Introduction to Pattern Cutting: The Workwear Jacket

Whether you are a beginner eager to understand the art of garment design or someone wishing to enhance your existing skills, this one-day workshop will provide you with the essential foundations of pattern cutting and guide you through the process of drafting your own jacket pattern from scratch.

Participants will gain hands-on experience and learn key skills which can be adapted to many sewing projects.

What will I learn?

• Measurement taking from body and reference garments - you may wish to bring along a favourite garment for inspiration.
• Professional pattern drafting techniques to create the body and sleeve templates.
• Adding details: Button Stand, Collar, Pockets.
• Tracing off and adding seam allowances.
• Fitting and manufacture information.
• All tools and materials will be provided for use during the workshop.
  

Additional Information:

• Duration: 5 hours (1 hour lunch break)
• Hours: 10am – 12.30pm and 1.30pm to 4pm
• Skill Level: Suitable for all levels and no prior experience is necessary.
• Location: The historical market town of Faversham on the North Kent coast which is easily accessible from London with regular direct trains from Victoria and St Pancras Stations.
  

INSPIRATION: The Workwear Jacket has become a contemporary wardrobe staple, seamlessly blending style with functionality. Originally crafted in 19th-century France for labourers, engineers, and farmers, it continues to endure as a symbol of durable workwear. With its clean, boxy silhouette, oversized patch pockets, and practical design, it's the perfect foundation for anyone interested in learning the essentials of pattern cutting.

Timothy O’Sullivan is a Senior Lecturer in Pattern Cutting at Ravensbourne University, London who shares his passion for exploring drape and cutting techniques through his Instagram account

He is also a regular contributor to The Design Museum, London and Merchant & Mills, Rye, creating fashion focused workshops.

His past work as a Creative Pattern Cutter has featured in British and Italian Vogue, on the Oscars Red Carpet and the catwalks of London, Milan, and New York.

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