Zero Waste Pattern Cutting and Garment Construction

When & Where

10 February 2025 - 14 February 2025 ( 30 hours, 1 weeks )
Daytime, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
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Chelsea Centre

Quick Facts

Availability Yes
Tutor Linda Norman
Course Code C24FACG03C
Suitable For 19 year olds and up are permitted on this course

What you will learn

This course aims to introduce participants to the principles and techniques of creating garments with minimal fabric waste. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical exercises, participants will learn how to design, draft, and construct garments using zero waste pattern cutting methods. This course is suitable for individuals interested in sustainable fashion, pattern making, and garment construction.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Understand the concept of zero waste fashion and its environmental benefits.
Explore the principles of zero waste pattern cutting and its impact on fabric utilisation.
Gain hands-on experience in garment construction, including sewing, finishing, and detailing techniques, while adhering to sustainable practices.
Understand the principles of sustainable fashion and its impact on the environment and society, empowering informed decision-making in personal and professional contexts.
Experiment with asymmetry, modular design, and inventive seaming to achieve unique and sustainable garments.
Practice techniques for finishing edges, hems, and other garment details without generating waste.

Cost

Full fee

£335

Concession fee

£250

Class format and activities

Regular participation in hands-on pattern cutting and sewing exercises. Evaluation of completed zero waste pattern cutting techniques and garment construction. Presentation and evaluation of the final zero waste garment.