FULL BUST ADJUSTMENT - Wed 23 Jul - 2pm-5pm

FULL BUST ADJUSTMENT - Wed 23 Jul - 2pm-5pm

£60.00

PATTERN CUTTING WORKSHOP

WORKSHOP LOCATION: CAST Helston. Google maps link here.

SESSIONS: 1

DATES: Wednesday 23rd July 2025

TIME: 2pm-5pm

MAXIMUM PARTICPANTS: 5

LEVEL: Intermediate

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This is an intermediate pattern cutting class, where you will learn how to make Full Bust Adjustments (FBA) to commercial patterns. Patterns are cut to a standard size and many ladies need to adjust them to fit well over the bust if they are bigger than a B/C cup. We will cover how to measure yourself properly, how to chose the correct pattern size and then start making the full bust adjustments.

To determine if you need a full bust adjustment, when you measure your above bust and full bust, if the difference is over 5cm then you will probably need to adjust commercial patterns. If the difference is around 5cm or lower, then you will not need to do this course. Please note, there is no sewing in this class and you will not have a full pattern to take home at the end, this class is solely for learning how to adjust patterns to fit your bust!

COURSE OUTLINE

Measuring yourself to determine FBA amount
Complete a FBA on a darted bodice

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE?

We will provide all the pattern cutting tools you will need and pattern cutting paper.
A basic block pattern that you can trace to learn the techniques on – please note, these are just for learning the techniques on and will not be a full pattern.
A booklet that covers all the pattern cutting techniques learned in the lesson.
Tea and coffee!

WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?

Please bring your own commercial patterns if you would like to learn how to alter a pattern you already own.

WHO IS THIS CLASS SUITABLE FOR?

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!

ABOUT YOUR TEACHER

Helen Shine is a pattern cutter and seamstress who has worked in the fashion industry in London for 10 years. She has cut patterns for several high-end designer brands, including Victoria Beckham, Mary Katrantzou and Karen Millen. She loves sharing the knowledge she has gained over the years with others, to help them on their sewing journey.

WORKSHOP LOCATION

This workshop is held at CAST in Helston.

CAST is a visual arts organisation, based in Helston, Cornwall. Their ambitious programme includes exhibitions of artists’ film, talks, screening events and workshops, as well as learning programmes for schools and creative activities for children, families and young people. CAST also provides studios for artists, an open-access ceramics studio and an excellent Café.

The class room/accessibility:

My classes are held in Studio 4, which is on the ground floor, close to toilets and the cafe, which are all on one level. There is a step free access at the front door. However, if you are parking in Wendron Street car park (see below), there are steps from the car park to the back door entrance to the building, then steps down to the ground floor once you are in the building.

Address:

CAST (Cornubian Arts & Science Trust)
3 Penrose Road
Helston
Cornwall
TR13 8TP

Parking:

The rear entrance to the building can be reached by steps from Wendron Street car park. Click here for Google Maps link.

It costs £4.60 for 12 hours.

PLEASE NOTE: You must put in your car registration number accurately to avoid a fine. Make sure you pay for enough time to cover the workshop to avoid a fine.

Bus:

The U4 runs hourly between Falmouth and Helston.

The 34 runs hourly between Redruth and Helston.

The U4 runs hourly between Penzance and Helston.

CAST is a 5 minute walk from the Seven Stars bus stop, on Coinagehall Street.

CAST Cafe:

When I was looking for a new venue for my workshops, I purposefully chose somewhere with a great onsite cafe! CAST Café is open Wednesday – Saturday | 10am – 4pm

TESTIMONIALS

The Full Bust Adjustment Course was a birthday gift for my wife Clare. She arrived home from the course bubbling with excitement and enthusing about the course content, the teaching, everything.
Friendly and engaging, Helen is clearly knowledgable and has a great teaching method.
Highly recommended.

Clare- Full Bust Adjustment, 1-1 class

The best thing I learned was the correct method for making a full bust adjustment and how to achieve it on my TATB Stevie pattern (a pattern without bust darts).

Sam White - Full Bust Adjustment Masterclass

I attended the FBA masterclass at Stitches & Cream. I learned to do the pattern block by myself. Hands on learning at a pace where I could make my own notes, take photos and ask plenty of questions. I learned more than I expected and it was more hands on than I expected. There was excellent technical tuition and clear methodical explanations. It was worth travelling the distance to Falmouth!

Martha Wiseman - Full Bust Adjustment Masterclass