What is the course about?
Corsetry is about structure, silhouette and engineering in fabric. In our new and exciting 16-hour beginner corsetry course, you will learn how to draft construct and lace a custom-fit corset.
This course is where fashion meets engineering and where fabric becomes form.
This course is designed for beginners who want to challenge themselves, learn real technical skills and create something extraordinary. No prior experience is needed, just an interest in corsets.
Historical journey of the Corset
Take professional body measurements
Draft your own personalised corset pattern
Construct a structured mock-up
Create boning channels
Introduction to grommets, busk closures and authentic lacing.
Through demonstrations, discussions, workshop practice, one to one instruction and guidance.
Calico and pattern cutting materials will be provided. Please bring a notebook, pen and pencil.
Make a custom corset pattern you can reuse. Increase your skills to make future designs.
Build on confidence to take on structured garments.
You can develop your skills further on one of our short courses or take an accredited course in fashion starting in September.
