{"product_id":"making-the-pant-block","title":"The Pant - Intro to Pattern Making","description":"\u003ch2\u003e✂️ Learn the Pant Making Skills Taught by Industry \u0026amp; Education Experts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate: Wednesday September 9th, 16th \u0026amp; 23rd\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6pm–9pm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9hrs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e In-person, hands-on workshop\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 92 Leveson St, North Melbourne\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner to Intermediate. A basic knowledge of garment construction is helpful but not essential.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBest suited to\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis workshop is designed for sewists who would like to develop their pant pattern making skills and gain a thorough understanding of how pants are constructed and fitted.\u003cbr\u003eIt is ideal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeginner to intermediate sewists wanting to learn pant pattern drafting from the ground up\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHome sewists looking to better understand fit and alterations in pants\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFashion students building their patternmaking foundations\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who has struggled with commercial pant patterns and wants to understand why\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParticipants should have some basic sewing knowledge, though prior patternmaking experience is not required.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOverview\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this hands-on intensive participants will explore key patternmaking techniques to develop a thorough knowledge and understanding of pants — all under the guidance of industry and education experts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMastering the pant is a crucial foundation in patternmaking. Once you understand the underlying principles, you will be equipped to tackle complex patterns and alterations with confidence.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOver three sessions you will work through drafting techniques, fit principles, and design variations, building practical skills you can apply to both original patterns and existing commercial ones.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat you will learn\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParticipants will develop practical skills across several key areas of pant patternmaking.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003ePattern Drafting Foundations\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasic patternmaking terminology and how to apply it\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to start drafting pant patterns using a block (provided)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstanding crotch shaping and how it affects fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eLeg Silhouettes \u0026amp; Design Variations\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTypes of pant leg shapes, from narrow to wide\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrafting multiple leg silhouettes with an understanding of shape, form, and fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWaist Finishes \u0026amp; Waistbands\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic tailored waistbands and shaped waistband variations\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifferent waist heights and how to apply them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003ePockets \u0026amp; Fly Fronts\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrafting pockets and understanding placement and construction\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstructing fly fronts step by step\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFit \u0026amp; Balance\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTechniques for balancing the front and back legs to achieve correct fit\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon fit issues and how to fix them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy the end of the workshop participants will have a deep understanding of pant patterns and the skills to confidently draft, alter, and fit pants across a range of styles.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is provided\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed illustrated handouts explaining each step of the process, including a documented work program\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSamplers and mock-ups of pants to support your understanding of construction (for in-class use only)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePant blocks in your size to work from during the sessions\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA supportive sewing studio equipped with tools and materials\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight refreshments during the workshop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpots are limited — Book now!\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eInclusivity Statement\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pattern Making Class welcomes participants of all backgrounds, identities, and skill levels, including trans, non-binary, and gender non-conforming individuals. 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