Wellington Beginner’s Corsetry Course: June 2023
$ 895
Book your place in this Beginner’s Corsetry Class and learn how to make your own steel-boned genuine underbust corset. At the end of this corsetry course you’ll have a custom fitted black corset and personalized Vanyanís pattern to keep. You’ll gain the confidence, knowledge and inspiration to build on your success and make more corsets on your own. Receive expert guidance from an industry professional in a fun, warm environment. All shapes, sizes and ages (over 18) welcome!
- Dates: Sundays 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th of June 2023
- Times: 10am – 5pm each day (28 hours)
- Location: The Stitchery Limited, 22 Prosser Street Elsdon, Porirua, 5022
- Price includes: all materials and pattern required to make your underbust corset
- Refreshments included: tea, coffee and biscuits
- Experience: you must already know how to sew and use a sewing machine (read more)
- Class size: 4-6 attendees
- There will be some homework to complete during the weeks between class sessions
- Payment in full must be received prior to course commencement (payment plans available)
- Prior to class commencement we will contact you for your measurements
- Bookings close 30-April-2023
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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
Pregnancy Corset Pattern [PREORDER]
Patterns, School ShopThe Vanyanís Pregnancy Corset Pattern is a stunning piece of corset engineering. Inspired by historical corsets, this pattern was designed and developed during the designers' own pregnancy (pictured). A pregnancy corset does not constrict the waist - it provides pain-relieving support to the belly, bust, back and hips. Elastic panels add flexibility and the adjustable side and back lacing expand as the pregnancy progresses. The lacing allows for a size increase of up to 10" making it the perfect solution to provide comfortable support to a growing pregnant body.
Available in one size (see the tabs below for sizing notes). Laced closed, it fits: Bust: 42", Waist: 32", High Hips: 39" (expands up to 10").
This digital pattern is beautifully designed and includes the following:
- Version 'A' is a 'flat layout' (showing the detailed stitching and bone placement [and types]).
- Version 'B' is a simple 'working' pattern that can easily be adjusted to your size.
- Version 'C' shows the seam allowance and grainline placement.
- A pattern for a belly support band (for use in the third trimester)
- Lacing instructions for the back and sides
This pattern is licensed for personal use only (please refer to the tabs below for full terms of use). Please use #VanyanisPregnancyCorsetPattern when posting your projects on Instagram, as we'd love to see your creations!
[IMPORTANT: 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!]
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!
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!