Unlock the secret to perfectly fitting clothes by joining our sewing classes focused on creating your own clothing sloper to your exact measurements. A sloper, also known as a block pattern, is the foundation for all custom garments—crafted specifically to match your unique body shape.
In these hands-on sessions, you'll learn how to take accurate body measurements and draft a basic sloper that fits you like a glove. Once your sloper is complete, you’ll be able to modify it to design and sew patterns for shirts, dresses, and bottoms.
Join us to gain the confidence and skills to take control of your sewing projects, making your dream clothes perfectly fitted to your body.
Skill Level: Must know how to use a sewing machine basics and understand a bit how clothes are sewn together
SEPT 20TH (1ST DAY (important to not miss): 1:00PM-3:30PM
SEPT 27TH: 1:00PM-3:30PM
OCT 4TH: 1:00PM-3:30PM
OCT 11TH: 1:00PM-3:30PM
OCT 18th: 1:00PM-3:30PM
OCT 25th: 1:00PM-3:30PM (last class)
1. Introduction to Pattern Making
Learn the tools and how to use them
Understanding grainline, seam allowance, and ease.
Pattern markings & symbols.
2. Taking Measurements Accurately
3. Drafting Basic Blocks (Slopers) with formulas (you will be able to take them home and printed instructions)
Bodice block (front & back).
Skirt block (straight skirt).
Sleeve block (basic set-in sleeve).
4. Pattern Manipulation Basics
5. Project
Draft, cut, and sew a simple muslin bodice (unfinished seams) from your drafted block.
All supplies included in pricing. 6 students per class
Dearest gentle sewists!
I’m Sarah-Jeanne, a Québec-born sewist now based in NYC, with over 13 years of experience behind the machine. Guided by passion and a love for accessible fashion, I first learned the foundations of sewing and pattern reading from a retired fashion expert in my neighborhood, before advancing through self-learning and private sewing classes in Montréal. In the early 2020s, I launched Paulinessence, my sewing pattern company, to inspire others, share techniques, and make fashion accessible one stitch at a time. After years of working behind the screen, I’m thrilled to finally teach in person and support you on your creative journey.
Follow her on IG: paulinessence_patterns
Unlock the secret to perfectly fitting clothes by joining our sewing classes focused on creating your own clothing sloper to your exact measurements. A sloper, also known as a block pattern, is the foundation for all custom garments—crafted specifically to match your unique body shape.
In these hands-on sessions, you'll learn how to take accurate body measurements and draft a basic sloper that fits you like a glove. Once your sloper is complete, you’ll be able to modify it to design and sew patterns for shirts, dresses, and bottoms.
Join us to gain the confidence and skills to take control of your sewing projects, making your dream clothes perfectly fitted to your body.
Skill Level: Must know how to use a sewing machine basics and understand a bit how clothes are sewn together
SEPT 20TH (1ST DAY (important to not miss): 1:00PM-3:30PM
SEPT 27TH: 1:00PM-3:30PM
OCT 4TH: 1:00PM-3:30PM
OCT 11TH: 1:00PM-3:30PM
OCT 18th: 1:00PM-3:30PM
OCT 25th: 1:00PM-3:30PM (last class)
1. Introduction to Pattern Making
Learn the tools and how to use them
Understanding grainline, seam allowance, and ease.
Pattern markings & symbols.
2. Taking Measurements Accurately
3. Drafting Basic Blocks (Slopers) with formulas (you will be able to take them home and printed instructions)
Bodice block (front & back).
Skirt block (straight skirt).
Sleeve block (basic set-in sleeve).
4. Pattern Manipulation Basics
5. Project
Draft, cut, and sew a simple muslin bodice (unfinished seams) from your drafted block.
All supplies included in pricing. 6 students per class
Dearest gentle sewists!
I’m Sarah-Jeanne, a Québec-born sewist now based in NYC, with over 13 years of experience behind the machine. Guided by passion and a love for accessible fashion, I first learned the foundations of sewing and pattern reading from a retired fashion expert in my neighborhood, before advancing through self-learning and private sewing classes in Montréal. In the early 2020s, I launched Paulinessence, my sewing pattern company, to inspire others, share techniques, and make fashion accessible one stitch at a time. After years of working behind the screen, I’m thrilled to finally teach in person and support you on your creative journey.
Follow her on IG: paulinessence_patterns
