Bamboo Cotton Classic Length Vest

This handwoven vest is designed to help you create a beautiful, wearable garment that’s as enjoyable to weave as it is to wear. This classic length vest features clean lines and an easy, flattering fit that works beautifully with handwoven fabric. Woven with Bamboo Pop, a blend of cotton and bamboo, the finished fabric has wonderful drape, softness, and subtle sheen—perfect for a vest you’ll reach for again and again. The yarns weave up smoothly, making this project approachable while still offering a satisfying weaving experience. To support your success, we’ll also be offering a Zoom class with the designer Deborah Jarchow, that walks you through the entire process—from putting on a long warp, to weaving your fabric, to sewing and finishing your vest. The class is designed to give you the confidence to turn your handwoven cloth into a polished, wearable garment made to fit you. See more information about this class below. Weave structure: plain weave Yarns: Bamboo Pop; 1250 yds variegated for warp, 750 yds solid for weft. Extra yardage is supplied for sizing adjustments. Equipment needed: rigid heddle or 4-shaft loom; 10” weaving width; 7.5 or 8-dent reed; 1 shuttle. Finished size: shoulder to bottom edge 20", circumference around bottom including adjustable overlap in front 52”, shoulder width 13". Measurements are adjustable and will be discussed in class the Zoom class. Instructions: A PDF pattern will be sent to your email. Please note that the pattern gives instruction for both classic and extended length vests. The yarn in this kit will make the shorter, classic length vest. This kit is a lovely opportunity to explore garment weaving while creating something truly special for your wardrobe. ______________________________________________________________________________________________ Weaving a Handwoven Vest: A Zoom Tutorial With Deborah Jarchow in collaboration with Cotton Clouds Contact Deborah Jarchow at djweaves@me.com to sign up.  In this Zoom tutorial, Deborah will walk you through the full process of creating a flattering, easy-to-wear handwoven vest, available in both short and long versions. She’ll cover how to put on a long warp on a rigid heddle loom, weave fabric suitable for garments, and then sew the woven panels together to complete a flattering vest designed to fit you. If you’ve woven lots of scarves and towels and have been wishing to try something wearable, this class is the perfect next step. Deborah will talk about fit, sizing, and adjustments for different body types, helping you feel confident that your finished vest will fit comfortably and beautifully. The vest is woven in panels, so a weaving width of 10"–12" is all that’s needed (unless you’d like to create a wider style). The fabric itself is plain weave, making this an approachable project for adventurous beginners as well as experienced weavers who want to explore garment construction. Class Format This session is designed as an instructional and demonstration-based tutorial. A PowerPoint presentation will be used, demonstrating each step, and welcoming questions and discussion throughout the class. Participants will then create their garments afterward, using the class recording as a guide. You’ll have the opportunity to: Learn techniques for weaving garment fabric Understand how to plan and manage a long warp See how the vest is assembled and sewn Ask questions and connect with fellow weavers in a supportive environment All from the comfort of your own home. Schedule & Details Two live sessions are offered on Sunday, January 18: 10:00 am Arizona/Mountain (12 pm Eastern, 11 am Central, 9 am Pacific) 2:00 pm Arizona/Mountain (4 pm Eastern, 3 pm Central, 1 pm Pacific) Each session will be recorded, and the recording will be available for two weeks after the class. If you’re unable to attend live, the recording will allow you to follow along at your own pace. Please note: the class fee is non-refundable unless you notified at least 48 hours prior to the session. A Zoom link and the vest pattern (with measurements for both short and long versions) will be emailed a couple of days before the class.  Registration & Payment Contact Deborah Jarchow at djweaves@me.com to sign up. The class fee is $25.  Please send the $25 class fee via PayPal to: djweaves@earthlink.net. Important: please use this email address exactly and do not use Deborah Jarchow, as it is not connected to my PayPal account.) If you’d prefer to pay by check or Zelle, feel free to contact Deborah at djweaves@me.com. Kits are available to purchase with or without attending the class, but we highly recommend the class experience.