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Intro to Corsetmaking: the Underbust Corset
Tuesdays 1, 8, 15, 22 April 6-8:30pm (four sessions)
Cost: $145 + $65 materials fee (includes the pattern and all the corset findings, students must provide their own fabric and thread)
To register for the class, please email Leimomi with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line.
Learn the fundamentals of corsetmaking with a perfectly fitted underbust corset. While corsets look complicated, a few simple tricks will de-mystify the process This course will cover every step of the process from choosing your fabric, busk, and boning types; to fitting and altering your pattern; to setting the busk; getting the boning channels to look perfectly even on the outside and inside of the corset; inserting your eyelets; and binding the edges.
Suitable for those with intermediate and higher sewing experience.
Cost: $145 + $65 materials fee (includes the pattern and all the corset findings, students must provide their own fabric and thread)
Materials: Students will need to supply fabric and thread for their corset (suggestions for suitable fabric will be provided). There is also a charge for the specialist corset findings of $65 that includes all other materials needed.
IMPORTANT: We expect this class to be very popular, and there will be limited spaces. Please confirm your registration with payment ASAP. Learn more about this class here at The Dreamstress’ blog.