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Copy Your Clothes: Pattern Making

The New York Sewing Center See all classes by this school @ 246 W 38th St, New York, NY

If you have ever loved a garment so much you wished you could make an exact copy, this hands-on workshop teaches you how. You will learn the methodical process of pattern drafting from existing clothes, how to select appropriate fabrics for your design, and the essential stitching and finishing techniques that give homemade garments a polished, professional look. An invaluable skill set for anyone serious about elevating their sewing practice.

(428) Beginner 10 and older
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Pattern Making II: Bodices

The New York Sewing Center See all classes by this school @ 246 W 38th St, New York, NY

Build on your foundational pattern-making skills by drafting a custom bodice pattern from your own measurements. Across the course you will refine measuring techniques, draft a bodice sloper, develop sleeves, and apply core pattern development methods. The skills you gain support making tops, shirts, or full dresses while expanding your overall design range.

(428) Intermediate 10 and older
$450

6 sessions

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Pattern-Making & Draping

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  • 38 W 32nd St, New York, NY
  • 27 hours over 9 sessions

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Class Description

Description

Learn how to create block sloper patterns using flat pattern-making techniques together with the art form of draping. This 8-week course is ideal for those beginners or experienced sewers who lack this technical training. 

Within 8 weeks, you will build a foundation of slopers and pattern-making understanding that you will be able to utilize once you have completed the course. Once you master this art, design to your heart's content.

Some designers perfect their work on the table using flat pattern alone. But you'll also learn the excitement of designing in 3D and seeing your ideas come to life right in front of your eyes through draping.

Skills & Techniques:
  • Learn to accurately measure and fit the body form
  • Understand the fundamental concepts of draping on a dress form
  • Drape basic bodices, skirts, dresses
  • Explore draping techniques
  • Learn to draft personal slopers (block patterns) for bodice, skirt, sleeves, etc
  • Learn to make pattern adjustments and alterations
  • Complete finished production patterns
Pre-requisites:
  • Some sewing experience is necessary.
  • If none, it is recommended that the student registers for Learn to Sew in a Day Class.
Important Things to Note:
  • This course will give you all the basic skills you need to create - bodices, sleeves, skirts and dresses. 
  • On an industry dress form, you'll learn how to measure a body properly and create garments using draping skills and techniques. 
  • Also, learn how to do simple changes to a basic pattern, aka the sloper (the fashion term for your basic pattern block).
Q&A

Q: Can I make up a class if I miss one?
A: 
No, but you will have time to catch up with the teacher. The school encourages students to not miss a class if possible, however upon your return to class the teacher will give a new lecture, and after students are doing classwork they will go over the previous missed lesson with you.If you need more time, you'll have the option to book a private lesson with the instructor to further go over what was missed.

Q: Is a certificate of completion available to me after completing their class?
A: No

Q: Is a professional certificate available to me after completing their class?
A: No

Q: Can I take home what I make in this class?
A: Yes

Q: Is this class hands on?
A: Yes


Q: Are the materials provided in the cost of the class? 
A: No

Material you need to bring:
  • Muslin fabric (5 yards)
  • Measuring tape
  • Fabric scissors
  • Paper-cutting scissors
  • Thread
  • Pins
  • Seam ripper
  • Hand needles
  • Dot pattern paper
  • Mechanical pencil
  • Clear ruler
  • L square ruler
  • Hip curve ruler
  • French curve ruler
  • Magic tape
Q: Is there anything else I should be aware of to be prepared for class?
A: Yes, bring a notebook and pen for taking notes.

Refund Policy

There will be no reduction of fees or full or partial refund for absence, late arrival, late registration, withdrawal or dismissal.

Cancellations by Us

If a course is cancelled or postponed by the school, you will be notified as quickly as possible. You will be given the opportunity to either use the credit for a later start time or transfer to another course. Otherwise, the full cost of your fees will be refunded to you within four weeks, under normal conditions. We shall not be liable for any other consequential loss.

Cancellations by You

​Upon completing registration and enrollment, you agree to the terms and conditions and commit to any penalties resulting from your withdrawal or cancellation of classes/courses.

  • Short Classes (1 Day to 8 Weeks):
    • All cancellations made less than 2 business days prior to the start of a short class or less than 3 business days prior to a private lesson are non-refundable.
  • Ongoing Programs (3 to 8 Months):
    • After the start date, all students who withdraw from a program during the 1st month of class will receive a refund of 75% of their total payment. All students who withdraw during the 2nd months of class will receive a 60% refund. NO REFUNDS WILL BE GRANTED to students who withdraw after the end of the 2nd month of class.

Make-up Policy

We don't offer make-up classes, but the student is able to go over what was missed in the missed class in their next class. If the student needs more time, they are able to book a private lesson with the provider to further go over what was missed.

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Esaie Couture Design School

Owners and founders Esaie and Wanda Bruno bring 30 years of combined experience in the design and marketing of clothing. Their fierce dedication to excellence guides their company as well as their New York sewing classes.

Wanda, a native of Philadelphia, came to New York with a dream to enter the fashion...

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