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 […]
2025-01-30
In this week’s session, I explored transforming simple cylindrical shapes into dramatic, sculptural garments, drawing inspiration from current couture shows and vintage Balenciaga designs. I demonstrated how a single geometric shape with minimal seams can create bold, architectural silhouettes that are very on-trend with current haute couture directions. The session blended design theory with hands-on […]
2025-01-25
In today’s session, I shared my experience with creative draping, particularly focusing on the techniques pioneered by Madame Grès and other couture houses. I began with a historical overview of French couture techniques, including my personal experience working with a former creative director from Madame Grès’s atelier. The session centered on geometric pattern cutting, specifically […]
2025-01-17
In today’s session, I explored draping techniques to recreate a crepe dress from a film costume, focusing on achieving the perfect drape and silhouette. Due to some technical difficulties near the end, we had to cut the live session abruptly. So we’ll continue this project in next week’s session, but we made good progress understanding […]
