Waistband Alteration Workshop Learn to alter pants for a better fit at the waist. About the Class Do your jeans gape at the back waist, or is the waistband too tight? Take this class and learn methods for making your pants fit better. SKILLS REQUIRED: Sewing 101 thru 104 or equivalent skills. You must be familiar with operating a sewing machine and sewing a straight and curved seam to take this class. Instructor will not have time for teaching basic sewing machine operation. SUPPLY LIST: Students MUST supply at least one pair of pants to use in class. I recommend bringing one or two pairs of pants that you don't care about. That way, you can learn the techniques on a trial basis and avoid making mistakes on pants that you love. You will be cutting and sewing the pants you bring. You will go home with new skills and some examples of ways to alter a waist to improve the fit of pants. INCLUDED: Sewing machine (but you are welcome to bring your own) Shears Pins & clips Thread Elastic