Workshops
Using and altering patterns
Confused by pattern markings? Curvy or slim and not sure which size to choose? Unlock the secrets of using commercial dress-making patterns in this two hour workshop.
You’ll learn how to take your own measurements, read and use a pattern, place fabric correctly, and make alterations before you start stitching to get the best fit from your project.
Feel free to bring a pattern you’re working with or refer to one of our samples in class.
- Level: New to patterns
- Course length: One 2-hour session
Materials needed
Please bring the following supplies to class in order to complete your project:
Feel free to bring a pattern you’re working with or you may refer to one of our sample patterns in class.
- Session 1: Tuesday 5 October, 6:30pm—8:30pm
- Teacher: Ekaterina Ignatieva
- Fee: £29.00
- Location: Venue 2
- Availability: 0 places left
You must be logged in to book workshops.
If you have an account with The Make Lounge, please log in. Otherwise, you can register with us now.
- Session 1: Wednesday 27 October, 6:30pm—8:30pm
- Teacher: Ekaterina Ignatieva
- Fee: £29.00
- Location: Venue 2
- Availability: 5 places left
You must be logged in to book workshops.
If you have an account with The Make Lounge, please log in. Otherwise, you can register with us now.
- Session 1: Saturday 20 November, 10:30am—12:30pm
- Teacher: Ekaterina Ignatieva
- Fee: £29.00
- Location: Venue 1
- Availability: 10 places left
You must be logged in to book workshops.
If you have an account with The Make Lounge, please log in. Otherwise, you can register with us now.
- Session 1: Wednesday 1 December, 6:30pm—8:30pm
- Teacher: Ekaterina Ignatieva
- Fee: £29.00
- Location: Venue 1
- Availability: 10 places left
You must be logged in to book workshops.
If you have an account with The Make Lounge, please log in. Otherwise, you can register with us now.
Additional information
Ekaterina Ignatieva lives and breathes fashion – and has done so since she was a little girl in Moscow, refusing to wear warm clothes in winter just so she could look fashionable! Born in Russia, she inherited her love of sewing from her grandmother. She grew up in Australia where she recently completed a Diploma in Fashion Design and later moved to London to pursue a career in the fashion industry. She currently works for bridal wear designer Shane Ryding at Luella’s Boudoir and in time plans to start up her own label. Browse some of her designs here.
