Key Facts

  • Starting
    10 Oct 2026
    Location
    Tooting
    Start Time
    10:00
    End Time
    16:00
    Duration
    2 Weeks
    Study Mode
    Part Time Day
    Days
    Saturday
    Start Date
    10 Oct 2026
    Level
    Short Course
    Code
    TCRX593FC

    Fees

    19+ Fee
    £ 100

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Clothes Making and Pattern Cutting for Beginners and Improvers

Clothes Making and Pattern Cutting for Beginners and Improvers

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In this course, we will start by learning how to use measurements to plot and draft a fitted bodice and a trouser block. Whether you are already working in the industry, hoping to pursue academic study, or are a home dressmaker seeking to improve your skill set, this course will help you develop practical skills in garment design and construction.

What will you gain? Beginners: Learn to take measurements correctly. Produce a basic block. Be introduced to techniques through group demonstrations, and benefit from one to one tutorials to aid your development. Be able to create a pattern from a block with the correct seam allowance and markings.

More advance learners will start individual projects: Draft the skirt (trouser) block, production of skirt toile, fitting and modification of pattern. Dress block, production of dress toile, fitting and modification of pattern if required. *Completion of outstanding elements from previous course for returning learners .

  • Entry Requirements


    What level is the course and do I need any particular skills? Intermediate to advance. You should be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions to support demonstrations, handouts, and health and safety information. *You should be able to use numbers and be able to do simple measurements and calculations.

  • Course Content


    What will we cover? Body measuring, sizing and ease. How to read patterns, the step by step process of block making.

    By the end of this course, beginner students will be able to... Implement how to take body measurements correctly. Create a fitted bodice and a trouser block. Identify basic pattern cutting symbols. Demonstrate competency in using tools and equipment.

    Students should bring along drawings/photos/sketches of the garment they would like to create. The basic pattern blocks can then be adapted to reflect the design idea and students will work at their own pace to draft a pattern, produce a toile (if needed) and then to create the finished garment.

  • Additional Information


    Equipment list: Tape measure Sharp 2H pencil (preferably mechanical pencils with a 0.5mm or 0.7mm lead) Rubber Sharpener Glue
    Sellotape
    Paper scissor Pattern notchers (optional) Tracing wheel (optional)
    French curve or a set square (optional) A4 ring binder
    A4 plastic wallets x10 A5 notebook Black or blue biro

  • Course Structure


    Face to Face

  • Assessment Details


    On going assessment and via individual progress records.

    How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class? Through demonstrations, discussions, workshop practice, one to one instruction, and guidance. You will also be invited to take part in group discussions. All work can be completed during the class.