Pattern making made easy by using the tools specially designed and marked to simplify pattern making and streamlining the work. All the mathematical calculations are already done so all the pattern maker has to do is take the personal measurements and decide which markings to use. No formulas required like the traditional pattern making techniques, more precise than draping as most of the work is done on the paper even before scissors are placed on fabric. By using this flat pattern making method and the wearer's measurements, the tailor creates a perfectly fitting bespoke garment. Registration is now open register early to avoid disappointment as there are only 15 spots per pattern drafting classes and 15 spots in the sewing classes.
JUST BEGINNING; ONE-ON-ONE TUTORING WITH OUR VERY OWN CERTIFIED TAILOR AND INSTRUCTOR. Book your appointment for some help on a project that has you stumped or to help you ready your portfolio for showing prospective employers/educational institutions. Go to the class registrations page for rates, then email for an appointment from the contact us page.
LEARN TO SEW CLASSES
Learn to sew class for beginners; tentative start date June 26, 2013 from 6:30 to 9:30 pm. Cost is $160 for 12 hours of instruction time divided into 4 classes.
click here for syllabus. Go to the class registration page to register using paypal, or call Maria at 705 487-2328.
JUST BEGINNING; ONE-ON-ONE TUTORING WITH OUR VERY OWN CERTIFIED TAILOR AND INSTRUCTOR. Book your appointment for some help on a project that has you stumped or to help you ready your portfolio for showing prospective employers/educational institutions. Go to the class registrations page for rates, then email for an appointment from the contact us page.
LEARN TO SEW CLASSES
Learn to sew class for beginners; tentative start date June 26, 2013 from 6:30 to 9:30 pm. Cost is $160 for 12 hours of instruction time divided into 4 classes.
click here for syllabus. Go to the class registration page to register using paypal, or call Maria at 705 487-2328.
New and revamped book 1 - Pattern Drafting and basic tailoring! The course is divided into 2 sections; pattern drafting is on one night and sewing will be on Saturdays. The drafting section will start first with the sewing soon to follow so that students will be able to put the theory into practice and really understand the principles of garment construction. