Intermediate Pattern Cutting & Garment Construction Course
14 weeks - evenings 6.15 p.m – 8.30 p.m
7 weeks - daytime 10.15 a.m – 2.45 p.m
Course Content:
This course covers a broad range of garments such as jackets, coats, shirts, dresses and trousers and elements of those garments including sleeves, collars, pockets, facings and linings. It builds on the skills introduced during the Beginners Pattern Cutting course and includes making either a full scale garment in final fabric or a full scale fully finished toile in calico (depending on your garment construction skills and/or the complexity of your final garment).
It is split into two parts. The first builds on skills and techniques introduced in the Beginners Pattern Cutting course and introduces other garments and elements of those listed above. During the second part you will put your skills to use in the production a full scale final garment. You will produce blocks, half and full scale draft patterns, final patterns, toiles and/or finished garments. Toiles are often just made to check the pattern and fit before completing in a final fabric and do not include pockets, facings, linings etc. However, if you lack confidence or ability in garment construction you can complete a more fully finished toile to practice all or some of the sewing techniques before starting a garment in the final fabric. You will be encouraged to produce work appropriate for your personal skills level to complete a garment that both builds your confidence and challenges you.
The patterns you produce can be made and fitted to your own measurements or a standard size.
Everything you need is provided including calico but you will need to provide fabric for your final garment. You can choose and select fabric after the start of the course.
Course Level:
This course is aimed at students who have completed the full beginners pattern cutting course (or both of the short pattern cutting courses) at The Island.
Students who have similar prior experience of pattern cutting are also very welcome. You don’t definitely don’t need to be an expert in sewing or pattern cutting to attend this course, but some level of prior knowledge/ experience in both pattern cutting and sewing will make it much easier for you to understand. Please get in touch if you aren’t sure if the course is right for you.
Next course dates:
Currently running
next course dates tbc
You can email me to join the waiting list using the contact button above or sign up for the mailing list to be kept updated on future courses.
Cost £395
A 50% deposit of £197.50 is required when booking with the remainder due approximately 3 weeks before the start of the course.
14 weeks - evenings 6.15 p.m – 8.30 p.m
7 weeks - daytime 10.15 a.m – 2.45 p.m
Course Content:
This course covers a broad range of garments such as jackets, coats, shirts, dresses and trousers and elements of those garments including sleeves, collars, pockets, facings and linings. It builds on the skills introduced during the Beginners Pattern Cutting course and includes making either a full scale garment in final fabric or a full scale fully finished toile in calico (depending on your garment construction skills and/or the complexity of your final garment).
It is split into two parts. The first builds on skills and techniques introduced in the Beginners Pattern Cutting course and introduces other garments and elements of those listed above. During the second part you will put your skills to use in the production a full scale final garment. You will produce blocks, half and full scale draft patterns, final patterns, toiles and/or finished garments. Toiles are often just made to check the pattern and fit before completing in a final fabric and do not include pockets, facings, linings etc. However, if you lack confidence or ability in garment construction you can complete a more fully finished toile to practice all or some of the sewing techniques before starting a garment in the final fabric. You will be encouraged to produce work appropriate for your personal skills level to complete a garment that both builds your confidence and challenges you.
The patterns you produce can be made and fitted to your own measurements or a standard size.
Everything you need is provided including calico but you will need to provide fabric for your final garment. You can choose and select fabric after the start of the course.
Course Level:
This course is aimed at students who have completed the full beginners pattern cutting course (or both of the short pattern cutting courses) at The Island.
Students who have similar prior experience of pattern cutting are also very welcome. You don’t definitely don’t need to be an expert in sewing or pattern cutting to attend this course, but some level of prior knowledge/ experience in both pattern cutting and sewing will make it much easier for you to understand. Please get in touch if you aren’t sure if the course is right for you.
Next course dates:
Currently running
next course dates tbc
You can email me to join the waiting list using the contact button above or sign up for the mailing list to be kept updated on future courses.
Cost £395
A 50% deposit of £197.50 is required when booking with the remainder due approximately 3 weeks before the start of the course.
Intermediate / Returners Pattern Cutting Workshops
Join the open studio sessions to support you with your ongoing pattern cutting projects.
Please let me know your prior experience and what you would like to complete when booking your place. You can write this in the notes section of your booking or by using the contact button at the top of this page.
Next workshop dates:
Tuesday 31st March
6.30 - 8.30 p.m
Cost: £38
Monday 13th April
6.30 - 8.30 p.m
Cost: £38.00
Tuesday 5th May
10.30 - 3.00 p.m
Cost £65
Maximum 4 students per class
Join the open studio sessions to support you with your ongoing pattern cutting projects.
Please let me know your prior experience and what you would like to complete when booking your place. You can write this in the notes section of your booking or by using the contact button at the top of this page.
Next workshop dates:
Tuesday 31st March
6.30 - 8.30 p.m
Cost: £38
Monday 13th April
6.30 - 8.30 p.m
Cost: £38.00
Tuesday 5th May
10.30 - 3.00 p.m
Cost £65
Maximum 4 students per class
Block Patterns - The Body Blocks
During this short course you will produce a body block such as fitted bodice block , semi fitted block, jacket or coat block.
The course is aimed at students who have completed a block pattern previously at The Island or independently and would like guidance on producing a fitted bodice block or an overgarment body block such as a jacket or coat. The block pattern can be made to your own measurements or a standard measurement e.g size 12. If you would like to make patterns for someone else, this is possible but please contact Lisa in advance as we need to ensure you bring the correct measurements to the first session.
This course is a good way to follow on from the beginners pattern cutting courses and is also suitable for students who have previous similar experience. Please contact Lisa before booking if you aren't sure if the course is right for you.
Please put which type of block you would like to make in the notes section of your booking.
Next course dates:
3rd - 24th February 2026 (4 evenings)
Tuesdays 6.15 - 8.30 p.m
25th March - 1st April (2 days)
Wednesdays 12.30 - 5.00 p.m
Maximum of 5 students per class
Cost £145
All equipment, tools, spot and cross pattern paper and calico are provided.