Patternmaking; Draping 1

Patternmaking; Draping 1

Adult Online Day | This class has been canceled

open to all levels

4/1/2021-6/3/2021

12:30 PM-3:30 PM EDT on Th

$390.00

$351.00

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In this course each student will learn the fundamentals of pattern-making and draping, through exercises in dart manipulation, slash and spread technique, grading and fitting. The students that complete this course will take with him/her the skill to create a garment from sketch to completion, through paper draft and first muslin samples. The student will construct variations on basic garments like the bodice, and sleeve to get a full understanding of how the pattern sloper works as your most important tool in the creative process.

  • Tool and supplies:
  • Sharp scissors or cutting wheel
  • Small clipping scissor
  • Tracing wheel
  • Tracing paper
  • Seam wrapper
  • 1 French curve
  • 1 clear ruler
  • Pencil or pen
  • 1 tape measure
  • tailoring chalk or white pencil
  • I box of dressmaker pin

PHILLIP ALEXANDER Studied at Fashion Institute of Technology and has been working in the fashion industry for more then twenty years. Phillip worked as a sample-maker, cutter and pattern-maker. He created his own design firm right out of college scoring success, by selling his first collection to some of New York’s premiere department stores. After two seasons, Phillip tried his hand as Senior designer/consultant for major apparel and sleepwear companies, where he worked with head-designers to develop new collections and re-define their brand. Phillip worked with these companies stateside and overseas learning the business of production and importing. Phillip has worked, as a graphic artist quickly moving up the ranks to assistant Art Director were he honed his skill around product development and branding. Phillip is now developing his own product line of menswear.