I recently undertook a full week of patten cutting workshops with the lovely Helen of Dot.n.Cross in Falmouth. We covered 2 day Dress Block , 2 day Trousers Block , 1 day How to Adapt a pattern, and an added bonus we had time to draw up a button down Shirt-waisted dress pattern from scratch using the dress block we had created based on my measurements taking into account the Full Bust Adjustment we had made on the dress block. The section we did on Full Bust Adjustment was a revelation and explained why I had so many problems fitting garments. This new pattern will fit properly no gapping or pulling over the bust, no overlarge shoulder or arm holes because I've had to make a larger size to accommodate my fuller bust. HEAVEN.
Each workshop we did had full and comprehensive supporting documents and notes which will allow me to develop my own patterns or adapt commercial patterns at home and get a great fit.
I had an amazing week with Helen her teaching was exceptional, doing a one on one really allowed me to take so much on board in a very short time.
Would highly recommend Helen's courses her wealth of knowledge and expertise, which she so generously shares is amazing and inspiring.
Came home so excited to make up my new self drafted pattern (with a lot of help thank you ) .
Thank you Helen had a really inspirational week.
I booked a 1:1 sewing lesson and honestly couldn’t have asked for a better experience. It was completely tailored to me and what I wanted to improve, especially mending and upcycling vintage pieces. Helen was so patient, and knowledgeable, and made everything feel really approachable. I learned loads in a short time and left feeling really motivated. Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to build confidence with sewing!
Helen is a great teacher with a wealth of knowledge and expertise. I learnt more about sewing in a one-to-one than I ever learnt at school or in group classes as an adult. I feel confident to get back into sewing, I’m so glad I found Helen to support me on my journey. Thanks so much x
Fantastic 1 to 1 session with Helen on a shirt making masterclass. It was the first piece of clothing I have ever made and we got very far, and had the knowledge to finish it at home! Helen was a brilliant teacher and has given me some really valuable knowledge!
Recently attended 2 x one to one sessions with Helen with the aim of fitting a dress for my wife (who also attended). Helen immediately put us at ease and we went about correcting a toile I had previously made. Helen was very patient and answered all of our questions and went about explaining the pattern drafting process to create a new improved toile and set me my homework. On the second session I brought along the new improved toile and we further refined the fit for my wife's dress. I cannot recommend Helen enough. Her experience and knowledge is first rate and she gave me a whole new appreciation of the garment construction process.