Holiday Harper Apron
Live, virtual, two-week sewing workshop!
We'll-figure-it-out-together-guarantee
My goal is for you to leave with the skills and confidence to keep sewing with joy. If a technique, pattern or fit issue is challenging you, we'll figure it out together even if it takes some extra time. I've got you!
7+ hours of live instruction via Zoom
Suitable for all skill levels
Weekly office hours to get 1-1 help perfecting your pattern and fit
Saved recordings of all classes to rewatch anytime
Ask questions in real-time during class or online so you never get stuck
Sizes XXS-5X with endless fit options
Lifetime access to our learning platform with real-time, ongoing support from Liz
Get access to ALL NINE upcoming live workshops with the annual pass for a savings of $1257!
Tell me about this workshop!
In this workshop you'll learn how to sew a beautiful, functional apron using the Harper pattern—adapted into the perfect holiday gift or festive kitchen companion.
We'll walk through the full construction from start to finish, including cutting, sewing, and finishing all the details that make this apron as lovely to look at as it is to wear. It's a wonderful project for gifting—make one for yourself and a few for everyone on your list.
This workshop is a great option if you want a fun, seasonal project that's achievable in a weekend and yields something truly useful and handmade. No prior experience with the Harper pattern needed—we'll cover everything together.
Who is this for?
Accessible for beginners but a great project for anyone. If you're comfortable with basic sewing (or are joining us from the Georgia Tee workshop!), you're ready for this project.
Workshop Schedule
Prep Class: Workshop orientation, fabric selection, and prep
Monday, October 12th from 7pm–8pm CT
Class 1: Pattern adjustments and cutting
Sunday, November 1st from 10am–12:30pm CT
Class 2: Construction and finishing
Sunday, November 8th from 10am–12:30pm CT
How do live virtual workshops work?
This is a live, 2-day workshop hosted virtually. You'll get access to our workshop platform which has a community forum, other resources and guides, and the live video classes (it functions just like a Zoom call) along with the recordings after each class.
I teach the entire project live and you are able to ask questions and interact in real-time. The recorded classes are then available to you for life to re-watch at your convenience.
What's included?
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Core Pattern & Resources
- Harper digital pattern: our oversized tunic PDF pattern in both short and love sleeve versions, we’ll adapt the pattern together for apron construction
- Supply & fabric guide: curated recommendations for fabric, notions, and machine setup to ensure success
- Option to purchase printed pattern: students will have the option to purchase a printed copy of the pattern before the workshop starts if you choose
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Live Classes
- Two x 2.5 hour live classes: real-time instruction, step-by-step video demos, and the opportunity to ask all your questions
- Office Hours access: for the month of November you'll be able to join weekly Office Hours calls for additional live support and help
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Community & Support
- Private community access: live workshops are hosted in our private Skool group, where you're also able to ask questions and get live feedback and support from Liz and other students
- Lifetime membership: you are able to remain in this group for life for continued support and guidance
What tools/equipment do I need to have?
- A sewing machine in good working order capable of a straight stitch and ideally a zig-zag stitch
- At least two new, sharp machine needles appropriate for your fabric (a Universal 80/12 is a great start)
- Fabric shears
- Pins and/or pattern weights
- Seam ripper (mistakes are part of the process!)
- Iron and ironing board
What other supplies will I need?
- 1.5–2 yards of woven fabric (a festive cotton, linen, or canvas works beautifully — this is a great time to use a print you love!)
- All-purpose polyester thread. I recommend Gutermann Mara 100 for almost all projects, and it's the thread we've manufactured with for years
- Clear gridded ruler with 1/8" markings
- Pattern paper or tracing paper for pattern adjustments
- Tailors chalk or fabric marking pen
- Pencil/pens
- Printed copy of the Harper Pattern (the digital pattern is included with the workshop, you can print at home or order a full-size printed copy prior to the workshop)
What happens next?
Immediately after you check-out, you'll receive an email with an invitation to our private Skool group. This will let you access our community platform, and this is where the workshop classes will be hosted when they occur.
Once you're logged in, you'll find a brief video that walks you through the platform, and then you can start exploring right away.
You'll get an email from me as the workshop date approaches with more information about downloading your pattern files and starting to gather your tools and supplies!
Looking for the perfect handmade holiday project? This is it. Let's sew!
How our workshops
actually work
All workshops are hosted live over video call on our private learning platform (the calls function just like Zoom video calls).
You'll be invited to our private learning platform where you'll find links to all the video calls, additional resources and tutorials, recordings of live classes as they're uploaded, and a community forum for asking questions and connecting with me and other students.
Each workshop includes a prep info where we'll review fabric and size selection in advance so you're ready before we dive in.
Regular our live classes, I will walk through every step, completing the project with you while providing lots of context, tips, and alternative options.
You can follow along and work on your garment in real time, or just watch and ask questions during class and work through the steps with the recording afterwards.
Office hours are Monday evenings each week, hosted live in Skool for one hour. This is a great time to work on fine-tuning your fit and pattern adjustments or troubleshoot anything that comes up between classes. These are casual and optional!
Recordings of all live sessions will be sent the following day in case you aren't able to join us or would like to rewatch.
Seats are limited for all workshops to ensure adequate time for questions and personal guidance.
Sewing your own clothing is truly transformational.
You will find so much connection with your body and personal style, and you will feel immense pride when you can wear something you made with your own two hands. And trust me, you are so capable! My approach to sewing is relaxed and open-minded. There is no mistake we can't fix, and there are many ways to create a wonderful garment. We'll find what works for you and make it FUN!
Hi! I'm Liz.
When I started Elizabeth Suzann 11 years ago, I was limited to a straight stitch sewing machine, serger, and my self-taught sewing skills (the same tools most home-sewists have access to), which makes our styles *so* well suited for DIY.
After sewing many of our customers orders myself, creating over 1000 development and photoshoot samples, and drafting and grading all of our patterns, I have tons of tricks up my sleeve to make sewing easy and efficient. And I've made plenty of mistakes that I can help you avoid! I can't wait to sew with you.
We'll-figure-it-out-together-guarantee
My goal with our live workshops is to make sure you leave with the skills and confidence to keep sewing with joy. If there is a technique, pattern or fit issue that's challenging you, we'll figure it out together even if it takes some extra time. I've got you!