fit to the hem. This kit comes ready-to-sew with all fabric and thread you will need. All kits are made-to-order. Choose between two lengths: Top and Tunic. Colors are named to indicate cotton stock. Colors ending in "-SP" are crafted from American-grown, extra-long staple Supima® cotton; Colors ending in "-OG" are 100% organic American-grown cotton. (Learn more about updates to our supply chain <a href="https://journal.alabamachanin.com/2021/06/supply-chain-and-supima-cotton/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://journal.alabamachanin.com/2021/06/supply-chain-and-supima-cotton/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1633723726791000&amp;usg=AFQjCNGdtaRmSst77qtXHPk6tAt24RfaVg" data-mce-fragment="1" data-mce-href="https://journal.alabamachanin.com/2021/06/supply-chain-and-supima-cotton/" target="_blank">here</a>.)
• Difficulty level: Intermediate • Top: Approximately 25" from shoulder • Tunic: Approximately 29" from shoulder • Instructions not included; instructions for construction: page 18 of <a href="https://alabamachanin.com/products/alabama-studio-sewing-patterns?taxon_id=42" target="_blank">Alabama Studio Sewing Patterns</a> • <meta charset="utf-8">Allow up to two weeks for 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" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://alabamachanin.com/contact">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.
<h3>Kit Contents</h3>
• Top Layer: Stenciled medium-weight cotton jersey • Bottom Layer: Unstenciled medium-weight cotton jersey • Colors ending in "-SP" are American-grown, extra-long staple Supima® cotton; Colors ending in "-OG" are 100% organic American-grown cotton • 2 pieces of Rib Binding • Top: 1 spool of Button Craft Thread; 3 spools of Embroidery Floss; Tunic: 1 spool of Button Craft Thread; 4 spools of Embroidery Floss • The School of Making label • Stitch Sampler: 8" x 10" practice sample • Organic cotton bag for storage • The School of Making postcards

The School of Making A-Line Tunic Kit in Navy and Peacock with Abstract Stencil. Image shows kit contents, including pre-cut fabric, thread, and embroidery floss.

The School of Making A-Line Top and Tunic Kit Sleeveless in Blue

The School of Making The A-Line Top and Tunic Kit made with Organic Cotton Handmade DIY Kit

The School of Making The A-Line Top and Tunic Kit Hand-Sewn with Organic Cotton DIY Kit for Makers

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