Pattern Drafting Introduction Course

Set of 15 hours Saturday 22nd of February and 1st of March , Plus 1 Free Sewing Club Session ( Thursday 6pm-9pm)

$525 for 15 hours of Instruction

The introduction to pattern drafting class will greatly complement your sewing knowledge. By understanding the fundamental principles of 2d pattern drafting, you will be able to visualize garment construction in-depth,

making the process of sewing garments smoother and faster.

Description: You will create a pattern block of a top ( also called a sloper) that fits your measurement perfectly. You will then gain the skills to understand how to transform your block, following professional standards instructions, in order to design any style of top! You will leave the course with a well-made top block and the ability to draft your own choice of top pattern variations at home.

Knowledge you will gain:

• Proper body measurement
• Basic pattern Drafting principles and concepts
• Design your own personal top and create a flat sketch of it to plan better for drafting
• Pattern transformation ( pivoting a dart, how to add seam allowances, creating a body style through manipulating the block, neckline and armhole drafting )
• How to write all the instructions on your pattern correctly by adding grainline, seam allowances and notches to your pattern pieces

Course program:

• Taking your personal measurements and drafting your basic block
• Sewing and fitting of the top block toile ( test )
• Adjustment of the basic block shape and final pattern block realization
• Design and flat sketching a personalized top in order to plan the drafting
• Realization of a pattern of a personal top
• Realization of the final personalized top

The perks of this Course Module:

-1 free Sewing Club session

- Leave with a brochure of the Module Content

-10% of fabric and thread/material purchase at Our Social Fabric

-Semi-private class setup max 5 students

-Accredited Instructor

-Sewing machine and tools provided during the class.