Can't find the right skirt pattern out there in the shops?
Would you like a skirt which fits you perfectly?
Abigail Langley is a professional patternmaker who will walk you through the simple steps from taking your measurements right through to the finished sample. There are endlesss possibilities for you to make other fab skirts once you have your own basic skirt pattern.
Come and learn to draft your very own skirt pattern which will be made to fit you and nobody else but you!
The short course will cover...
* Basic pattern making principles and terminology *Taking body measurements* Using your own measurements to draw up a basic skirt onto paper (skirt will have darts, a zipper and a waistband)* Working out fabric metreage for your skirt, cutting out your skirt and then sewing it up in calico to the fitting stage* Trying it on, fitting it on your body and then making any necessary adjustments to your pattern.
You will make your skirt up in calico until your pattern is perfected (calico and patternmaking paper are included in the cost of the course). You can then make your skirt out of "real" fabric at home afterwards. See "what to bring" below.
Please note : You need to have basic sewing skills for this course
Please choose from the following dates
You will need to bring
Calico and patternmaking paper are included in the cost of the course.
Please bring the following items on the day:
For pattern making
- Tape measure
- Ruler (centimetres or inches) - the longer the better
- An L shaped or square ruler if you have one
- Lead pencil, pencil sharpener and an eraser
- Paper scissors
- A4 envelope
For your skirt
- white or cream thread and dressmaking scissors
- Sewing machine if you have one or hire one of ours for $10
* Tea and bikkies are included but bring your lunch or snacks to help you through the day
Where to come to
Private classes are available in your own home on request.
We are also located in the lovely pop up space at 7 Clovelly Road Randwick (Centennial Park end) during each school holiday period and sporadically in between.
Parking is available in surrounding streets. For public transport, hop on the 339 bus which goes straight past.
