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Recreate The Pattern For Your Favourite Dress or Top

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  • Thursday 15th May, 2.30-5.30pm
  • Thursday 26th June, 2.30-5.30pm
  • Thursday 24th July, 2.30-5.30pm

Maximum Class Size: 4

Level 4: Intermediate. Best suited to those with a good understanding of garment construction and who have sewn a range of projects using commercial patterns.

We all have that one favourite dress or top—the one that fits just right and goes with everything. In this practical pattern drafting session, you'll learn how to recreate it without unpicking a single seam.

With expert guidance from an experienced pattern cutter, you’ll copy your garment by tracing around each section, carefully noting seam allowances, darts, pleats, and shaping. You’ll finish the session with a complete set of paper pattern pieces ready to use again and again at home.

Please note: This class focuses on pattern replication only—there is no sewing involved during the session.

Techniques Covered

  • Tracing garments without deconstructing
  • Adding seam allowances, darts, pleats and shaping
  • Creating an accurate paper pattern from an existing garment
  • Tips for recreating the construction order at home

Materials

All tools and materials are provided. Please bring a dress or top that you would like to replicate. The garment should be unlined and made from woven fabric for best results.

What’s Next?

Take your new pattern to one of our Open Sewing workshops for expert help turning it into a finished piece. If you’re ready to build more advanced skills, explore our garment making or pattern cutting courses.