PATTERNMAKING AND DESIGN DRAPING THE COUTURE WAY PATTERNMAKING I Sally McCann

PATTERNMAKING AND DESIGN
NEW DRAPING THE COUTURE WAY
Nora Elias
PATTERNMAKING I Sally McCann
Learn the basics of patternmaking and how to manipulate the flat
pattern to create new designs. Prerequisite: basic sewing knowledge.
SUPPLY LIST. 2 sessions. $149
RKA17576 10/11-10/12 SA
11:15am-5:45pm
Draping is the couture technique for creating clothing and patterns
by draping the fabric around the body or a dressform, without first
using a flat pattern. In this lecture/demo, Nora will show you the
method she used in a Paris Designer Salon to create unique one-ofa-kind garments and special true-to-fit patterns. She will give you an
idea of how draping can stimulate your creativity and design capacity.
1 session. $49
RKA16989 8/10
RKA17562 10/5
“BEST” PANTS FITTING WORKSHOP
Sally McCann
This workshop is a comprehensive class focused on getting you a
pants pattern that FITS. Each session will help you learn to fit your
unique figure and get you closer to your best pants pattern. Basic to
intermediate sewing skills required. SUPPLY LIST. 3 sessions. $169
SU
SU
11:15am-2:15pm
11:15am-2:15pm
NEW CUSTOM MADE BASIC PATTERNS
Stephanie Swiger
PATTERN DRAFTING I Annette L Hickman
Students draft a basic bodice and sleeve pattern for the foundation
pattern in full scale. Drafting includes using tools and taking individual measurements of the student. Individual fitting and analysis
of the draft will help each student understand their body shape. Students learn to fit their basic pattern. SUPPLY LIST. 6 sessions. $149
Uniquely U Custom Clothes, LLC will draft all the Foundation
Basic Patterns described in Pattern I, II, and III on individual basis.
Measurements and fittings will be done at any three of the G. Street
Fabrics locations by appointment only. The charge for the complete
service is $950. After the basic patterns have been drafted and tested
for fit, patterns for other garments can be made from the basics using the customer’s own design, a picture, actual garment etc. For an
additional charge depending on the complexity Each pattern will be
tested for fit in an appropriate weight muslin. All patterns and test
garments will be owned by the customer who can reproduce them as
many times as they wish using different fabrics and trims for different
looks from using the same pattern. SUPPLY LIST. 1 session. $0
FCA15646 9/11-10/16 TH
NEW DRAPING I Annette L Hickman
RKA17575 9/20-10/4
SA
10:30am-5:00pm
6:45pm-8:45pm
PATTERN DRAFTING II Annette L Hickman
Students take individual measurements, then draft a full scale pants
pattern using drafting tools. Once the pants are fit, a skirt pattern is
drafted for the foundation pattern in full scale. Individual fitting and
analysis of the draft will help each student understand their body
shape. Fitting procedures will be covered. SUPPLY LIST. 3, 6 sessions. $149
RKA15647 9/13-9/27 SA
FC A15651 10/30-12/11 TH
(n/c 11/27)
10:00am-2:00pm
6:45pm-8:45pm
A continuation of Pattern Drafting I,2 and 3 students draft the details
of their designs using their basic slopers. designs skills and fitting the
individual is emphasized. Students will us their fitted basic sloper
patterns and learn to put ease into their designs. Advanced fitting
techniques and individual growth are features of this class. Prerequiste: Pattern Iand 2.SUPPLY LIST. 6 sessions. $149
6:45pm-8:45pm
6:45pm-8:45pm
This workshop is a comprehensive class focused on creating a basic
bodice with a sleeve that fits. Students will have hands-on experience
altering their pattern to develop a fitting shell that fits you. A final
pattern will be reached for the next level of Patternmaking. SUPPLY
