What you'll learn

How to use basic slopers as the starting point for design variations.

Learn the slash-and-spread method of dart manipulation while maintaining an accurate fit.

Explore key style modifications: adding fullness, neckline, sleeve, and style line.

Complete the pattern with the necessary components: Grainline, Notches, Trueing, and seam allowance.

Requirements

pencil or pen, scissors, tape, ruler, sheet of paper ( letter or A4 size paper is ok)

No prior experience—just the ability to read a ruler.

Description

Welcome to Upscale Patterns: Beginner's Guide to Patternmaking Basics! This course is your first step into the world of fashion design, thoughtfully crafted for aspiring designers, sewing enthusiasts, and complete beginners eager to unlock the power of custom patternmaking.Patternmaking is the foundation of every well-constructed garment. In this course, you'll be introduced to the essential tools, terminology, and techniques used by fashion professionals to draft accurate, well-fitting patterns. You’ll learn how to create and use basic slopers—custom-fit templates that form the base of any garment design.Through step-by-step lessons, you’ll gain a clear understanding of how slopers are developed, how to read and transfer reference points like darts, waistlines, and seam allowances, and how to transform a flat draft into a wearable piece. Each module is designed to break down complex concepts into easy-to-follow instructions, helping you build confidence with every step.By the end of the course, you’ll have the knowledge and skills to start developing a personalized library of slopers—or “blocks”—that serve as the blueprint for countless custom designs. Whether your goal is to launch your own clothing line or create better-fitting garments at home, this course will give you the foundational knowledge to bring your vision to life.

Who this course is for

Ideal for aspiring fashion designers and sewists eager to learn pattern making, this course introduces the basic principles to help you begin bringing your design ideas to life.