Trousers Drafting Fundamentals - Basic Module

This course is designed for aspiring individuals looking to acquire a specialty in trousers drafting, through learning and honing the fundamental basics before moving to highly specialised advance trousers drafting. Having a strong fundamental allows for a smooth and efficient ascension to a higher level.

Min/Max Participants: 3 - 5 Individuals.

Course Fees: $880.

6 Sessions: 1 hours 45mins+ per session. (Twice each week in the evenings)

Course and Tools Requirement: English language proficiency. Tailor L-ruler, tailor curve ruler, straight ruler (preferably 18-20 inches). Further information on tools will be provided prior to commencement of course.

Course Materials:

  1. Drafting Paper x7 (Purchasable at Venue)

  2. Cutting Fabric of 1.5m x1 (Purchasable at Venue)

Course Overview:

  1. Measurement System and development of flat-front panel.

  2. Development of front panel with pleats (and/or darts).

    Development of trousers back panel.

  3. Course Assessment for front & back trousers panel development.

    Individual pattern review and refine.

  4. Laying drafts on fabric, and fabric length calculation.

    Cutting & marking for prototype build.

  5. Prototype making for live fitting.

  6. Live fitting, and identifying issues.

    Revisit course content, and Q&A.

Course Objectives:

  • At the end of the course, you will be able to develop trousers draft for the standard male body type.

  • Post-course consultation support will be provided.