Pattern Cutting: An Introduction (online)

This online course will introduce and teach the fundamental skills for womenswear pattern cutting.

Focusing on the development of a standard size 12 pattern, you will be guided through various techniques, which will enable you to draft a womenswear bodice and sleeve.

As you move through the course, you will learn how to alter your pattern into a variety of popular styles by moving the position of the darts and transforming the bodice into panels.

This 4-week course will be taught through a series of online seminars, pre-recorded tutorials and independent tasks. There will be time allocated each week to meet virtually, share your experience and discuss technical questions with the tutor.

This course is ideally suited to those who have experimented with ready made dress patterns and want to explore making their own. To fully participate in the course, a basic knowledge of sewing and maths is required.

Course Fees - £275

Please also budget up to £60 for material costs.

Course Content
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Course Information

Create a standard size 12 bodice and sleeve pattern
Move the position of the darts to create a variety of styles
Learn how to alter the neckline on a pattern
Learn how to add a button stand and position buttons on a pattern
Learn how to make a facing for a pattern
Know how to add seam allowance to a pattern

Pattern cutting beginners
Anyone who is familiar with using ready made dress patterns and wants to explore making their own

Course Dates

There are currently no upcoming dates for this course. Register your Interest to find out first when new dates are released.

Booking Information

Our courses are available on a first come, first served basis in order of payment.

To secure a place, please take the following steps:

Read through our Terms and Conditions before booking
Click on ‘Book your place’ above. Please make sure you are booking for the correct course and option (i.e. Mon/Wed or Tue/Thu if more than one option is available)
Click ‘Select’ and follow the steps through to the completion of booking
If your preferred dates are sold out, you can click ‘Join Waiting List’ and we will let you know if a place becomes available

You will need access to the below materials and equipment to complete this course.

5 - 10 m x Pattern Cutting Paper (also known as White Marking Tracing paper) - Purchase
Graders Set Square metric - Purchase
Long ruler - 60cm is ideal - Purchase
Metric Tape Measure - Purchase
Masking tape or Scotch tape
Mechanical pencil
Paper scissors
Calculator
Pen and paper to make notes in class
Access to an A4 printer - essential prep for 3rd and 4th sessions
A4 paper
You will also need a clear space to work in

The below items are optional and will enhance the course but are not necessary.

French curve/s (set are available on Amazon/eBay) - optional but useful - Purchase
Drawing Compass
Book: Pattern cutting for Lingerie, Beachwear and Leisurewear (paper copy, not the eBook)

Please note that in the event of this course being cancelled, Central will not be liable for costs relating to course materials. Therefore, we recommend that you only purchase course materials once you have received confirmation that the course is going ahead

Required Digital Access

Computer/laptop/tablet with microphone and speaker
An up-to-date web browser
A strong internet connection

Days	Various. The course consists of 8 sessions in total and is delivered either twice a week for 4 weeks or once a week for 8 weeks.
Times	All times listed are either GMT or GMT +1 (depending on the time of year). If you’re joining from overseas, please use a timezone convertor before booking to establish what the local time will be for you.
Age	The minimum age is 18 on the first day of the course. There is no upper age limit.
Max. class size	10 students
Course Delivery	All of the Online Short Courses take place using Zoom. You will need to have access to a quiet room with no other people present, and space to move around to take part in this course.
International students	You are welcome to join this course from anywhere in the world.
Language requirements	Applicants must be confident speaking and reading English to a conversational level (IELTS score of 7.0 or equivalent). You may be expected to read texts/scripts that have advanced vocabulary.
Attendance	Due to the structure and the collaborative nature of the courses, full attendance is requested.
Refunds	We are able to offer a full refund up until 7 days before the course begins. After this, the course will become fully non-refundable.
Cancellations	Central reserves the right to cancel this course if we do not meet the minimum number of participants. In this instance, a full refund will be made to you. We are unable to refund any other costs you may have incurred.