In this workshop, Ujarak Appadoo took us through how to make an amaaruti pattern for a child using a pattern used herself for her panik, based on measurements of a little girl. An amaaruti is also known as a snugly in parts of Inuit Nunaat but basically it is a modern version of the traditional amaut (amauti/amautik). Ujarak showed us how she sews a one prequilted layered amaaruti, what stitches she uses and what order to sew in. This free 1-hour workshop helped us gain the knowledge and skills to make our own amaaruti for children.

This workshop session took place online using Zoom. This workshop, like every De-ICE-olation event, was free.

Required Materials for pattern making:

• Paper and pencil 

• Measuring tape

• Scrap fabric that will be the pattern

Required Materials for amaaruti:

• Prequilted fabric or two different types of fabric (cotton or commander to double up and sew together)

• Bias tapes and trims (depends on your preference of style

• Thread 

• Sewing machine

• Wool/yarn  (for qaqhungaut)

• Scissors

• Pattern

• Pins

• Measuring tape

Ujarak Appadoo currently resides in Montreal but is originally from Arviat, Nunavut. Ujarak is the owner of amautiga, where she makes custom adult amaaruti, aujaq amaut, and ukiuq amaut. She is a mom of two paniapiit. She started sewing as a kid and has never really stopped since: “I am definitely still learning in all aspects but love to share what I know.”