Do you want to start designing your own patterns that are custom fit to you? Then look no further than this class! Every drafted pattern starts with a fitted sloper. A sloper is the most basic building block of a design; think of it like a master copy which everything is built off of. There are millions of different ways you can edit a sloper to get a different design, and the amazing thing is that as long as the sloper fits you, then so will your final design! In this class you will learn the basics of drafting in only four weeks! No prior experience in drafting is required, but it is recommended that you are a confident sewist able to easily follow a commercial pattern. You will learn how to take your measurements and translate them into a drafted basic bodice, skirt, and sleeve. Then you will mock up your slopers and get help fitting them and making the fit alterations to the pattern. You will leave this class then with three fitted slopers (front & back bodice, a sleeve, and a front & back skirt) that you can use as a jumping off point for your future pattern drafting endeavors. Printed worksheets for your future reference will be provided! Supplies: You will need to bring your own drafting and mock up materials. If you don't have these supplies, they are available for purchase at the shop, and there are some available for classroom use as well. These are the supplies: measuring tape, pattern paper, rulers (straight ruler, french curve/hip curve/shoulder curve), paper scissors, pencil, fabric shears, fabric for mock-ups (muslin, or muslin like as long as it's woven), and a sewing machine. If you you need to use a classroom sewing machine please just let us know and we will set one up for you! Time: This class will meet for two hours a week for four weeks. Some homework may be assigned! Feel free to bring something to drink and/or a non-messy snack! Class Cancellation Policy: Weather, Unexpected Events, and Travel Tips Your safety and experience are very important to us. While we will do everything we can to keep classes running as planned, sometimes weather, illness, or unexpected events can cause changes. Here is how we handle those situations: If We Need to Cancel If bad weather makes it unsafe to hold the class, or if the instructor is unable to attend because of unforeseen circumstances, we will notify you as soon as possible, usually at least 24 hours before the class starts. In these situations, the class will be rescheduled. You’ll have a couple options if we need to cancel: join the rescheduled class, or get a full refund. If you need to Cancel Refunds are available until 24 hours before the class. If possible, we will try to reschedule the class at a different date and time to get you in! Communication We’ll reach out about any changes using the contact information you provided during registration. Please double-check your details so we can keep you updated!
