Have you ever opened a garment pattern only to immediately attempt (and fail!) to stuff it back into the envelope? Or maybe you bought a few on sale and they ended up in the bot- tom of that one drawer for years? If this sounds like you, or you are simply a garment be- ginner and want to learn where to start - This is the class for you! We?ll cover everything you need to know from before the pattern is in your hands, to when you start sewing. Bring your own pattern to learn layout and cutting skills as you go! This class is great to prepare for garment classes where precutting is required. Topics we?ll cover include : - How to read the pattern envelope - How to choose your size - How to choose fabrics (and when to buy extra!) - How to read the pattern layout - Cutting techniques - General tips, terms, and techniques!