Learn to sew your own clothes perfectly from home.
In this course you’ll learn the techniques of pattern drafting and create your own patterns that you will then use to cut the fabric and make garments that fit to your shape or your customers.
This course is perfect for anyone with a little experience in sewing and wants to improve and upgrade their sewing skills
You’ll get to learn more about darts, importance of dart, how to manipulate it, how to calculate your own personal or clients dart intake and more!
You’ll learn how to sew perfectly from your comfort zone, by watching the video lessons on your mobile devices or laptop on your sofa as many times as you want to.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
MODULE 1
●Introduction to Dart – Why do we need dart? The importance of dart in dressmaking
●How to add dart to the basic bodice
●How to calculate your own Personal dart intake accurately
MODULE 1B
●Dart manipulation using slash and spread technique
Learn the Single-dart series using slash and spread technique
Learn the Two-dart series using the slash and spread technique
MODULE 1C
Stylelines – Classic and Armhole Princess stylelines variations
MODULE 2
●Introduction to different types of sleeves
●Introduction to different types of necklines for different sizes
MODULE 2B
●How to draft different types of sleeves using slash and spread technique
●How to draft different types of Necklines
MODULE 3
●How to draft a short gown pattern with two-dart series techniques
●How to cut and sew a dart pleated gown using slash and spread method
MODULE 4
●Introduction to circular pattern with standard calculations
●How to draft circular pattern (Full circle, 3/4 circle, half circle and 1/4 circle)
MODULE 4B
●How to cut and sew a double circle (720° peplum) blouse with padded Princess dart
MODULE 5
●Introduction to Panel skirts
●Panel skirt Measurement and Calculations
●How to draft a six pieces skirt
●How to cut and sew a well shaped fully lined six pieces skirt
WHY TAKING AN ONLINE COURSE?
LEARNING FROM HOME
You can take the courses from the comfort of your home. There is no need to travel before you learn especially if you’re a busy person.
STEB-BY-STEP VIDEO LESSONS
Our practical video lessons will guide you step-by-step from drafting your own sewing patterns to sewing your own clothes.
LIFETIME ACCESS
You can watch the videos from you mobile phone, tablet or computer as many times as you want with no restriction. You can always refer back to the videos any time that suits you as there is no deadlines.
SUPPORT
We are always available to give you feedback and full support at any time once you’ve sign up for the course
CONFIDENCE
You’ll master all the techniques of pattern and dressmaking and become confidence to make or create any styles of your choice.
WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
BEGINNERS WITH CONFIDENCE – Someone who had just finished the beginners course and wants to learn more skills and techniques
DIYs – Someone who loves to make her own clothes and need more advance sewing experience
REFRESHER- Someone who have sewn a few things and got frustrated with the outcome and want to start all over with basics and pattern drafting
FREE HAND CUTTER – Someone who have experience in sewing using the free hand method and wants to upgrade to drafting her own sewing patterns
Someone who is planning to start her own sewing business or ready-to-wear designs
WHO IS THE COURSE INSTRUCTOR?
Lara Olowofoyeku is a best-selling sewing teacher with a difference and the Creative Director of Donlarrie Couture. She’s had over a decade of experience in dressmaking and 8 years of experience in teaching how to sew and how to start a successful sewing business at home. Lara’s humility is second to none and her way of teaching is down-to-earth. She loves fashion and fashion-related business, she’s very good at what she does and wants you to learn how to sew and earn an income from it.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Once you’ve signed up below to purchase your place, the class starts immediately and never ends. It’s now up to you to decide when you want to start. Note that you have unlimited access to the course.
To access the class, you’ll need to sign up below to register and make payment. Once payment is made, you’ll then be able to sign in to the class with your username and password. You’ll also receive an email with login link to access the class
- A sewing machine
- Basic sewing tools which are already listed in the class
- Fabrics
- A smartphone / Tablet or Computer
- A good internet connection
You don’t need any previous sewing experience before taking our beginners class as we’ll guide you through step-by-step all you need to know to start making your own perfect clothes
You’ll have unlimited access to the course for as long as you want from the day you signed in for the class.
The difference between the two is that this is a structured programme as you can see from the course outlines. The videos are more detailed and that’s all you need to be a perfect sewer as it will take you step by step through from drafting your own pattern to cutting and sewing your own clothes
There is an Help/Contact button in your individual account page and you’ll get through to us through this medium. We’ll be available to answer your questions very often.
If you’re having difficulty login in to the class, you can send us an email: support@donlarrie.com and we’ll be available to help you.
SIGN UP HERE
INTERMEDIATE LEVEL
Designing your own clothes is made easy with pattern drafting
Step-by-step video lessons of pattern drafting and garment construction
Instant access to the course
Downloadable resources
30 video lessons
Lifetime access to the course
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