How to Properly Line a Bodice Like a Designer

This intermediate level workshop focuses on couture lining techniques for a professional bodice finish. Students will work with pre graded patterns and learn practical methods to achieve crisp necklines, neat armholes, and an overall couture quality inside finish. The session is hands on and designed for sewists with basic experience who want to refine their finishing techniques and produce garments that look as good inside as they do out.

What you will learn

• Clean bodice lining techniques

• Professional neckline and armhole finishing using the burrito method

• Understitching and adding correct lining ease

• Pressing and construction basics for a couture finish

What to bring

• 1 yard outer woven fabric

• 1 yard lightweight lining fabric

• Thread and basic sewing tools

• Sewing machine if preferred

What we provide

• Pre graded patterns XS to 3XL

• Muslin for demonstrations

• Interfacing and pressing station

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