Draping 101 Mastering The Basics

Learn the fundamentals of fabric draping with instructor Anastasia Chatzka in her professional fashion design studio. This intensive six-week course moves at a brisk pace, taking you through all essential draping techniques and principles. Classes meet once per week for three hours, providing dedicated time to master this specialized skill.

Prerequisite Knowledge: You must have foundational sewing skills before enrolling, including the ability to sew darts and install zippers. Students who need to build these foundational competencies first may consider attending private lessons or the Sewing 101 course. This course has two required prerequisites: Sewing 101 and Flat Pattern Clothing Design.

Course Outline:

• Week 1: Introduction to the dress form, elements of fabric, draping terminology, transferring fabric to paper, and basic bodice construction
• Week 2: Basic skirt and bodice construction; addressing fit issues
• Week 3: Princess line dress design; bodice and skirt variations
• Week 4: Sleeve variations and techniques
• Week 5: Advanced bodice variations, skirt variations, and collar construction
• Week 6: Creating your original draped design

Supply List:

• 10 yards of muslin fabric
• Pencils (no pens)
• Rotary cutter
• Thread
• Fabric scissors
• Scotch tape
• 4 invisible zippers, 22 inches or longer

Classes are limited in size and frequently sell out due to high demand. Each student receives their own station with a reserved sewing machine, so refunds are not available for classes. If you know in advance that you will miss a session, please contact us to arrange attendance at an alternative class time.