Instructor: Laura Tanzer
Skill Level: Beginner-Advanced
Are you tired of clothes that do not fit properly? Would you like to be able to make your own patterns or ‘adjust’ those store-bought patterns that you own, but you don’t know how? In this four session workshop we will cover basic patternmaking concepts, including measurements, making a simple bodice/torso sloper, seam allowances, curves, and tools of the trade. (For more info about tools of the trade please see my blog https://www.lauratanzerstudio.com/tools-of-the-trade)
A Sloper is a basic pattern that will fit you exactly. No design ease, bare minimum wearing ease, no design features. It is used as the building block for drafting patterns for styling clothing for yourself (and others, if you make a sloper for each person for whom you intend to make clothes).
Join us!
Tools required:
- Clear ruler with grid, 18” long by 2” wide (Please do not bring inflexible quilting rulers)
- French curve – separate from hip curve
- Hip curve – separate from French curve
- Tape measure
- Paper scissors
- Fabric scissors
- Pattern paper- marked/dotted pattern paper
NOTE: If you do not have pattern paper, the instructor will have some on hand that you can purchase for a small fee ($10). - Muslin – dressmaker lightweight
- Straight pins, scotch tape
- Pencils and pens for marking/drawing
- Tracing Wheel & tracing paper
***Best places to acquire tools (other than marketplace for used…) Wawak.com and Goldstartool.com
Please note *** A materials fee of $20 per student is due to Laura at the start of the class.
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About the Instructor:
I am a sustainability artisan, entrepreneur, textile artist, clothing engineer, and educator. I work with textiles, sculpting wearable art for the body.
I experiment with digital printing by printing my art photographs on textiles and using those prints as a basis for creating wearable art for the body. I use raw materials such as vintage and dead stock – all are natural fiber materials, such as cotton, silk, and linen. I create almost no waste and teach others how to do the same. My workshops are ‘small batch’ – limited to less than 10 in person as well as online. That affords participants individual attention. I teach the skills for working with textiles, including, but not limited to sewing, handwork, pattern making, and draping.
Cancellation/Refund Policy:
We understand that plans can change, and we strive to accommodate our participants as best as possible. Please review our refund policy before registering for a workshop:
In order to request a withdrawal from a workshop, students must contact the Guild by phone at 717-431-8706 or contact us here.
Cancellations More Than 7 Days Before the Workshop
If a cancellation is made more than 7 days before the workshop, a 10% administrative fee will be deducted from any refund to the original form of payment to cover credit card processing and administrative costs. A workshop credit of 100% of the tuition may also be offered. Workshop credits expire 6 months after the date of the workshop.
Cancellations Within 4-7 Days of the Workshop
Cancellations made within 4 to 7 days of the workshop are not eligible for a refund to the original form of payment but may be transferred to another class or issued as a workshop credit for future use. Workshop credits expire 6 months after the date of the workshop.
Cancellations 3 Days or Less of the Workshop
Cancellations made within 3 days of the workshop are not eligible for a refund or a workshop credit.
No-Show Policy
If you do not notify us ahead of the class and fail to attend, you are not eligible for a refund or a workshop credit.
Classes canceled by the instructor or the Guild.
Students are eligible to receive a 100% refund to the original form of payment or workshop credit if the workshop is canceled by the instructor or the Guild. Workshop credits expire within 6 months of the date of the workshop.
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Introduction to Patternmaking - Day 1
2026-02-07
10:00 am - 2:00 pm -
Introduction to Patternmaking - Day 2
2026-02-14
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Venue: PA Guild of Craftsmen
Venue Phone: 717-431-8706
Venue Website: www.pacrafts.org
Address:Workshop Teachers
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Laura Tanzer
I am a sustainability artisan, entrepreneur, textile artist, clothing engineer, and educator. I work with textiles, sculpting wearable art for the body. I experiment with digital printing by printing my art photographs on textiles and using those prints as basis for creating wearable art for the body. I use raw materials such as vintage and dead stock - all are natural fiber materials, such as cotton, silk, linen. I create almost no waste and teach others how to do the same. My workshops are "small batch" - limited to less than 10 in person as well as online. That affords participants individual attention. I teach the skills for working with textiles, including, but not limited to sewing, handwork, pattern making, and draping.