Adult Patternmaking Workshop

Discover the art behind perfectly fitting garments!

Join us this summer and experience the excitement of fashion creation in the inspiring setting of TWU’s Denton campus. By the end of the workshop, you’ll leave with new skills, practical knowledge, and the confidence to continue exploring patternmaking in your own sewing and design projects.

• Dates: July 13–15, 2026
• Location: TWU Denton Campus Design Labs
• Cost:  $495 with most supplies included, a list of required items will be provided
• Level: Adult Beginner

Registration opening soon

Step into the world of fashion design and learn the foundations of patternmaking in an exciting, hands-on workshop at Texas Woman’s University. From July 13th–15th, 2026, adult learners and creative enthusiasts are invited to join us on the beautiful TWU Denton campus for an immersive experience in our state-of-the-art design laboratories guided by our knowledgeable and supportive fashion faculty.

Whether you’re an aspiring designer, a sewing enthusiast ready to expand your skills, or simply curious about how garments are created, this beginner-friendly workshop will introduce you to the essential techniques that form the backbone of professional patternmaking.

What you’ll learn

During this three-day workshop, participants will gain practical skills used in fashion design studios and pattern rooms.

Through guided instruction and hands-on practice, you will:

• Create a basic bodice sloper, the foundational pattern used to build countless garment designs
• Learn basic fitting techniques that help garments fit the body correctly
• Understand how patternmakers translate body measurements into patterns
• Explore how these techniques apply to everyday pattern adjustments and garment construction

These core skills are used by professionals across the fashion industry and will empower you to modify commercial patterns, create custom garments, and better understand garment fit.

Workshop highlights

• Hands-on instruction in professional design labs
• Guidance from experienced TWU fashion design faculty
• Beginner-friendly environment—no prior patternmaking experience required
• Practical techniques you can use for everyday sewing and pattern adjustments
• Collaborative, creative atmosphere with fellow adult learners

Who should attend

This workshop is perfect for:

• Adult beginners interested in fashion design or sewing
• Home sewists looking to improve garment fit
• Creatives curious about how clothing patterns are developed
• Anyone wanting to experience learning in a university fashion studio environment

Why learn patternmaking?

Patternmaking is the foundation of garment design. Once you understand how to build and adjust patterns, you gain the freedom to customize clothing, troubleshoot fit issues, and bring your own creative ideas to life.

Join us and experience the excitement of fashion creation in the inspiring setting of TWU’s Denton campus. By the end of the workshop, you’ll leave with new skills, practical knowledge, and the confidence to continue exploring patternmaking in your own sewing and design projects.

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