CONSTRUCTION 101
The construction skills your pattern instructions never taught you.
Nearly 20 hours of instruction covering every foundational technique, from French bias binding and Peter Pan collars to pockets, sleeves, and buttonholes. What Gail's in-person students flew across the country to learn, now available from your own sewing room.
~20 hrs 🎬
of on-demand video from Gail's sewing room
5 Classes 🪡
Gail taught in person for years combined into one
150+ pg ebook 📘
featuring step-by-step technique photos
Gail's Ultimate Searchable Index of Garment Construction Techniques
One time payment • Lifetime access • All devices
WHY THIS COURSE EXISTS
Most sewists struggle with construction.
But not because they lack talent.
It's because no one ever properly taught them the fundamentals. Construction 101 isolates each skill and teaches it completely, the same way Gail taught students who traveled across the country to sit with her.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Five of Gail's Construction Classes, one complete foundational skill-set
1. Fine Finishing Tips and Tricks ($150 Value)
Seam finishes, French seams, hem finishes, gathers, and continuous plackets. The essentials of refined garment finishing.
2. Beautiful Bias ($150 Value)
Cutting, piping, double piping, French bias binding in every configuration: flat, in the round, pre-finished ends. This chapter alone is worth the course.
3. Perfect Peter Pan Collars ($150 Value)
Drafting, block method construction, and 12 collar variations, piped, with Madeira overlay, lace edging, tatting, entredeux, and more.
4. Just Pockets ($150 Value)
9 pocket styles from simple curved patches to single and double welt pockets. Elevated technique in every finish.
5. Sleeve Savvy ($150 Value)
Fitted caps, puff sleeves, angel sleeves, plackets, cuffs, and how to pin sleeves into the armscye correctly every time.
BONUS CONTENT
Many instructors would charge for these, Gail threw them in.
Buttonhole Basics
($50 Value)
Six buttonhole techniques that turn an overlooked construction detail into a signature finish.
Sleeve Drafting
($50 Value)
80 minutes that will permanently change your relationship with any sleeve pattern.
Construction ebook
($50 Value)
Every technique in the course, documented in photos. Print it. Keep it at your machine forever.
Students Say Construction 101 Changed The Way They Sew
From total beginners to lifelong sewists, students are seeing real improvement
"Construction 101 is beginner friendly. It begins with the basics and builds. Each time you watch the video you will learn more things as your skill level increases." -Meg R
"I’ve been sewing since I was 13, I’m 72 now. I just purchased Gail Doane’s Construction 101 already learned new things" -Barbara P
"I have been sewing for about 10 years and 3 years in Heirloom. I have never seen anything like Gail's contruction Techniques" -Tatiana A
"You can teach an old dog new tricks! Gail's Construction 101 is fabulous and worth every penny. The sleeve bias and piping in the round is GENIUS!" -Nancy R
See every stitch first person, not upside down & backwards
Gail's 4 camera sewing studio lets you see it the way you'll actually stitch it
Overhead Long Shot
Watch Gail's hands work on the sewing table
Super-Close Detail Shot
See the fine nuances that make exquisite finishing details.
Machine-Mounted Shot
See Gail sew on her machine with no obstruction
Eye-Level Speaker Shot
Gail speaks directly to the camera from her sewing room.
THE HONEST COMPARISON
Same techniques. No travel. A fraction of the cost.
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR
Gail Doane
Heirloom sewing addict. Detail-oriented, but prepared to break the rules.
Over 40 years of teaching experience. Seven children and an ever-expanding number of grandchildren dressed in beautiful heirloom clothing. Gail has taught students who flew across the country just to sit with her, and now every technique she's ever taught is available from your own sewing room.
50+ Years Sewing · 25+ Years Teaching · 20 Magazine Covers
COMMON QUESTIONS
Still on the fence? Here's everything worth knowing.
Can I ask questions if I get stuck?
How do I access the course?
I don't sew children's clothing, will this class be relevant to me?
What technology do I require to view this course?
What supplies or materials will I need?
I'm not sure I'm advanced enough. Is this for beginners?
I've been sewing for decades. Will I learn anything new?
I don't have a lot of free time. Will I fall behind?
I sew on a different machine brand. Does that matter?
Experience the satisfaction of crafting garments
that match your creative vision.
