Description:
The sheath dress is a flattering silhouette for many body types. In this class you'll learn to draft a classic timeless sheath dress, with its figure-flattering vertical panels and narrow silhouette. The first of two will be drafted with princess seams and then we'll draft a 4-panel dress, perfect for color blocking. We will create a sleeveless, as well a sleeved version, and teach design options for necklines and sleeves. For those of you who want to take your dress out for a spin, we’ll teach you how to create a fit and flare silhouette.
Fitting is an integral part of the class. Be sure you have a well-fitting bodice sloper before you enroll.
Note: This is 1/2 of the previous class Dresses: Day to Evening, but is now a stand alone class.
Supplies:
A copy of your sloper/basic block and a copy of your sleeve sloper
Tape measure
Ruler and square, or gridded transparent ruler at least 18” long (here’s an example - see the 2” X 18” size)
Drafting curve (here’s Lynda’s favorite)
Paper for drafting (available in art or office supply stores, just make sure it’s at least 36” wide and copy paper weight)
Scotch tape
Pencils and erasers (colored pencils as well)
Pins
Medium weight muslin, unwashed
About Lynda's Classes
DURATION: Lynda's classes meet weekly for 6-weeks ($250) or 8-weeks ($295).
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 for Pacific Standard Time (PST).
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
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.