From Fabric to Fashion: Salwar Kameez Making (part 2)

About this course

Learners develop an existing clothesmaking foundation by taking measurements, cutting and sewing a salwar, and working from a commercial pattern. Teaching covers how to interpret pattern instructions and diagrams, use more advanced sewing-machine settings, and create volume with tucks and gathers. The course also addresses elastic insertion and the machine application of trims such as ric-rac, lace and braids. The project brings these techniques together in a complete salwar kameez outfit.

What you'll learn

• Interpret the instructions and diagrams in a commercial sewing pattern
• Cut and sew a salwar to personal measurements
• Use advanced sewing-machine features and settings
• Create garment volume with tucks and gathers
• Insert elastic and attach decorative trims by machine

Is this course right for you?

This course is intended for improver-level learners who have completed part 1 or have some sewing experience. It suits participants developing beyond fundamental clothesmaking techniques through an individual garment project.

• Prior completion of part 1 or some sewing experience is expected