Introduction to Patterncutting
Being able to make your own patterns is a useful skill to have. Join us at Artisan Stitch for this 6-week course introducing you to the principles and practices of pattern cutting.
About Introduction to Patterncutting
A 6-week course to introduce you to the principles and practices of pattern cutting.
Course Description
Level: Advanced. You must have considerable knowledge of standard pattern notations and garment-construction techniques gained from working with commercial paper patterns.
Being able to make your own patterns is a useful skill to have. You'll always be able to make a pattern for the style of garment you'd like, and it will fit perfectly. It also helps you understand how to alter and adapt commercial paper patterns and to create copies of your favourite items. This course running over 6 weeks is an excellent introduction to pattern cutting and will give you the foundation skills to be able to design your own skirt patterns. You can then apply what you've learned to create your own trouser and top patterns too. (I'll give you a couple of book recommendations that will give you further knowledge in patterncutting).
The course is composed of a series of tutorials, followed by practical sessions so you can practise the skills learnt in that section. Starting at the very beginning with an introduction to the concept of ease and techniques of fitting flat fabric around the curves of a body, the lessons will build your knowledge and technical ability over the course.
What will I learn?
You’ll learn how to draft a basic skirt block to your personal measurements. Then how to manipulate it to add various style features such as panels/gores, pleats, flare, yokes and waistbands. You’ll create a personal toile, fit it and turn it into a completed skirt pattern of your own design.
We’ll look at the pattern markings necessary to communicate the design features. Write your construction process so you produce a professional-quality pattern.
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