Transform Your Fabrics into $2000+ Designer Looks

Learn the secret draping techniques luxury fashion houses use to create their most expensive pieces

What if there was a way to create stunning, original designer clothing without the usual years of fashion school training?

A method that could transform your sewing and design skills into high-end, couture-level creations?

Would you want to know these insider techniques that luxury fashion houses have been using for decades?

Well, I've developed a system to teach you exactly that.
My name is Neda Niquie, and I've been designing & creating gowns for over 20 years.

After working with major fashion houses and teaching hundreds of students worldwide, I've developed a unique approach called the Direct Design Method (DDM):

A comprehensive system that unlocks the secrets of creative draping and design.
When you understand these creative draping techniques, you can transform a simple piece of fabric into a designer garment worth thousands.

Once you know how to manipulate fabric and create controlled drapes, you can develop your own original designs that rival high-end fashion houses.

When you have these skills, you're no longer limited to commercial patterns or copying others' designs. You become a true designer, creating unique pieces that express your vision.
What if there was a way to create stunning, original designer clothing without the usual years of fashion school training?

A method that could transform your sewing and design skills into high-end, couture-level creations?

Would you want to know these insider techniques that luxury fashion houses have been using for decades?

Well, I've developed a system to teach you exactly that.
I've trained hundreds of students in creative draping techniques, from home sewists to professional designers.

But when I first started, I was just like you - following patterns, and wondering how designer clothes achieved those beautiful, seemingly impossible drapes and folds.

Now I'm in a different place.

I've mastered these techniques through years in the industry, working with luxury brands and teaching at prestigious institutions.

And it all started with learning one fundamental principle:

Fabric manipulation through creative draping.

Your Draping Society membership includes:

  • Weekly live demonstration sessions
  • Step-by-step video tutorials
  • Detailed technique breakdowns
  • Personal feedback on your work
  • Access to our private community of designers
But that's not all. I'm including three exceptional bonuses:
Bonus #1: "Couture Secrets" - My private collection of stabilizing and construction techniques that luxury houses use to perfect their drapes.
Bonus #2: "Design Portfolio Builder" - A complete guide to documenting your creative process and building a professional design portfolio.
Bonus #3: "Fabric Selection Master Guide" - My comprehensive guide to choosing the perfect fabrics for different draping techniques.

What is Draping Society?

Draping Society is a Year-Round Workshop, Where You:

Create Your Own Patterns and Garments From Scratch,

Draping Society is a year-round workshop where you'll be creating well-fitted patterns & turning them into garments from scratch.

You’ll create your bespoke tailored wardrobe, that is uniquely you.

Learn Through Detailed, Step-by-Step Dress Projects,

Each design project comes with extended detailed videos on every single step from choosing a design & modifying for your shape, creating the pattern, fitting, choosing the right fabrics, cutting, sewing & high-end finishing.

Develop Custom Base Blocks to Expand Your Design Options,

You'll unlock your creativity by first making your custom-fit blocks, then using them to create finished patterns & create many more design options.

And Get Personal Help & Feedback On Every Step!

You’ll get personal attention & feedback on your projects during our weekly Live Sessions, where all member questions get answered, and new design demonstrations are shared.

Some of our Students' Works

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Who is it for?

Draping Society welcomes sewists of all skill levels, from beginners to experts.

Our community includes:

  • Newcomers discovering the joy of sewing
  • Hobbyists improving their craft
  • Experienced makers seeking fresh ideas
  • Boutique owners creating custom garments
  • Designers exploring new creative paths

We're a supportive group that celebrates each step of your sewing journey. Draw on our shared knowledge and experience to help you grow.

Our weekly support & guidance extends beyond the included dress projects.

Feel free to bring us:

  • Your unique design ideas
  • Special commissions
  • Professional challenges


From quiet sewing rooms to busy workshops, Draping Society is where creativity thrives. We value & celebrate every member's artistic journey, every step of the way.

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More Than Just Courses, We're a Community of Dressmaking Enthusiasts

The 'Draping Society' Facebook Group is our community forum that's going to connect you with hundreds of other dressmakers just like you.