3 Day Pattern Making Workshop Lvl. 1 - Brisbane Campus

This workshop provides aspiring designers with the opportunity to develop fundamental pattern making skills.

In this workshop, students are introduced to the fundamentals of basic pattern making with a focus on understanding garment construction, pattern manipulation, and foundational drafting techniques. They will learn how to take accurate body measurements, interpret and read sewing patterns, and use essential pattern-making tools with confidence. This workshop provides a strong introduction to the technical foundations of garment creation, supporting the development of skills essential for further study in fashion design and garment construction.

Across two intensive days, students will explore both scaled and full-scale pattern manipulation.

On Day 1, participants will be introduced to skirt pattern manipulation at 1/3 scale before progressing to full-scale pattern alteration, allowing them to experiment with design changes and silhouette development.

On Day 2, students will focus on dart manipulation and sleeve development at 1/3 scale, before applying their learning to construct a full-scale bodice pattern incorporating their own dart manipulation and design customisation.

On Day 3, students will create a full scale button up pattern.

What you'll walk away with

By the end of the workshop, students will have developed a foundational understanding of pattern making principles and will have produced both experimental and full-scale pattern work demonstrating their ability to manipulate and construct basic garment blocks.

Duration: 2 days

When: Monday 29 June to Tuesday 30 June, 9am-3pm

Level: Beginner, no assumed knowledge.

Minimum age: Grade 10 (15-16 Years Old)

Materials Provided

• Pattern making paper

• Blocks

• 1/3rd scale rulers

• Pattern making rulers

Materials Required

• Pencils, eraser, sharpener

• Notebook

• scissors

• pattern making rulers (if already owned)

We have some pattern making tools that students can borrow. As there is a limited supply, bring your own tools if you have them.

**Minimum numbers apply