2025-05-02
In this live session, I pulled back the curtain on my creative draping process, demonstrating in real-time how I explore ideas using prepared jersey fabrics. We experimented together, moving from initial concepts like a flowy goddess dress to ultimately developing the unique, asymmetrical draped halter gown shown in the thumbnail – a design I’m truly […]
2025-04-25
In this week’s live session, I was excited to dive deeper into creative draping by exploring asymmetrical dress designs. We moved beyond the symmetrical shapes we started with and played with how different fabric cuts and draping approaches can lead to unique, flowing garments. I demonstrated creating two distinct looks: The Grey One-Seam Dress: Using a […]
2025-04-18
In this week’s session, I demonstrated the completion of our three-quarter technique draped dress in a beautiful safari-print fabric. We focused on exploring the versatility of this technique that combines structure and flow to create interesting silhouettes with both symmetrical and asymmetrical design possibilities. Demonstration Steps: Reviewed the pattern pieces we developed in the […]
2025-04-04
In this session, I explained the fundamental concept behind my “three-quarter technique” for creative dressmaking, and demonstrated how to draft and construct the pattern for a new dress design using this approach. I walked our members through the geometric principles of the technique, showing how it creates beautiful drape by working with 90-degree angles repeated […]
2025-03-21
In this week’s session, I cut and constructed our Paula dress using a beautiful red ponte roma jersey fabric, showing the transformation from pattern to finished garment. I demonstrated how to handle the unique quarter-circle front flare and French darts to create a flattering, high-end looking dress that features a beautiful drape. Following our pattern […]
2025-03-13
In this week’s session, I guided members through completing the draped dress project we began last week, focusing on finishing the back draping and converting our muslin pieces into a proper pattern. The simple yet flattering design features a French dart at the front with a flared skirt and a clean-lined back that beautifully complements […]
2025-03-07
In this week’s session, I demonstrated how to develop a symmetrical dress with an elegant A-line silhouette and flared sleeve using a new draping technique. I showed how a single geometric shape can be manipulated to create multiple design variations, focusing on creating a clean, chic silhouette that’s flattering on different body types. Demonstration […]
2025-02-28
In this week’s session, I demonstrated an innovative draping technique using two fabric panels stitched together strategically to create multiple transformative looks. We explored the versatility of this approach, playing with different placements on the dress form to develop asymmetrical, diagonal, and symmetrical silhouettes that can be easily constructed with minimal seaming. Demonstration Steps: […]
2025-02-21
In this week’s session, I demonstrated how to create high-end, designer-inspired looks using simple geometric shapes and cylinder draping techniques. I showcased how luxury fashion houses like Balenciaga and Madame Grès use these methods to create expensive-looking garments with minimal seams and maximum impact. A highlight was creating a glamorous draped dress from silk jersey […]
2025-02-07
In this week’s session, I focused on demonstrating how simple geometric shapes like cylinders and rectangles can be transformed into sophisticated, high-end fashion pieces that we commonly see in luxury brands. I shared examples of designs from expensive fashion houses that use these basic techniques, showing how a single rectangular shape can be manipulated into […]
