Wellington Corset Pattern Drafting: Part 2 [Date: TBC]
$ 695
Building on your pattern drafting knowledge you gained in Part One, in Corset Pattern Drafting Part Two you will learn how to draft your own overbust corset patterns. The pattern drafting skills you learn in this course can be applied to bridal bodices, couture gowns and corsets.
Fitting busts can be tricky, but they don’t have to be. In this course you’ll learn how to shape and support busts of all sizes. We’ll share all our best tips and tricks with you so that you can create overbust patterns that fit perfectly, with a beautiful silhouette using the unique Vanyanís pattern drafting method. The process is broken into easy-to-understand steps, giving you the knowledge to make a pattern from anyone’s measurements.
The focus of this class is to learn how to create overbust corset patterns from any measurements and then fit them perfectly. During the class you will learn how to make an overbust corset toile (mock-up) to test your pattern. We’ll share all our best bust fitting secrets with you and show you how and where to apply changes to your toile. After the fitting, you’ll learn how to accurately transfer those changes to your pattern.
At the end of this pattern drafting course you’ll have a personalized overbust corset pattern to keep and the confidence and knowledge of how to fit and draft more patterns independently.
Receive expert guidance from an industry professional in a fun, warm environment. All shapes, sizes and ages welcome!
- Dates: To be confirmed
- Times: To be confirmed
- Location: The Stitchery Limited, 22 Prosser Street Elsdon, Porirua, 5022
- Price includes: all materials required to draft and fit your overbust corset
- Refreshments included: tea, coffee and biscuits
- Experience: you must have previously attended Vanyanís Corset Pattern Drafting Part One or have extensive pattern drafting experience
- Small class size: 4-6 attendees
- Payment in full must be received prior to course commencement
- Students will receive a comprehensive class handout with pattern drafting instructions to take home as well as a blank copy of the Vanyanís measurement chart for future use.
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Waist Cincher Corset Pattern
Patterns, School ShopThe Vanyanís Cincher Corset Pattern features a pointed front, two framing points at the back and a dramatic silhouette. This corset pattern has seven panels (per side) and is patterned to lace up closed on the wearers body (if you prefer a 2" lacing gap, simply select one size smaller). It is a shorter style of corset and allows the wearer lots of mobility.
Initially developed for Vanyanís RTW Corsets, then later used in our classes, this pattern comes with three options for a front busk placket (and accompanying cutting guide) so you can use different methods for your unique creations.
The pattern has been designed to be as user friendly as possible. Seam allowances are clearly marked on all panels as well as a helpful letter system across of the top of the panel pieces (to help you sew the panels together correctly). We recommend sewing a toile (mock-up) to check and adjust the fit, before commencing your final project.
Available in corset sizes 18" to 44" it can fit natural waists of 20" to 50". To work out which size you'll need, please refer to the size chart located in the tabs below. This pattern is sold in "packs" of three sizes and comes with corset lacing instructions. Sewing instructions are not included. Royal Black has an excellent sew-a-long on her Patreon, which we highly recommend. This pattern is licensed for personal use only (please refer to the tabs below for full terms of use).
Once purchased, the files will be immediately emailed to you as a PDF in A4 format, so you can print it out and get started with your waist cincher straight away. Tip: make sure you print the file at "100%", not "shrink to fit". There is a printed scale measurement on each page so you can check that it has printed correctly.
The files will be sent from sales@vanyanis.com so make sure you add this email to your address book so your patterns don't end up in the 'spam' folder!
Please use #VanyanisCincherPattern when posting your projects on Instagram, as we'd love to see your creations!
Wellington Sewing Day [Date: TBC]
School Shop, ClassesDo you love sewing?! Perhaps you have a sewing project you need help with? Are you having trouble fitting that dress to your shape? Not sure how to achieve the desired result or know where to start? Want to know how to get a more professional finish? Or maybe you just need an excuse to get out of the house and make time for yourself to do what you love, in a dedicated sewing studio with like-minded people (let's be honest, life does have a habit of getting in the way and sometimes we need an 'event' or deadline to get us doing what we wanted to do anyway).
Come and join in our Sewing Day and get all the help and support you need from Lowana O'Shea as you work on your individual projects. This 'Sewing Day' is intended to be fun, casual and full of the shared enjoyment of sewing. Bring along anything you're working on (or wanting to start) and give yourself the excuse to get some serious work done on it. Want to see what we get up too? Click here.
- Date: To be confirmed
- Time: 11am - 4:30pm day
- Location: Boulcott Street, Wellington NZ
- Price includes: tuition, venue hire and refreshments
- Refreshments included: tea, coffee and biscuits
- Price does not include: materials, sewing machine hire, or lunch
- Bring: your sewing project, sewing machine (if needed), sewing kit & lunch
- Class size: 3-6 attendees
Ebonique Pencil Dress with Mesh and Cap Sleeves
Ready to Wear, DressesIMPORTANT: This item is on "clearance" and all sales are final.
No sophisticated wardrobe can be truly complete without an elegant yet daring little black dress! If you've struggled to find a pencil dress to fit your curves, then this is your answer. Our versatile, must-have Ebonique pencil dress is designed to accentuate all your curves to breathtaking effect.
This delightfully figure hugging dress is made from a high quality ponte; a sumptuously firming yet oh-so-soft stretch fabric. The sweetheart neckline features a sheer Italian mesh.
Our aim in designing this stunning little black dress was to create a stand out garment that will make you feel as glamorous and confident as possible!
Wellington Corset Pattern Drafting: Part 1 [Date: TBC]
School Shop, ClassesBook your place in this Corset Pattern Drafting Class (Part One) and learn how to draft your own underbust corset patterns, completely from scratch! Even if you have no previous experience with drafting patterns, you can learn how to make underbust corset patterns using the unique Vanyanís method. The process is broken into easy-to-understand steps, giving you the knowledge to make a pattern from anyone's measurements.
The focus of this class is to learn how to create your own corset patterns from measurements, and fit them perfectly. You will learn how to take accurate measurements for corsetry and then using those measurements draft a six panel underbust pattern. During the class you will learn how to make a corset toile (mock-up) to test your pattern. We'll share all our best tips, tricks and secrets with you and about corset fit and how and where to apply changes to your toile. After the fitting, you'll learn how to accurately transfer those changes to your pattern.
At the end of this pattern drafting course you'll have a personalised underbust corset pattern to keep and the knowledge of how to fit and draft more independently.
You'll gain the confidence, knowledge and inspiration to build on your success and make more patterns on your own. Receive expert guidance from an industry professional in a fun, warm environment. All shapes, sizes and ages welcome!
- Dates: To be confirmed
- Times: To be confirmed
- Location: The Stitchery Limited, 22 Prosser Street Elsdon, Porirua, 5022
- Price includes: all materials required to draft and fit your pattern
- Refreshments included: tea, coffee and biscuits
- No prior experience required! This class is suitable for complete beginners or those with previous pattern drafting experience
- Small class size: 4-6 attendees
- Payment in full must be received prior to course commencement
- Students will receive a comprehensive class handout with pattern drafting instructions to take home as well as a blank copy of the Vanyanís measurement chart for future use