Pattern Making – Copy a Garment

3 hours | Up to 1 participants

$360

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Pattern Making - Copy a Garment

Have a dress, top, or trousers you wish you could clone? In this private class, we’ll show you how to make a sewing pattern from an existing item of clothing, without pulling it apart.

You’ll learn how to trace around your garment to create a pattern, add seam allowances, and get the confidence to recreate it again and again. Whether it’s a vintage piece, your comfiest pair of trousers, or a favourite top you want in every colour, we’ll guide you through the process step by step.

This is a relaxed, beginner-friendly session for anyone who wants to learn the basics of DIY pattern making without diving into technical drafting. You’ll leave with a reusable pattern and the skills to do it again at home.

Please note: This class doesn’t include sewing the garment on the day, it’s all about learning how to create the pattern. If you’d like to sew it afterwards, we recommend booking a follow-up class.

Project: Create a pattern to copy a garment you love

What you'll learn

How to trace and replicate your favourite clothing item without unpicking it
Adding seam allowances and grainlines correctly
Creating a basic paper pattern that’s ready to sew
Tips for choosing suitable fabrics for your replicated garment
How to transfer details like darts, pleats, hems and curves
Best practices for laying out garments to trace accurately

What's included

Use of our pattern-making tools and equipment
Large tables and a comfortable space for accurate tracing
Pattern paper to create your pattern
One-on-one support from a skilled pattern making instructor
A spacious, dedicated workstation set up just for you
Complimentary tea, coffee, water, and cookies
A comfortable and inspiring studio environment in Redfern

Who can come

This class is open to adults aged 18+
Participants need to have completed our Sewing For Beginners class, Intro to Garment Making, and Intro to Sewing Tops/Dresses. If you’ve developed your sewing skills elsewhere, you’ll need to have successfully sewn at least two garments following a commercial pattern and feel confident with pattern terminology.
We welcome all genders and identities in our inclusive space.

Good to know

This is a private 3 hour session
Bring the garment with you
It’s easy to underestimate how long pattern making takes — especially for more detailed garments. While most patterns can be completed within the 3-hour session, complex designs may require multiple bookings to finish. If you’re unsure how long your garment might take, feel free to send us a photo before booking. We’ll be happy to give you a rough guide on what to expect.
This is a pattern making session, not a sewing class – the focus is on creating a pattern from your garment, not constructing the final piece. In rare cases where the pattern is completed early, we’re happy to provide calico for toiling so you can begin testing your pattern. If you’ve already chosen fabric for your garment, feel free to bring it along – even if you don’t use it in this session, your teacher can advise on its suitability.
If you’re unsure if your project is suitable, just reach out and we’ll chat it through
Closed-toe shoes are recommended for your safety
You’re welcome to bring your own sewing machine, or use one of ours. If you’re bringing your own machine, it must either be brand new or have been serviced within the last 12 months by a reputable sewing machine technician.
Our studio unfortunately isn’t wheelchair accessible. We’re sorry for the inconvenience.

Cancellation Policy

Due to high demand and limited class sizes, all bookings are final and non-refundable. We’re happy to reschedule your booking as long as it meets the conditions below: