Draft Your Own Sewing Patterns

Demystify the art of pattern cutting and create sewing patterns as unique as you!

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The hardest part of doing something new is taking the first step.

But you're not alone, thousands of students have taken that first step too, and they're well on their way to becoming a pattern cutting whizz!

From email support in every online course, to live sessions and feedback in my Design & Draft Evening Dresses program...I'm here, with you, every step of the way.

Whether you're here to master dart rotation, play with contouring, design your own dream trousers or draft some custom blocks I've got a course for you!

Hello, I'm Kate!

Professional pattern, long time sewer and your new pattern cutting teacher

With over 10 years of industry experience, I’ve been lucky enough to see my work on huge international stages.

I’m talking Royals, red carpets, catwalk shows, billboards and so much more!

I’ve spent over a decade honing my skills, and now I want to share them with you, so that you can create your dream clothes too!

I am a firm believer that anyone can learn the tricks of the trade and make their own patterns. Stick around and I’m sure you’ll agree with me!

MY APPROACH

Get Creative With Your Sewing Patterns

Sewing is great, but pattern cutting is where the real fun begins!

I get it, you've been told pattern cutting is a big, mathematical beast and now you're feeling intimidated and a little confused.

I'm here to tell you that pattern cutting is fun and creative, and there's nothing to be scared about!

Yes, there is some maths when you're drafting blocks. But I'm here to guide you through the whole process.

From drafting blocks, to fitting, amending your patterns and creating new exciting designs...we can break it down into small steps and work through them together.

Think of me as your new sewing and pattern cutting pal, but with the added benefit of a decades worth of professional training!

How I can help you

Master Essential

Pattern Cutting Skills

Let's get creative and start drafting those amazing designs that you've dreamed up!

Start by mastering some basic skills and creating a solid foundation to building your knowledge on.

Draft Your

Custom Blocks

Every new pattern starts with a block (or sloper, for my American friends)

Draft yourself a set of custom blocks, using your unique measurements to create blocks as unique as you are.

Learn How To Fit

Your Sewing Projects

Fitting and amending a garment is a fine art, and one that requires knowledge and practice.

But I'm here to help!

Dive into my decade long industry experience and put my knowledge to use in your projects.

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I have done a few courses with Kate and they have been so beneficial in improving my understanding of the construction of a garment, which in turn has improved my sewing.

I have been sewing for years but the skills I have acquired through Kate's courses have definitely raised my skill set.

I don't want to just keep churning out 'homemade' clothes, I want to make clothes that fit, are well constructed and will last and these courses will help me do that.

- Alison

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