Sustainable Pattern Cutting and Draping Short Course

About this course

The workshop examines zero-waste pattern cutting alongside sustainable approaches using draping and fabric manipulation. Participants re-purpose existing clothing and work on stands to explore deconstruction, restyling and adapting garments into new designs. Alongside practical development, participants research in the library and create mood boards to inform their own design ideas. These designs are developed with guidance from the tutor, allowing the course to accommodate both learners with existing knowledge and those new to the subject.

What you'll learn

• Apply zero-waste principles at the pattern-cutting stage
• Use draping and fabric manipulation techniques to develop garment ideas
• Explore deconstruction, restyling and adaptation of existing garments
• Develop a design concept from research and a mood board

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for learners aged 18 and over with an interest in sustainable pattern cutting and draping. Beginners are welcome, while previous pattern-cutting experience and sewing ability may be helpful for those expanding existing knowledge.

• Suitable for complete beginners as well as learners with existing knowledge
• Previous pattern-cutting experience or sewing ability is helpful but not required
• Participants develop individual designs with guidance within a workshop setting
• Learners must be aged 18 or over