Hacking the Pattern - Pattern Cutting Class with Dot n Cross | 6th October

Hacking the Pattern - Pattern Cutting Class with Dot n Cross

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: This is an intermediate class. This course is aimed at confident dressmakers who have experience working with commercial patterns. You will get a lot more out of the class if you’ve already made up several garments before and got a grasp of garment construction.

We will cover all the pattern cutting basics with you, such as: seam allowance, notch, drill hole, grain line. If you are wondering if this is the course for you, don't hesitate to drop me a line to chat it through!

Course Duration: Wednesday 6th October, 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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