Introduction to Draping

In this course, you will immerse yourself in the captivating world of draping techniques as you embark on a journey to create a stunning basic bodice featuring expertly crafted darts.

You will discover the art of draping a bodice with darts. But what exactly is a dart? This magical technique transforms a flat piece of fabric into a three-dimensional masterpiece. By mastering the skill of draping, you will gain the ability to shape garments with precision. Additionally, you will learn how to drape necklines, including a cowl neck.

Draping is not just a technique; it serves as a canvas for your imagination, allowing you to explore and express your creativity in ways you never thought possible. As you experiment with fabric, each twist and fold will inspire you to create original designs that reflect your unique vision.

What you’ll learn:

• Working with muslin/calico
• Draping a bodice with darts
• Draping different necklines
• Tools needed for draping
• Basic draping and pattern-cutting terminology

Key Details

Duration: 1 day

Hours: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (with a short lunch break)

Location: FC Designer Workspace, 9 Durham Road, London, N7 7FB

Skill Level: Beginner-friendly. No prior experience is required.

Must be over 16 years old.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours before the workshop for a refund. Cancellations within 48 hours are non-refundable.

Please bring to the first session:

• Fabric scissors
• Tape measure
• Mechanical pencil (HB 0.5) or pencils 2H
• Eraser
• Pencil sharpener
• Around 2 metres of muslin or lightweight calico
• Dressmaking pins

*Please note that we require a minimum of 4 participants for the course to proceed.

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