Patternmaking Basics for Skirt and Trouser Short Course

About this course

The course introduces pattern cutting for skirts and trousers, using a size 12 block pattern as the starting point for developing different styles. Teaching combines lectures with practical exercises covering dart manipulation, pleats, yokes, gathers, facings and waistbands. Learners also consider how these techniques can be adapted when creating their own designs.

What you'll learn

• Adapt a size 12 block pattern for different skirt and trouser styles.
• Pivot darts and incorporate pleats, yokes and gathers into patterns.
• Create facing and waistband patterns.
• Apply pattern-cutting techniques when developing original styles.

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for designers, creatives and entrepreneurs, as well as people new to the creative sector who want to explore pattern development. No previous experience is required. Participation combines taught sessions with practical exercises and work outside class.

• Suitable for learners without previous patternmaking experience.
• Requires around three hours of work outside class to get the most from the course.

Before you go

• Learners are expected to complete around three hours of work outside class.