BEGINNER’S PATTERNDRAFTING COURSE

TUTOR: JOANNE MCEWENPROFESSIONAL PATTERNMAKER

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WHAT IS DRAFTING?Drafting is closely related with flat pattern work. The method involves drawing patterns with mechanical precision, which is accurate to scale based on body measurements.

PATTERN MAKING BASICS

WHAT IS FLAT PATTERN WORK?Flat pattern work is based on manipulating plain foundation blocks or slopers. The basis of flat pattern work is the manipulation of darts to create patterns, which will fit the body shape, and is fashionable with current styles and designs.

PATTERN MAKING BASICS

WHAT IS DRAPING?Draping is the manipulation of fabric onto a figure or dress form to achieve the desired style, design or pattern. It is an original method of pattern cutting from which all the other methods have evolved, it is often used in conjunction with flat pattern work. It achieves a more artistic effect where the design is created in harmony with the desired fabric. Haute de Couture design houses often use this method to create their designer collections.

PATTERN MAKING BASICS

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WHO’S IT FOR?

LEARN THE CRAFT

• tools of the trade • learn industry techniques• draft a block• design a skirt• create a pattern

WHAT CAN I MAKE?• Any A-line skirt style• Just add:• design lines• Flare• pleats• pockets

HOW DO I LEARN?

• Through online lessons• With practical application• Step by Step• At your own pace• At your convenience

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