Master the Art of Structure:
The Tailored Jacket Sampler
Dates: Thursday 1st-8th & 15th October
Time:
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Location: 92 Leveson St, North Melbourne 3051
Skill Level: Intermediate to advanced. Prior experience with garment construction and sewing required
Format: In-person, hands-on workshop
Best Suited To:
This workshop is designed for sewists eager to develop their tailoring skills and learn the
precise, high-end construction techniques used in professional ateliers. It is ideal for:
• Intermediate to advanced sewists wanting to elevate the quality and finish of their work,
and learn more about artisanal garment finishes.
• Fashion students looking to develop professional-level tailoring skills.
• Designers wanting to understand the internal architecture behind a well-constructed tailored
jacket.
• Anyone ready to move beyond basic sewing and master a truly polished, bespoke finish.
Overview
Unlock the secrets of traditional bespoke craftsmanship in this intensive, hands-on masterclass.
Instead of rushing through a full garment, you will focus entirely on precision by creating the
ultimate technical reference piece: a fully structured, half-body tailored jacket sampler.
You will master the exact architectural techniques used by master tailors. This course moves
past modern shortcuts to teach you the authentic internal mechanics of structured menswear and womenswear.
What you will master:
• Traditional Pad Stitching: Learn to shape a canvas by hand, controlling roll, tension, and
three-dimensional form.
• Fully Canvassed Construction: Build a floating haircloth foundation for a jacket that moulds perfectly to the body.
• The Perfect Sleeve: Set in and press a classic two-piece sleeve to achieve a clean,
anatomical drape.
• Internal Anatomy: Craft and install professional shoulder pads and sleeve headings to control structure and eliminate collapse.
By the end of this course, you won't just leave with a perfect half-body sampler; you will possess
the foundational muscle memory, pressing techniques, and internal construction skills required
to tackle any high-end tailoring project with absolute confidence.
What is Provided
• Pre-cut fabric for a half-body jacket, fused where required and ready to be built.
• Tailoring internal materials: High-quality canvas, shoulder pads, sleeve headings.
• In-class reference samplers to support your understanding of each construction technique.
• A supportive sewing studio fully equipped with industrial tools and materials.
Spots are limited — Book now!
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.