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11 March 2023 - 18 March 2023 ( 11 hours, 2 weeks )
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Waterloo Centre
This taster course is an ideal opportunity for you to learn some basic pattern cutting skills and to complete simple patterns to your size. In the studio there will be a number of clothing samples for you to study, and you will learn how to draft the patterns of your choice. Not only will you study basic geometric shapes and how these work with the body, but also about tools of the trade and pattern cutting terminology. Whatever your preference be it menswear, womenswear, gender neutral or childrenswear, this course will benefit you. By the end of the day you will take home at least one completed pattern to your size. The course is suitable for anyone with an interest in making patterns for clothes. No previous experience is required. You can take 1 course or develop your skills further by taking 2 or all 3 of these weekend courses.
After examining and discussing examples and samples, the tutor will discuss suitable materials and pattern shapes and use demonstrations of appropriate cutting and construction methods. You will be able to develop a pattern and handouts and other printed materials will be used as support for design and skill development. Teaching will be in groups and on an individual, one-to-one basis and you will be encouraged to develop your creativity.
This is a Beginners Course. All are welcome.•Suitable for people with limited or no previous experience•Students must be able to speak, read and write in English•Basic numeracy is essential
• This course is intensive; punctuality and good attendance are necessary.• Working on patterns and cutting fabric can involve standing at high tables. Please let your tutor know if this is difficult for you.• Sewing machines have a foot operated speed control.• The fashion studios are on the first floor of the Nancy Seear Building and there is wheelchair access via a stair-lift.• Please also note: there is no eating or drinking in the fashion studios – bottled water is allowed.
You will need to bring:• paper scissors• a basic sewing kit: fabric scissors, pins, tape measure, sewing thread• notepad and 2/3 colour pens, HB pencil, sharpener, eraser and A4 file to keep hand-outs Provided in the class:• some pattern cutting tools for use in the studio• paper and card are available for use in the studio• calico for toiling is available at cost price from your tutor• you will need to purchase a sewing machine bobbin from your tutor for £1, refundable at the end of the course
We run a variety of specialist courses, as well as other courses which might be of interest, including clothes making and pattern cutting. Please consult the course guide or http://www.morleycollege.ac.uk for further details. You might want to try one of the following: Pattern Cutting: Beginners for , Draping on the Stand or Contemporary Millinery. Want to go further? Our HNC/HND, BA (Hons) or Access to Fashion Diploma courses can be the first step to making Fashion your new career. For more details visit: https://www.morleycollege.ac.uk
