- Date: Wednesday, April 29, May 6 & 13
- Time: 6pm–9pm
- Duration: 9hrs
- Format: In-person, hands-on workshop
- Location: 92 Leveson St, North Melbourne
- Skill level: Intermediate. Some experience with sewing or patternmaking is recommended.
Best suited to
This workshop is designed for intermediate sewists who want to develop their patternmaking skills and learn how to draft fitted pants to suit their own body shape.
It is ideal for:
- Sewists wanting to move beyond commercial patterns and draft their own pant styles
- Anyone who has struggled with common fit issues such as crotch depth, hip curves, or waistband gaping
- Fashion students building their patternmaking skills in trousers and tailored pants
- Anyone wanting to understand the differences between flat front and pleated trouser construction
Participants should have some basic sewing or patternmaking experience before attending.
Overview
In this hands-on intensive participants will draft two distinct pant patterns — a flat front pant with a curved contoured waistband, and a pleated trouser with a classic waistband finish - using industry-standard pattern blocks adapted to their own measurements.
Over three sessions participants will learn specialist patternmaking techniques, explore construction through a wide variety of samplers and pre-made garments, and develop the skills to achieve a professional result. Fly construction, pocket bags, welt pockets, and high-end finishing techniques are all covered.
What you will learn
Participants will develop practical skills across several key areas of pant patternmaking.
Measurement & Pattern Drafting
- How to accurately take and record personal measurements for a customised fit
- Techniques for drafting two unique pant patterns using your own measurements
Flat Front Pant
- Drafting a flat front pant with a curved contoured waistband
- Key fitting techniques and design principles for flat front styles
Pleated Trouser
- Drafting a pleated trouser with a classic waistband finish
- Understanding how the pleated style affects fit and comfort
Construction & Finishing
- Fly construction, pocket bags, and welt pockets
- High-end finishing techniques for a professional result
- How to identify and apply common fit adjustments
Each session builds on the last. Session 1 covers introductions, measuring, and drafting the flat front pant. Session 2 finalises the flat front and begins the pleated trouser. Session 3 completes the tailored trouser pattern.
What is provided
- Patternmaking paper and rulers
- Instruction booklet with detailed guides and diagrams
- Sewing samplers demonstrating key construction techniques
- Detailed discussion on fabric, fusing, and trim options for both styles
- A supportive studio environment with highly skilled teachers
- Light refreshments during each session
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Inclusivity Statement
The Pattern Making Class welcomes participants of all backgrounds, identities, and skill levels, including trans, non-binary, and gender non-conforming individuals. We strive to create an inclusive and supportive environment for everyone.