24-4506. Intermediate 2D Pattern Drafting

Course description:

This course is designed to help beginners progress to an intermediate level in 2D pattern making. Students will learn the basic techniques for creating flat patterns for bodices, sleeves, and dresses and how to use these patterns to design different styles of every day garments. 

Throughout the course, students will practice 2D pattern drafting, which includes taking specific measurements, doing calculations, and adjusting patterns. 

By combining theory, hands-on exercises, and creative exploration, students will gain the skills to make a variety of flat patterns for bodices, sleeves, and dresses, design creative styles, and fix fitting issues. 

Once the course is complete, students will have the confidence and technical knowledge to pursue more advanced studies or use their skills for real-world garment projects. 

Students should have a basic understanding of the following concepts: differentiating between patterns and blocks, reading pattern labels and guidelines, taking body measurements, and applying basic fullness techniques for women’s garments (e.g., gathering, flare, pleats), understanding darts’ basic construction, and manipulation, differentiating between facing and lining, and recognizing yokes and panels. The ability to draft ladies’ pants or skirts is considered a bonus and is strongly recommended.  

Location: Multipurpose Studio

The Centre for Craft’s Multipurpose Studio is located in the same building as the Mary E. Black Gallery at 1061 Marginal Road, Suite #140, Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Additional location Description: We are located in the Halifax Seaport between Pier 21 and the NEW Farmer’s Market. There is a train car in front of our main entrance.

Weather-Related Closure Policy:

For weather-related closures, students will be notified of updates via email 3 hours in advance of the class start time.

If it is less than 3 hours before a class is scheduled to start, the students will be notified by email and over the phone.

Cancellation Policy:

Please review the above information and contact us as soon as possible if it is necessary to cancel or make changes.

• Cancellations with 7 or more business days notice can receive a full refund.
• Cancellations with 4-6 business days notice will only be issued a 75% refund.
• Cancellations with 1-3 business days before the first day of class will result in a 50% refund.
• No shows and cancellations less than 1 business day before will result in charges of the FULL class fee and are NOT eligible for any refund.

For a list of all our policies, please visit: https://craftcourses.ca/protocols-policies/