In 2017, the Victoria and Albert Museum presented a collection of Cristobal Balenciaga's garments in an exhibit titled Shaping Fashion. The museum shared a pattern that showed how to create a Balenciaga-inspired one seam coat. The simple origami-like cutting and shaping of the fabric is similar to a Japanese kimono. Japonism was a design movement […]

Need help with sewing and fitting a garment? This class helps you problem-solve issues and gain confidence to move forward on your sewing project. I specialize in teaching couture techniques, pattern drafting and manipulation, fitting, and bias sewing. This is a class where you can elevate your sewing skills and express your creativity. Bring your […]

Learn the basics of draping and how to create foundation pattern pieces to create simple designs using a dress form. Students will need to bring some tools but the instructor will also have some materials and tools on hand. Price of class includes cost of some of these materials. Dress forms will be available but […]

Need help with sewing and fitting a garment? This class helps you problem-solve issues and gain confidence to move forward on your sewing project. I specialize in teaching couture techniques, pattern drafting and manipulation, fitting, and bias sewing. This is a class where you can elevate your sewing skills and express your creativity. Bring your […]

Need help with sewing and fitting a garment? This class helps you problem-solve issues and gain confidence to move forward on your sewing project. I specialize in teaching couture techniques, pattern drafting and manipulation, fitting, and bias sewing. This is a class where you can elevate your sewing skills and express your creativity. Bring your […]

Need help with sewing and fitting a garment? This class helps you problem-solve issues and gain confidence to move forward on your sewing project. I specialize in teaching couture techniques, pattern drafting and manipulation, fitting, and bias sewing. This is a class where you can elevate your sewing skills and express your creativity. Bring your […]

This is a continuation of the Beginner draping class held on October 5. Students will continue learning how to drape foundation pattern pieces on a dress from. Student will need to bring some tools, but dress forms and other materials will be provided by the instructor. Quality instructional handouts will also be provided.

Need help with sewing and fitting a garment? This class helps you problem-solve issues and gain confidence to move forward on your sewing project. I specialize in teaching couture techniques, pattern drafting and manipulation, fitting, and bias sewing. This is a class where you can elevate your sewing skills and express your creativity. Bring your […]

Need help with sewing and fitting a garment? This class helps you problem-solve issues and gain confidence to move forward on your sewing project. I specialize in teaching couture techniques, pattern drafting and manipulation, fitting, and bias sewing. This is a class where you can elevate your sewing skills and express your creativity. Bring your […]

Need help with sewing and fitting a garment? This class helps you problem-solve issues and gain confidence to move forward on your sewing project. I specialize in teaching couture techniques, pattern drafting and manipulation, fitting, and bias sewing. This is a class where you can elevate your sewing skills and express your creativity. Bring your […]