2023-03-17
In this week’s session, I focused on creating the lining and facing patterns for our Burberry dress project. We transferred our muslin pattern to paper, made necessary adjustments, and developed the lining and facing pieces. I demonstrated how to properly mark and notch the patterns for easier assembly during the sewing process. Demonstration Steps: Questions […]
2023-03-10
In this week’s session, I demonstrated how to drape and pattern the lining for our Burberry dress project. We focused on creating a fitted bodice and skirt lining, transferring the drape to paper, and making necessary adjustments for a clean, professional finish. This lining will serve as the foundation for our dress construction in future […]
2023-03-03
In this week’s session, I began demonstrating how to drape a dress inspired by a Roxanda design shared by Sana. Unfortunately, I had to cut the session short due to a family matter, but I covered the initial steps of draping the bodice and setting up the dress fabric. I also discussed various types of […]
2023-02-24
In this week’s session, I finished drafting the skirt pattern for our Burberry-inspired dress project and made adjustments to ensure the bodice and skirt pieces align correctly. I also introduced a new geometric dress project based on a Roxanda design that several students expressed interest in. Next week, we’ll do a deep dive into drafting […]
2023-02-17
Introducing the Corset Module and Addressing Technical Issues In this week’s session, I faced some technical difficulties with the video connection but managed to share exciting news about a new corset module being added to our masterclass. Despite the challenges, I showcased various corset designs I’ve created and explained how they can be used as […]
2023-02-10
In this week’s session, I demonstrated how to transfer the Burberry Dress’ draped bodice from the dress form to pattern paper. I focused on accurately marking and tracing the draped pieces, adjusting for fabric characteristics, and ensuring proper alignment between front and back pattern pieces. This process is crucial for creating a precise pattern that […]
2023-02-03
In this week’s session, I continued our project on draping a custom-made dress inspired by the Burberry design worn by the Princess of Wales. We focused on draping the back bodice and skirt, connecting all four pieces together, and refining the overall fit and silhouette. This session built upon our previous work on the front […]
2023-01-20
In this week’s session, I shared an exciting array of luxury designer fabrics I recently acquired, including pieces from Balenciaga, Alexander Wang, and Carolina Herrera. I discussed potential projects for these fabrics and gave a sneak peek at upcoming workshops, including a skirt-making course. The session was primarily focused on fabric appreciation and future project […]
2023-01-13
In this week’s session, I demonstrated how to drape the front bodice and skirt of a Burberry-inspired dress featuring intricate pleats and a fitted silhouette. We focused on achieving the correct balance of the tartan pattern, creating the distinctive pleats, and ensuring a flattering fit on the dress form. The session covered both the technical […]
2023-01-06
In this week’s session, I began draping a replica of a custom Burberry dress worn by the Princess of Wales. I focused on constructing the bodice, analyzing the unique design elements, and demonstrating how to create the pleated front detail. The session involved a mix of design analysis, fabric selection considerations, and hands-on draping techniques […]
