For plus size makers who dream of beautifully-fitted historical clothes, but struggle to fit them...
Free Live Masterclass
Fit, Flatter, Flourish: The Art of Plus Size Fitting:
Join us for this free, live masterclass, where we’ll show you how you CAN build a beautifully fitted dream wardrobe, no matter your body size or shape!
When:
Thursday, September 28th, 2023
1:00pm - 2:30 pm PT
4:00pm - 5:30 pm ET
Duration: 90 Minutes
4:00pm - 5:30 pm ET
Duration: 90 Minutes
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For plus size makers who dream of beautifully-fitted historical clothes, but struggle to fit them...
Free Live Masterclass
Fit, Flatter, Flourish: The Art of Plus Size Fitting:
Join us for this free, live masterclass, where we’ll show you how you CAN build a beautifully fitted dream wardrobe, no matter your body size or shape!
When:
Thursday, September 28th, 2023
1:00pm - 2:30 pm PT
4:00pm - 5:30 pm ET
Duration: 90 Minutes
4:00pm - 5:30 pm ET
Duration: 90 Minutes
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If you've ever felt...
Unsure what would look and feel good on you, or how to achieve it on your body
Exasperated by the time and Math required to even get to the mock up stage…
Hopeless about fitting because your size fluctuates widely anyway
Super clear on the look you want to create, but the whole fitting process just terrifies you when most patterns are designed for a body size and shape that’s quite different from yours…
Stuck in a cycle of making clothes that will do, but never being truly happy with the fit…
Like you wish you had a structured method for fitting that you can come back to over and over again, so that you can spend less time struggling with mock ups and more time sewing (and wearing the fabulous results!)
...then I invite you to join us in this inspiring, free live workshop!
Here's a glimpse of what we'll be doing in this
free workshop...
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You Are Not Alone
Considering all the tiny clothes we see in museums, you might be forgiven for thinking that no-one of size even existed before 1950. We’ll bust a few myths and show you a truer reflection of size in historical clothing.
Project Planning For Success
What to look for in a project or pattern before you even begin - and what to avoid…
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3
The Best Mock Up You’ve Ever Made
The FR Mentors and I walk you through a 5 step checklist for how to approach successful fitting so that you know exactly what to do, even if you’re overwhelmed and there’s a lot to fix.
No Consistent Measurements? No Problem.
The Mentors share their best tips and tricks for making an outfit work no matter how your size fluctuates.
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5
Save Time And Effort Next Time
Discover how the Mentors have streamlined their process so that you don’t have to go through fitting hell every time… meaning that you’ve got more time for the fun parts of sewing (and for wearing the fabulous results!)
A glimpse of what we'll be doing in this
free workshop...
1. You Are Not Alone
Considering all the tiny clothes we see in museums, you might be forgiven for thinking that no-one of size even existed before 1950. We’ll bust a few myths and show you a truer reflection of size in historical clothing.
2. Project Planning For Success
What to look for in a project or pattern before you even begin - and what to avoid…
3. The Best Mock Up You’ve Ever Made
The FR Mentors and I walk you through a 5 step checklist for how to approach successful fitting so that you know exactly what to do, even if you’re overwhelmed and there’s a lot to fix.
4. No Consistent Measurements? No Problem.
The Mentors share their best tips and tricks for making an outfit work no matter how your size fluctuates.
5. Save Time And Effort Next Time
Discover how the Mentors have streamlined their process so that you don’t have to go through fitting hell every time… meaning that you’ve got more time for the fun parts of sewing (and for wearing the fabulous results!)
About your hosts:
Cathy Hay
Creator and publisher of Foundations Revealed, which helps other historical dressmakers to connect with each other, stay inspired and positive, hone their skills together and realise their sewing dreams. She is a former professional dressmaker and continues to explore her creativity and share her artwork on YouTube and social media.
Brooklynne Michelle
Is a historically inspired designer and couturier at her own design house, Brooklynne Michelle Couture. She has over 20 years’ experience making clothing and costumes with exquisite workoneship, specialising in plus-size, transgender, and bodies forgotten by fast fashion and standardised sizing.
Lowana O’Shea
Lowana O’Shea is the designer and corsetiere behind celebrated Australian slow fashion label Vanyanís. She loves to make her clients feel beautiful. Whatever your size or shape, whatever the occasion, well-fitting clothing empowers you to put your best foot forward and inspires confidence. Clothing is an important expression of self, and it’s a privilege to be a part of that with you.
Barbara Pesendorfer
Designer and master tailoress. Founded Royal Black Couture and Corsetry in 2006. She has created couture constructed to her own designs and patterns for over fifteen years.
Constance MacKenzie
Professional costume maker stuck half way between the 16th Century and the Gamma Quadrant. Much of her work is in film and television. Her first job was working at Shakespeare's Globe, and she has gone on to work on projects such as Wonder Woman, the Kingsman movies, Mary Poppins Returns, and Britannia.
About your hosts:
Cathy Hay
Creator and publisher of Foundations Revealed, which helps other historical dressmakers to connect with each other, stay inspired and positive, hone their skills together and realise their sewing dreams. She is a former professional dressmaker who continues to explore her creativity and share on YouTube.
Brooklynne Michelle
Is a historically inspired designer and couturier at her own design house, Brooklynne Michelle Couture. She has over 20 years’ experience making clothing and costumes with exquisite workoneship.
Lowana O’Shea
Lowana O’Shea is the designer and corsetiere behind slow fashion label Vanyanís, specializing in exquisite corsetry, bridal couture and luxury ready-to-wear fashion. She has been teaching since 2015, and still gets a thrill every time she sees her students succeed and flourish.
Barbara Pesendorfer
Designer and master tailoress. Founded Royal Black Couture and Corsetry in 2006. She has created couture constructed to her own designs and patterns for over fifteen years.
Constance MacKenzie
Professional costume maker stuck half way between the 16th Century and the Gamma Quadrant. Much of her work is in film and television. Her first job was working at Shakespeare's Globe, and she has gone on to work on projects such as Wonder Woman, the Kingsman movies, Mary Poppins Returns, and Britannia.
