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The Cocktail Dress Course
The Cocktail Dress Course

The Cocktail Dress Course

Regular price$120.00
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In The Cocktail Dress we combine the elements which make a couture dress successful: good design, inspiring fabric(s), fit and proportion, engineering and of course construction. The class is broken down into 13 easy to follow chapters (listed below), in total the class runs over 6.5 hours. Each chapter is broken down into digestible size videos which range from 3–30 minutes in length.

NOTE: due to logistical difficulties, international customers will receive a digital version of the pattern for printing in lieu of a paper pattern.

  • Free shipping (domestic) or free digital pattern (intl)
  • In stock, ready to ship
  • Inventory on the way

YOUR COURSE INCLUDES:

A Custom Pattern Designed by Susan Khalje in collaboration with Julian Cristofoli Sent Directly to Your Doorstep: This exclusive pattern has been personally designed by Susan Khalje. Each pattern includes two full size ranges for every fit (4–14 & 16–24). Susan will also carefully walk you through every step in choosing the right pattern size and fabric!

Instant Access to Full Length Step-by-Step Instructions: When you sign up for Susan’s Cocktail Dress course, you will have instant access to over 6.5 hours of careful instruction for you to learn at your own pace at any time, for three years.

High Definition Streaming Video on Multiple Platforms and Devices: View your new Cocktail Dress course in high definition on your computer at home, your tablet while working in your studio or even your smart phone while on the go.

COURSE CHAPTERS

Chapter 1  Introduction: Materials And Fabric Options

Chapter 2  The Muslin

Chapter 3  Preparing The Underlining

Chapter 4  Fitting & Corrections

Chapter 5  Assembling The Pieces

Chapter 6  The Lace Yoke I: Joining The Lace And The Silk Organza

Chapter 7  The Lace Yoke II: The Shoulder Seam

Chapter 8  The Lace Yoke III: Adjusting The Lace

Chapter 9  The Lace Yoke IV: The Bias Binding

Chapter 10  The Lower Part Of The Dress

Chapter 11  Attaching The Upper Lace And Putting In The Zipper By Hand

Chapter 12  The Lining

Chapter 13  Finishing Touches

MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Susan Khalje is a couture sewing expert and educator with over 35-years of experience. She was awarded with The Association of Sewing and Design Professionals’ Lifetime Achievement Award. Susan established The Couture Sewing School in order to teach others around the world. Aside from establishing The Couture Sewing School, Susan has also published numerous of books like Bridal Couture: Fine Sewing Techniques for Wedding Gowns and Evening Wear (Krause) and Linen and Cotton: Classic Sewing Techniques (Taunton)which are the best sellers.

WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY:

It was such an exciting time, being able to sew for hours a day and do exactly what I love, that things have paled in comparison since then.  Work isn’t very exciting anymore I just want to sew.

Gabrielle

I just wanted to thank you again for an absolutely amazing week of learning. Not only did I come away with a gorgeous jacket but my levels of confidence and sewing inspiration were increased tenfold!

Mauve

I am so enjoying your online course The Couture Dress. You are so delightful with your presentation and what makes the course so great is your heartfelt commentaries about the process not just the procedures.

Nancy

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