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Have you ever wanted to understand how garments are designed and fitted from the very beginning?
Join visiting pattern maker "Doris Whitmore" teaching exclusively at The Sourpuss Emporium this July, for an introduction to the fascinating world of pattern drafting. In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn the foundations of pattern making by drafting your own basic bodice block – the essential starting point used to create countless garment designs.
Perfect for sewists who are curious about garment construction, fit and design, this workshop will help you better understand how patterns work and how they can be adapted to create clothing that fits your unique shape.
Working alongside Doris, you'll learn the principles of pattern drafting and discover how a simple bodice block can be transformed into a wide variety of creative garment designs.
Date: Sunday 9th August & Sunday 6th September
Time: 11:00am – 4:00pm
* The fundamentals of pattern drafting
* How to draft your own basic bodice block
* Understanding body measurements and fit
* How a bodice block forms the foundation of garment design
* Techniques for transforming a basic block into new styles
* Pattern paper
* Cardboard pattern materials
* Expert tuition from Doris Whitmore
* A completed bodice block to take home
Participants may wish to bring:
This workshop is ideal for sewists with basic sewing knowledge who would like to expand their understanding of garment construction, fitting and pattern making. It is also perfect for anyone considering our upcoming dressmaking and advanced garment construction classes with Doris Whitmore.
Spaces are limited and we expect this special workshop to fill quickly.
63 Beetham Parade, Rosanna VIC 3084, Australia
Tues– Fri: 10am to 5pm
Sat: 9am – 5pm
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