{"product_id":"dressmaking-bodice-fitting-and-commercial-pattern-alterations","title":"Weekend - Bodice Fitting and Commercial Pattern Alterations 2 Day Workshop","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo you find fitting commercial patterns challenging, or have a perfectly fitting basic pattern or a block that you’d like to take to the next level and create garments in your preferred style? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOur 2 day pattern fitting and pattern alterations workshop will allow you to take your dressmaking skills to the next level by learning how to alter commercial sewing patterns to fit to your unique body and also how to add new design features to your own patterns.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis involves \u003cspan\u003etaking accurate measurements, choosing the correct pattern size and making necessary pattern alterations. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will learn how to adjust bodice and sleeve pattern pieces to make them suit your measurements before making a toile and final garment. Making these necessary alternations at start will help you sew a better fitted toile which will need less adjustments afterwords. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eYou will also learn basic pattern cutting skills, such as dart manipulation: rotating darts and turning them into design features; adding volume to the patterns using flare, gathers and pleats. Hacking your favourite patterns to personalise them to your preferred look and turning inspiration designs into your own patterns. Creating different sleeve and pocket designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a two day workshop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuring Day 1 of this course you will learn:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTaking your body measurements \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssessing the differences to industry standard measurements and establishing dressmaking cup size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePicking the right size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinished garment measurements, wearing ease and design ease. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePattern alterations such as: moving bust darts, lengthening and shortening bodice part, grading between sizes, adjusting the shoulder length, adjusting sleeve width and length, full bust adjustment (FBA) and small bust adjustment (FBA).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the 2nd day of the workshop you will be able to put your learnings into practice by working on your desired top or a dress sewing pattern, making alternations needed for your measurements and sewing a final garment. Your tutor can help you choose the sewing pattern for this if needed\u003cb\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt this workshop you will spend a day sewing with others as part of a small group in our studio space surrounded by beautiful fabrics, while learning and developing your skills. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will also have the opportunity to shop for the fabrics and other sewing supplies during breaks after the workshop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExperience\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis workshop is aimed at all levels, from beginners to confident seamstresses as long as you can use the sewing machine and understand garment construction.. It is a perfect opportunity for building your confidence in a safe and supportive environment and for making sewing friends. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor part 1 you will need a notebook, a pen and a tape. We will supply all other materials needed for this workshop. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor part 2 you will need to bring your sewing machine and tools. You will also need a sewing pattern and fabric which you can purchase after part 1. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach workshop participant can benefit from using a special discount code for purchases on the day.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGroup size\u003c\/strong\u003e: there will be a space for up to 5 people to attend the workshop but the course will go ahead regardless of the group size. This is an ideal number for you to enjoy company while sewing and also ensures that everyone will have plenty of time with the tutor for tips and guidance. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime\u003c\/strong\u003e: 10am - 4pm including lunch and tea \/ coffee break. Please arrive early for quick refreshments and chatter. We will start promptly at 10am.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Lamazi Fabrics Studio is located in the centre of Horsham in West Sussex at  Unit 1, City Business Centre, 6 Brighton Road, Horsham,  RH13 5BB. \u003cstrong\u003eFree parking is available on site (subject to availability). \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe will provide tea\/coffee and snacks. Please bring your own packed lunch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you have any dietary requirements or further questions please let us know.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCancelation policy\u003c\/strong\u003e: this workshop or the supplies purchased for it are non-refundable. However we will try and offer an alternative date subject to availability if you will have to miss the session due to significant personal circumstances. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Lamazi Fabrics Limited","offers":[{"title":"October 4 \u0026 31","offer_id":57212252193146,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"November 7 \u0026 15","offer_id":57212252291450,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2984\/8478\/files\/makeyourownsweater_de709add-6560-42de-974b-1cde380e77fe.png?v=1772128497","url":"https:\/\/lamazifabrics.com\/products\/dressmaking-bodice-fitting-and-commercial-pattern-alterations","provider":"Lamazi Fabrics ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}