How can i learn tailoring

But another fact is every expert was once a beginner. Here I share with you the steps which may help you tremendously in your creative pursuit Be it your mother, friend, teacher or online community which you can trust to answer your queries.

You will be elated that there is someone you can always go back to, when things are not going your way. Trust the pen, paper and books. The tips I am sharing with you may be different from all the advice you ever got about learning to sew your dress but these things helped me so I believe they can help you too. Have some online or offline reference books which you can check, when needing clarifications. Keep a notepad and write down details about the sewing project you take. For example, if you make a handkerchief - write down fabric material taken, measurements taken, thread and needle chosen etc.

This practice will help you learn and keep a record of your learning, which you can revise at any time in future for reference. Also note down success rating of your project. Why it turned out good and what improvement needed for the next project? Collect all the tools that you need to make your dress.

You'll need measuring tape, tailors chalk, scale, fabric scissors, Iron and ironing board, pins, tracing wheel etc. These tools are easily available at any sewing supplies store near you or you can check out online as well.

You must know your tools well. Get familiar with your sewing machine. Though, you can do basic sewing, decorative stitches etc. It serves you for years and generally passed on to generations. If you don't have a sewing machine then you must consider buying a sewing machine. Understand body frame and how to measure using a measuring tape.

You need to understand that making your own clothes is not as difficult as some people have made it. Joining a big fashion institute for learning dress making is a silliest mistake that you can make because I have already made that mistake! They teach you drafting, illustration, sketching, portfolio building and hundred other things which leave you exhausted and wondering if fashion designing is really about making dresses!

Actually fashion designing is much much more than dress making. For this you need to know a little bit about measurements.

By finding new and innovative ways to share our knowledge beyond the classroom, the ABTA has established itself as a leader in innovation. As some of the first online programs, the Online Academy and ABTA Workshop series offer students all over the world access to sought after tailoring knowledge and techniques.

Explore Online programs. At the ABTA, we are committed to forging a network of relationships with the Nation's leading tailoring houses. We want to ensure that our students not only have the knowledge and skills to succeed but that they have every opportunity to turn their passions into a professional life of their own design. Forging realtionships. Thinking Globally. The ABTA is expanding its reach to partner with tailoring educators throughout the world.

Through exchange programs, collaborative curriculums, and graduate placements worldwide, students will have the opportunity gain a multi-disciplinary tailoring education. Decide which type of course is best for you and your learning style.

Online schools usually provide the textbooks and lessons for the course. Buy a reference book about tailoring clothes. Books are available at booksellers and at craft shops that sell sewing supplies. On old clothes, practice different types of alterations and tailoring described in the book.

Always double-check your measurements before cutting. Practice tailoring clothes for friends and family members after you become confident in your skills.

Robin Reichert is a certified nutrition consultant, certified personal trainer and professional writer. She has been studying health and fitness issues for more than 10 years.

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