Sewing , Pattern Making, Draping, and Making a Collection

From 30 £ /h

Learn to sew and make your own clothes or your own designs. Pattern making, block making, draping, corsetry, surface design, dress or gown making specialising in evening wear, couture or making a collection classes tailored to you. Whether a student producing collection or a working person wanting to make her own dress for a special occasion, these classes are for you.

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Around London, United Kingdom

About Me

I have been a dress designer for 20 years and I have designed over 25 capsule collections. I specialise in evening and special occasion wear and I employ haute couture techniques in my designs. I have 10 years experience in fashion education, specialising in creative pattern making and construction. I am results oriented, and my ability to inspire my students is my strongest suit. Most importantly, I will show you how to enjoy the process, as well as the product. Welcome to my class!

Education

Fashion Design / Associate Degree - Fashion Institute of the Philippines

Fashion Styling Short Course - Condé Nast College of Fashion

Garment Construction Short Course - Philippine Textile Research Institute

Experience / Qualifications

10 years in teaching fashion illustration, pattern drafting, draping and creative pattern making - Fashion Institute of the Philippines

20 years in fashion design & haute couture pattern drafting - John

Currently teaches Creative Pattern Drafting and Sewing - Fashion Technology Academy, London

Age

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Skills

Sewing

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Intensive Pattern Making / Bespoke Pattern Drafting

66 £ /h

Learn to make womenswear patterns or pattern blocks from scratch. Master the craft of bespoke pattern drafting, perfect for haute couture dressmaking. Four-hour classes feature the following topics:

Day 1 - Measurement Taking
Basic Skirt Block Pattern

Day 2 - Types of Skirt: Wrap, A-line, Panel, Godet, Gore, Circle, Gathered, Pleated

Day 3 - Basic Bodice Block Pattern
Basic Cuts (darts & seams)

Day 4 - Collars: Trubenised, Mandarin,Sports, Peter Pan, Baby, Sailor
Basic Sleeve

Day 5 - Necklines: V, Square, Sweetheart, Halter, Bustier, Off-shoulder, Plunging

Day 6 - Cowls : Neckline , Back, Sleeve, Off-shoulder, Skirt

Day 7 - Sleeves: Leg-of-Mutton, Semi puff & full puff, Bell, Circle, Raglan, Dolman, Batwing, Swirl

Day 8 - Twist & Swirl ( variations)
Trains & Bustles
Petticoat

Maria

Let's be creative together. I have a master’s degree in Fashion Design and Art from University UTB in Czech Republic.
I had fashion shows in different countries and fashion internship in Provincetown Massachusetts. Happy to teach basic sewing or help create fashion collection.

Annabel

Unlock your creativity and master the basics of sewing with Annabel's beginner-friendly lessons. Whether you’ve never touched a needle and thread or you're looking to refresh your skills, Annabel's classes are the perfect starting point. Learn the basics from the ground up and gain the confidence to begin making your own sewn projects—whether that’s a simple tote bag or the start of a handmade wardrobe.

Annabel trained as a bespoke tailor and went on to work in a garment factory producing gowns for some of London's leading designers. She has a wealth of experience in both dressmaking and tailoring and will help you make your dream sewing projects a reality!

There are many ways to start your sewing journey and Annabel is on-hand to help. Whether you opt for a one-off taster session to get to grips with your machine, private weekly tuition to coach you through projects of your choice or enrol on her six week beginners course to build a solid foundation in essential machine sewing skills, the choice is up to you!

No prior experience required—just bring your curiosity and a willingness to learn! You'll be led by an experienced and patient tutor who is passionate about all thing sewn.

Join from the comfort of your home or visit Annabel in her Stoke Newington studio to start your sewing journey today!

Mira

Having completed Foundation, BA and MA at UAL, I have a deep and up-to-date understanding of how fashion education works — from course expectations and application processes to portfolio standards and final presentations.

I offer guidance in:
- Application and portfolio preparation (Foundation, BA, MA)
- Concept and research development
- Draping, pattern cutting and garment construction
- Fabric sourcing and material understanding
- Collection planning, merchandising and product development
- Art direction for lookbooks and campaigns
- Brand positioning and early-stage business strategy

My teaching approach balances intuition and technical skill. I help you trust your instincts while expanding your knowledge through process-based learning. We actively work to overcome fear, creative block or imposter syndrome, so you can express your ideas confidently and with clarity. I teach with empathy, cultural awareness and patience, especially for students working in a second language.

Maria

Annabel

Mira

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