2025-01-10
In this week’s session, I demonstrated two variations of draped trousers using different fabric types – a woven fabric with viscose blend and an interlock knit. We explored how fabric choice affects the drape, compared straight versus tapered leg styles, and experimented with both single and double pleat arrangements for achieving different looks. Demonstration […]
2024-12-20
In this final session of 2024, I demonstrated how to complete our draped trousers project, focusing on adding pockets into the draped design, creating the fly front, and finalizing construction details. We worked through the technical aspects of incorporating pockets without compromising the drape, and discussed options for the waistband finish. Demonstration Steps: Checked […]
2024-12-14
In this week’s session, I demonstrated how to transform a basic princess line bodice and straight skirt into a floor-length formal dress with a flared silhouette. I focused on matching princess seam lines between bodice and skirt, creating a smooth transition from fitted to flared, and discussed important construction considerations for formal gowns. Demonstration […]
2024-12-05
In this week’s session, I continued developing our creative draping project, translating the successful folding technique from our Nicole dress into an innovative trouser design. I demonstrated how to transform a basic trouser block into a distinctive design featuring strategic pleats and side draping, creating a high-end look inspired by designer brands like Loewe. […]
2024-11-22
In this week’s session, I demonstrated how to transform our previous draping experiment into a workable pattern for draped pants. We focused on translating the draped design we created last week into a flat pattern, making technical adjustments and testing the first prototype. This session combined pattern manipulation techniques with practical testing to achieve a […]
2024-11-15
In today’s session, I demonstrated a new pants design featuring an innovative side drape detail that can be adjusted for different effects. I showed how manipulating the drape placement and length dramatically changes the silhouette, working with both jersey and woven fabrics to explore the possibilities. Demonstration Steps: I started by covering the dress […]
2024-11-08
In this week’s session, I demonstrated different ways to create draped sleeve variations using our DDM Creative Draping technique. I explored various sleeve styles, from simple draped designs to more complex versions with pleats and ruching, showing how the same technique can produce dramatically different effects depending on fabric choice and placement. Demonstration Steps: Created […]
2024-10-24
In this week’s session, I demonstrated how a single draping technique can generate multiple designs by exploring different fabric types and placements. I showed how creative experimentation with draping can quickly generate professional-looking designs suitable for high-end fashion collections. Demonstration Steps: Showed how to transform the original fold technique with different fabrics (silk, jersey, scuba) […]
2024-10-22
In this week’s session, I introduced my Direct Design Method (DDM) approach, which focuses on spontaneous creative draping techniques. I demonstrated how a single draping technique can be transformed into multiple design variations, from dresses to tops to skirts, showing the versatility of creative draping in fashion design. Demonstration Steps: Showed the basic fold technique […]
2024-10-11
In this week’s session, I introduced my upcoming DDM (Direct Design Method) workshop, explaining how it differs from traditional draping methods. I shared my vision for teaching creative draping techniques that allow for unique, sophisticated designs without traditional construction constraints. I spent most of the session showing you examples from renowned designers who use similar […]
