Hacking the Pattern - Pattern Cutting Class with Dot n Cross - ONE PLACE LEFT| 26th May

Hacking the Pattern - Pattern Cutting Class with Dot n Cross - ONE PLACE LEFT!

The aim of this one-day class is to learn the basics of adapting a basic dress pattern block to alter the design, sometimes known as ‘hacking’ a pattern. We will be using a half scale dress block to make the size and pieces more manageable, and you will learn several techniques to apply to dress making patterns.

Pattern cutting techniques we will cover include pivoting darts, adding seams, altering necklines and basic skirt variations. Armed with this knowledge you can make many different designs at home.

Please note - we will not be covering any fitting information in this class. All pattern cutting that we do today will be using a basic dress block in half scale, so it will not be to fit you, but to learn the pattern cutting principles.

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Ability Level: Intermediate sewists with experience using commercial patterns.

Course Duration:Sunday 26th May, 10am - 4pm

You will learn:

- Pivoting darts

- Altering the neckline

- Creating panels and seam lines

- Basic skirt variations

- Slash and spread techniques to add volume

You will need to bring:

Tools needed:

- Paper scissors and pencil

Materials needed:

- Everything will be provided for you, including a course booklet for you to take home

Get 10% off course materials at Truro Fabrics. Please show your booking confirmation at the till to access this discount.

About your tutor:

Helen Shine, owner of Dot n Cross, is a pattern cutter and seamstress who has worked in the fashion industry in London for over 10 years. She has cut patterns for several high-end designer brands, including Victoria Beckham, Mary Katrantzou and Karen Millen. She has been teaching home sewers how to pattern cut, amend sewing patterns and improve the fit of garments since 2018. She loves sharing the knowledge she has gained over the years with others, to help them on their sewing journey.

You can find her at dotncross.com

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