Beyond The Block

Service Description

Join me, Katie, for a creative weekend—or just a single day—of adding design choices to your patterns to create unique, wonderful garments! 🕘 Workshop Times: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM If you’ve attended one of my Perfect Fit workshops, this is the ideal next step—giving you the skills to adapt your block and transform it into different designs. You can also use this workshop to learn how to compare your block against commercial patterns, helping you make informed adjustments and modifications. If you haven’t attended a Perfect Fit workshop, you’re still welcome! Aspiring fashion designers or anyone with a ready-made block can also take part. I have a selection of blocks available, but bringing your own will help you get the most from the experience. Please note: This is not a fit class; the focus is on pattern adaptation and design development. Choose Your Experience: 🧵 One-Day Option – Perfect if you want a focused session to refine a single design or learn how to use your block with commercial patterns. 🧵 Two-Day Option – Great for those who want to fully explore their ideas and create multiple designs. Your chosen designs can be anything from a classic tunic you've seen in a magazine to a unique, stand-out look. If you have something particularly ambitious in mind, email me so we can discuss how to make it work! What’s Included? ✨ All necessary equipment ✨ 2.5 meters of calico for toiling/mock-ups (bring extra if needed) ✨ Sewing machines provided (or bring your own favorite tools!) A Little About Me… I hold a BA (Hons) in Fashion Design from Leeds Art University and have worked as a Military Tailor (following MoD specifications) and as a technician assisting degree students with their designs. Payment Options: I’m happy to offer installment plans, but all payments must be completed two weeks before the workshop starts. If you have any questions, feel free to email me at beforeyoustitch@icloud.com ☺️ Hope to see you soon! Katie x 📅 Available Dates: Weekends: Saturday, 31st May Sunday, 1st June Saturday, 13th September Sunday, 14th September Weekdays: Tuesday, 6th May Tuesday, 3rd June Tuesday, 8th July Tuesday, 9th September Tuesday, 7th October Tuesday, 4th November