Trouser Pattern Making & Sewing Workshop

Learn to design, draft and sew your own custom-fitted pair of
trousers using professional pattern-making garment construction
techniques.

Take your sewing skills to the next level in this comprehensive 5-week workshop. You’ll learn how to draft a trouser
pattern, test the fit with a calico sample, and create a professionally finished pair of trousers in your own chosen
fabric.

Students receive individual guidance throughout the workshop to achieve the best possible fit and finish.

Workshop Fee

$600

Duration

4 hrs Sewing

Term 2 Course Schedule

13 August, 20 August, 27 August, 3 September & 10 September 2026

Time

10:00 AM – 2:30 PM (Includes 1/2 hrs Lunch)

Course Highlights

• Try on our sample trousers to determine your best-fitting size.
• Draft your own trouser pattern using the appropriate size block.
• Sew a calico fitting sample to check fit and construction.
• Draft and sew inseam pockets.
• Draft and sew curved front pockets.
• Draft and sew welt pockets.
• Construct a professional fly-front zip.
• Draft and attach a waistband.
• Use an industrial blind hem machine for a professional finish.
• Sew a custom-fitted pair of trousers in your own chosen fabric.

Materials

• Calico for the fitting sample is provided.
• Students bring their own fashion fabric for the final pair of trousers.
  Class Size Small class sizes to ensure individual guidance and fitting assistance

Class Size

Small class sizes to ensure individual guidance and fitting assistance

Who Is This Course For?

This workshop is ideal for students with basic sewing experience who would like to develop professional pattern-making and
garment construction skills