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LYNDA MAYNARD DESIGNS

Learn pattern drafting, sewing and fitting

Lynda is an author and teacher and is passionate about inspiring others. She is a master teacher, and has years of experience teaching couture sewing techniques, pattern drafting, clothing construction and fitting.

Learn to sew beautiful, handmade clothing, from tailored jackets to ready-to-wear jackets, to caged skirts, knits, strapless gowns and more.

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March 2025

Class Offerings

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4-week class
  • Finish It! M 10-11:30 am, PST
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6-week classes
  • Silk Charmeuse Techniques, Tu 10-11:30 am, PST OR W 3-4:30 pm, PST
  • Sleeves: Draft and Sew, Tu 4-5:30 pm
 
8-week classes
  • Alter Commercial Patterns, M 3-4:30 pm, PST
  • Bodice Sloper with Sleeve, M 5-6:30 pm, PST
  • Couture Dressmaking Techniques, W 5-6:30 pm, PST (formerly Little Black Dress)
  • Pant / Jean Draft, Tu 6-7:30 pm, PST
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Summer 2025 Preview

Class Offerings

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4-week class (2X per week)
  • Knit Bodice Sloper & Sleeve, MTh 2:30 pm
  • Drafting the Classic Shirt, MTh 4:30 pm
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6-week classes
  • Silk Charmeuse Techniques, M 6:30 pm
  • Bustier/Corselet: Draft, Fit and Sew, Tu 3:30 pm
  • Motorcycle Jacket: Draft and Sew, Tu 5 pm
  • Bias Basics, W 6:30 pm
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All classes are one and one half hours in length and are live, on Zoom. See more about Lynda's classes below.
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Classes begin week of June 9, with registration opening in early April. Add yourself to Lynda's email list (below) to get first access.
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DURATION: Lynda's classes meet weekly for 4-weeks ($200), 6-weeks ($250) ,8-weeks ($295) or 4-weeks, 2X/week for 8 sessions ($295)

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ONLINE/ZOOM: Each 1 1/2 meeting is live, on Zoom and all class meetings are recorded. The link to the recording is sent out at the end of each class and it is available to students for 8 weeks. All class times are noted in Pacific Standard Time (PST)

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INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEOS: As part of each class, Lynda also shows instructional videos, which students will have access to after class. These links do not expire

 

CLASS SIZE: 12 students in classes that include fitting, 15 students in all other classes

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INSTRUCTOR ACCESS: Students will have access to Lynda during class and via email between classes. She is available for private lessons if you need that extra instruction.

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About Lynda's Classes

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Lynda is also a guest teacher, in-person workshops across the country and also online workshops. Check her Workshops tab for more information.

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