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How To Draft Your Pattern From An Existing Garment

Have you ever had a favourite dress or that vintage sample that you wish you could copy or replicate? Here's my diverse
Length Under 3 weeks
Effort 1.5 hours per week
Price $ 28
Subject Design, Art
Level Intermediate
Languages English
Video Transcripts None

I am super excited to deliver this to you.

This course is designed for:

- Fashion students. - Industry professionals. - Hobbyists. - Fashion enthusiasts.

We will cover: - Taking a pattern of a simple vest top

- Looking at gathers and tucks from a skirt

- Looking at how to take a pattern of a dart

- Taking a pattern of a frill

- A brief overview of an elasticated waistband

- Comparing your pattern back to your block

- Taking the pattern of a simple sleeve

- Using a fun technique by taking a front bodice pattern of a jacket by draping fabric onto the mannequin

All of the lectures are delivered by video. The content is a fabulous introduction to the wonderful world of Pattern Cutting & Making. Which is the key skill in garment making. At the end of the course you will be ready to move forward in your pattern cutting journey.

If you want to enhance your career in one of the most competitive careers on the planet, then this is the course for you. See you on the inside.

Who this course is for:
  • Fashion Students
  • Industry Professionals
  • Aspiring home dress makers
  • Pattern Makers
  • Pattern Cutters
  • Fashion lovers

What you'll learn

  • Learn the tricks of the trade Learn the techniques of how to take patterns from existing garments Look at how to solve tricky problem areas and variations on specific garments Experience different ways of how to take patterns both flat and by draping it on the garment on the mannequin

Course syllabus

Introduction Taking a pattern of a simple vest top - Part 1 Taking a pattern of a simple vest top - Part 2 Drafting Gathering & A Box Pleat From A Skirt How To Draft A Dart Into Your Pattern Taking A Pattern Of A Frill Taking A Pattern Of A Garment With Elastic Comparing Your Bodice Shape Back To Your Bodice Block Taking A Pattern Of An Easy Sleeve Taking A Pattern By Draping Fabric On To The Garment - Part A Taking A Pattern By Draping Fabric On To The Garment - Part B Transferring Your Draping On To A Flat Pattern

Meet the instructors

Caroline Hart

Pattern Cutter & Maker - Luxury Fashion Design

I'm a Creative Pattern Cutter and specialise in draping and modelling on the stand. I have worked at the heart of London and Paris fashion for over ten years and have focused my career in the luxury and ready-to-wear sector, creating iconic garments for the stores and catwalk along side bespoke/couture and made to measure garments. I have worked for a large number of design houses, fashion magazines and stylists including designing and pattern cutting for high profile clients and celebrities including Victoria Beckham, Sienna Miller, Lady Gaga, Beyonce and The Duchess of Cambridge.

I have worked in a wide variety of roles as my career has progressed. This includes my own private client base of designing, pattern cutting and developing everything from bridal, occasion wear and red carpet. I have a broad spectrum of skills including designing, draping, modalist and pattern cutting and also an in depth knowledge of Gerber Accumark pattern cutting, production and sampling. This has enabled me to achieve the best productivity and maximum impact, whilst raising standards within studio technical teams.

I have also been commissioned by global luxury brands as a Technical Consultant predominantly in the Middle East. This role has involved advising and guiding a brand fully through the process from sampling through to production, ensuring a high luxury finish. This has included producing garments ready for the runway as well as private client made to measure garments. Please contact me if you would like to hear more about my Technical Consulting services.

Brand Portfolio

Roland Mouret

Alexander Mcqueen

Matthew Williamson

Jenny Packham

Various Brands - Qatar

Noon by Noor - Bahrain

Jonathan Saunders

Beulah London

Roksanda Ilincic

ISSA

Elizabeth Emanuel

Sophia- Grace and Rosie

Ashley Isham

Osman

Sinha Stanic