Patternmaking Experimental And Explorative Approaches Part 2 Short Course
Course description
Course overview
This short intensive course builds on Experimental And Explorative Approaches Part 1, and explores some unconventional and inventive approaches to patternmaking and shape creation.
You will be encouraged to think 'outside the box' and experiment with abstract and geometric shapes in both 2D and 3D, and to observe how they relate to the body as garments.
The course intends to lead you on a journey of discovery at the end of which, it is hoped, you will rethink your approach to design and patternmaking. Tutor-led demonstrations will provide the starting point from which to practise a series of calico modelling skills, leading on to the creation of your own 'geometrically draped' toile.
Who this course is for
This course is suitable for students aged 18 and older. Some knowledge of conventional flat patternmaking is essential to follow the programme. Intermediate sewing skills and competent use of industrial machinery are also necessary if you are to fully exploit this course. Ideally, students should have completed our Part 1 course before enrolling on this one.
Key information
Topics covered
- Learn new techniques for process led design
- Create a pattern for this garment you have chosen / designed in jersey - using professional instruments and guidance to ensure your pattern fits together perfectly
- Create a toile to ensure your pattern works and is accurate to your design
- A choice of three other projects, involving exciting process led ways to create leading you to create other toiles or sections of using the techniques.
- Stitching techniques for constructing jersey and finishing
- Building or draping your own design using the starting points of the demonstrations
- Practical demonstrations on all the above, cutting out toiles and finishing your patterns
Learning outcomes
- Experience how to drape in jersey, create a simple block with flat pattern making for jersey
- Be exposed to different types of patternmaking
- Create your own unique toiles
- Experiment with fabric manipulation and or building garments on the dummy
- Use an industrial sewing machine and understand specialist sewing techniques
- Use professional tools to create your own patterns
- Digital badge and certificate of attendance
Materials
- Graders Set Square or Pattern Master
- Paper scissors
- Fabric scissors
- Tape measure
- Tracing wheel
- Pattern awl
- Masking tape
- Dress maker pins
- Pens (various colours)
- Pencils
- Eraser
- File (for keeping course hand-outs/notes)
- Notepad
- Camera (to record the process)
Tutor
Jill Entwistle
Jill Entwistle has extensive experience teaching patternmaking on the BA Fashion course at Central Saint Martins. She has 20 years experience in the fashion Industry, pattern cutting, managing sample rooms and co-ordinating catwalk show collections in the UK and the US.Book a course
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