LIST. 3 sessions. $169
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8/17-8/25
8/24
8/25
12/6
12/7
12/8
SU
SU
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SA
SU
M
11:30am-5:30pm
11:30am-5:30pm
5:30pm-8:30pm
10:30am-5:00pm
11:30am-5:30pm
5:30pm-8:30pm
RK=Rockville;
TU
4:00pm-6:00pm
Skills learned in the Basic Draping class is a requirement. Students
will continue the adventure of draping directly onto a form. Bodice variations, halter designs, dart less shapes, princess designs and
collars will be covered. Ruffles and Cowl necklines will be cover if
time permits. Dress forms will be provided, however, may not be the
exact size as the student. Applicable fitting and pattern making will
be covered. Text book is available on the Connie Crawford website. 6
sessions. $149
FC A15648 10/28-12/9 TU
(n/c 11/25)
4:00pm-6:00pm
NEW FOUNDATION BASIC PATTERN I
Stephanie Swiger
NEW BEST BASIC BODICE FITTING WORKSHOP Sally McCann
RKA16497
RKA17577
FCA15643 9/9-10/14
NEW DRAPING II Annette L Hickman
PATTERN DRAFTING IV - ADVANCED
DESIGN Annette L Hickman
FC A15644 9/9-10/14 TU
FC A15649 10/28-12/9 TU
(n/c 11/25)
Basic principles and procedures for bodice, skirts dresses will be
introduced to students using actual dress forms. Students will learn
how to adjust a basic dress form for their figure, and execute the basics in muslin. Students may use classroom forms or bring their form
from home. Applicable fitting and pattern making will be covered.
text book is available on the Connie Crawford website. 6 sessions.
$149
Nothing fits! Love to sew but hate all the pattern adjustments? Want
a designer wardrobe at a fraction of the cost? Have an old garment
you would love to replicate? Saving a picture of the perfect garment
you keep looking for? Make patterns from your very own foundation
basic pattern. Once you get a perfect fit on the basic pattern, all other
patterns are made from it. The muslin is kept to try on occasionally
to test for weight body changes. Another copy can be made to cover
a dress form. Part I begins by taking measurements and using them
to draft a bodice. Prerequisite: Intermediate sewer level. supply list
please bring a plastic see through squaring ruler and a hip curve.
Dress code: please be dressed ready to be measured in an all cotton
sleeve T-top over a bra, and opaque panty hose. SUPPLY LIST. 2 sessions. $149
FC A16788 8/2-8/9
SA
FCA17496 10/4-10/11 SA
CN=Centreville;
10:30am-5:00pm
10:30am-5:00pm
FC=Falls Church
NEW FOUNDATION BASIC PATTERN II
Stephanie Swiger
Part two: using the bodice and additional measurements to draft a
sleeve and skirt pattern. 2 sessions. $149
FCA16789 8/16-8/23 SA
FCA17497 10/25-11/1 SA
10:30am-5:00pm
10:30am-5:00pm
NEW FOUNDATION BASIC PATTERN III
Stephanie Swiger
Part III uses the basic bodice and skirt patterns to make a one-piece
pattern to use for blouses, suit tops, or full length dresses and a pants
pattern. 2 sessions. $149
FC A16790 9/6-9/13
SA
FCA17498 11/15-11/22 SA
10:30am-5:00pm
10:30am-5:00pm
PANTS THAT FIT! Kate Mulvey
Trouble getting pants that fit? This course will teach you how to create the perfect pants pattern. Students will make a muslin draft, fit
the muslin, then draft a pants pattern from the muslin. The instructor will show you how the basic pants pattern can be used to create
different styles of pants. At the end of the class students will have a
muslin that fits and a basic pants pattern that fits. SUPPLY LIST. 2, 6
sessions. $149
CNA17596 9/17-10/29 W
6:45pm-8:45pm (n/c 09/24)
CNA17605 12/21-12/28 SU
11:15am-5:45pm
To Register for Classes Call (301) 231-8982 ext 240
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