Pattern-Making & Garment Construction Workshop Programme

Overview

Learn the Foundations of Professional Pattern Cutting & Garment Development

Learn the Foundations of Professional Pattern Cutting & Garment Development

Join our 7-week creative pattern-making workshop designed for adults (18+) who want to develop practical fashion design and garment construction skills within a supportive learning environment.

This structured Tuesday evening programme introduces participants to the fundamentals of flat pattern cutting, garment development, and calico toile construction through step-by-step guided learning and one-to-one support.

Throughout the programme, participants will:

  • Learn how to draft a 1/4-scale bodice block
  • Develop understanding of body measurements and garment structure
  • Explore pattern cutting techniques and pattern manipulation
  • Progress from scale development into full-scale pattern drafting
  • Construct a calico sample garment for fit analysis
  • Build confidence using professional fashion-making techniques
  • Receive individual guidance and technical support throughout the course

The workshops are designed to support beginners, emerging creatives, fashion students, and community learners interested in developing technical fashion skills in a relaxed and encouraging environment.

By the end of the programme, participants will leave with:

✔ A completed 1/4-scale bodice block

✔ A full-scale bodice pattern

✔ A constructed calico sample garment

✔ Improved understanding of garment fit and construction

✔ Greater confidence in fashion pattern-making processes

Learn the Foundations of Professional Pattern Cutting & Garment Development

Learn the Foundations of Professional Pattern Cutting & Garment Development

Join our 7-week creative pattern-making workshop designed for adults (18+) who want to develop practical fashion design and garment construction skills within a supportive learning environment.

This structured Tuesday evening programme introduces participants to the fundamentals of flat pattern cutting, garment development, and calico toile construction through step-by-step guided learning and one-to-one support.

Throughout the programme, participants will:

  • Learn how to draft a 1/4-scale bodice block
  • Develop understanding of body measurements and garment structure
  • Explore pattern cutting techniques and pattern manipulation
  • Progress from scale development into full-scale pattern drafting
  • Construct a calico sample garment for fit analysis
  • Build confidence using professional fashion-making techniques
  • Receive individual guidance and technical support throughout the course

The workshops are designed to support beginners, emerging creatives, fashion students, and community learners interested in developing technical fashion skills in a relaxed and encouraging environment.

By the end of the programme, participants will leave with:

✔ A completed 1/4-scale bodice block

✔ A full-scale bodice pattern

✔ A constructed calico sample garment

✔ Improved understanding of garment fit and construction

✔ Greater confidence in fashion pattern-making processes

Who Is This Workshop For?

  • Adults aged 18+
  • Beginners interested in fashion design
  • Creative learners
  • Fashion students
  • Sewing enthusiasts
  • Individuals wanting to develop technical garment-making skills

What’s Included

  • Guided weekly workshops
  • One-to-one support
  • Pattern paper and core materials
  • Sewing equipment access
  • Technical demonstrations
  • Supportive, creative learning environment

No previous pattern-cutting experience is required.

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Highlights

  • ages 18+
  • In person
  • Paid parking

Location

Edmonton Green Library

36-44 South Mall

London N9 0TN

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