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Learn to make patterns from scratch and feel free to make any garment you want
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The world of sewing and design is an art, as a designer you must see it as such. As a learner, you must see it as a world full of possibilities. In this course you will learn to take measurements, how to apply them in a basic upper and lower pattern, introduction to textiles, cutting and sewing. In addition to certain tips that I will give you during the class, I will send you a guide where you will have all the detailed information that we will see in class.
Extra information
You will need a sewing machine (domestic), sewing scissors, large paper, tape measure and curved rulers, a piece of fabric 1 meter x 1.50 meters wide
Location
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Online from United States
About Me
My name is Zara, a graphic designer in training and a fashion designer by consequence. I am 22 years old and have more than 6 years of experience in Fashion Design, which I consider my passion and an art in all its areas. Since I discovered it I have become self-taught, looking for all the answers to my questions and finding the way to design and turn pieces into authentic garments.

Throughout my training I have carried out more than 10 courses, basic pattern making for adolescents and adults between 16 and 60 years old. I have a natural ability to make people feel confident and capable of being able to pattern and make whatever they like.

Within my courses you will find basic pattern making, corsetry, pants and their variations. Digital pattern making, with free software that I will teach you how to use illustrator.

Here you will find your passion and you will see that it is the most beautiful job in the world.
Education
Diploma in Fashion Design, Universidad de los Andes, Mérida Venezuela.
duration of 2 years
April 2023 - Present
Higher University Technician in Graphic Design
Institute of design and technology of the center (IDITEC)
Experience / Qualifications
Diploma in Design and Haute Couture 2023-2025
Moderator of design and clothing courses 2021- Present
Production and quality control supervisor 2018 - 2021
Junior Seamstress 2016 - 2018
Junior Seamstress 2016 - 2018
Age
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level
Beginner
Duration
120 minutes
The class is taught in
Spanish
English
Availability of a typical week
(GMT -04:00)
New York
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Online via webcam
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
00-04
04-08
08-12
12-16
16-20
20-24
I'll quickly tell you everything you need to know about my course:

What will you learn in this course?
✅ How to create digital patterns from scratch.
✅ Practical use of Sealmy 2D and Illustrator.
✅ Professional techniques for precise design.

No experience needed! I'll teach you from scratch.
Additionally, I will teach you how to sell them!
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