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Patternmaking

Overview

This course covers basic pattern making principles using a variety of methods to modify basic pattern blocks.You will develop patterns including a variety of skirt styles, bodice dart manipulations, sleeves, and a pant and a dress style. A choice of women's size 8-18 blocks are available for use. 

Course content

Participants will have the opportunity to learn patternmaking principles and techniques for the development of basic silhouettes and style adaptations through practical application, demonstrations and reference notes. Base Styles /Silhouettes to be developed from the provided Basic Blocks include: skirt variations, bodice dart manipulations, a dress and pant style and variety of sleeves.

Ideal for

This course is suitable for people in the clothing industry or for home users who are interested in learning basic professional pattern making skills.

Important Information

If you are travelling from out of state it is highly recommended that you wait for your course confirmation letter before booking any flights.

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Outcome

By the end of this course, participants will have a good knowledge of Patternmaking.

Pre-requisites

It is strongly recommended that participants have some prior knowledge of sewing, garment construction or clothing trade skills/experience.

Materials supplied

Paper, Rulers.

Materials to bring

Metric tape measure, French curve/ruler (can be purchased at Spotlight), Scissors (suitable for cutting card), Sticky tape (with dispenser), Clutch pencil (HB, 0.5mm), Eraser.

Award

Participants will be emailed an RMIT Certificate of Participation after completion.

Additional notes

Difference between Patternmaking and Pattern Drafting:
Patternmaking - uses existing blocks to standard sizes (up to size 20) to learn the skill of patternmaking, ie. using a standard size skirt block and learning how to apply patternmaking techniques to add design features - flare, pleats, pockets, waistbands, gathers etc
Pattern Drafting - students create their own blocks, to own measurements (or to clients’ measurements). This means any subsequent patterns made (using patternmaking techniques) based on their own individual measurements will fit perfectly (as not everyone is a standard size).

Facilitator


Kate Newton

Kate Newton entered the fashion industry as a passionate 18 year old and has forged a career as a patternmaker and seamstress, predominantly in bridal and evening wear. Her love of couture led her to enter and show her work around the country in the Australian Gown of the Year 2002, 2003 and 2004. She has worked for many well-known bridal stores and ran her own boutique business in Surry Hills creating custom made gowns and ladies tailoring. It was here that she began teaching small classes and workshops and in 2009 began full-time teaching as well as mentoring fashion students and enthusiasts. Kate has embraced her love of learning and passing on her knowledge by completing a Diploma of Vocational Education & Training and is always pursuing new endeavours to remain inspired and passionate about fashion. Her technical expertise in personal fit, patternmaking and fabrics ensures her students gain valuable insights to further their skills development.

Testimonial

  • Natalya Stern

    I had a great experience. This course was hands on and had great materials.

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Available course dates

Monday 16 March 2020

  • Code S350203
  • Start date 16.03.20
  • End date 18.05.20
  • Hours 27
  • Campus Brunswick
  • Places remaining 1
  • Fee $790.00
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Session Start End Hours
Mon 16.03.20 06:00pm 09:00pm 3.00
Mon 23.03.20 06:00pm 09:00pm 3.00
Mon 30.03.20 06:00pm 09:00pm 3.00
Mon 06.04.20 06:00pm 09:00pm 3.00
Mon 20.04.20 06:00pm 09:00pm 3.00
Mon 27.04.20 06:00pm 09:00pm 3.00
Mon 04.05.20 06:00pm 09:00pm 3.00
Mon 11.05.20 06:00pm 09:00pm 3.00
Mon 18.05.20 06:00pm 09:00pm 3.00

Saturday 03 October 2020

  • Code S350203
  • Start date 03.10.20
  • End date 07.11.20
  • Hours 27.5
  • Campus Brunswick
  • Fee $790.00
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Session Start End Hours
Sat 03.10.20 10:00am 04:00pm 5.50
Sat 10.10.20 10:00am 04:00pm 5.50
Sat 17.10.20 10:00am 04:00pm 5.50
Sat 24.10.20 10:00am 04:00pm 5.50
Sat 07.11.20 10:00am 04:00pm 5.50

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