PATTERN HACKING - Sat 28 Jun - 10am-4pm
PATTERN HACKING - Sat 28 Jun - 10am-4pm
PATTERN CUTTING WORKSHOP
WORKSHOP LOCATION: CAST Helston. Google maps link here.
SESSIONS: 1
DATES: Saturday 28th June
TIME: 10am-4pm
MAXIMUM PARTICPANTS: 5
LEVEL: Intermediate
TELL ME MORE
The aim of this workshop 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.
COURSE OUTLINE
Pivoting darts
Altering the neckline
Creating panels and seam lines
Basic skirt variations
Slash and spread techniques to add volume
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE?
We will provide all the pattern cutting tools you will need
Course booklet to take home.
Tea and coffee!
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?
Absolutely nothing! Everything is provided for the class.
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
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CANCELLATIONS
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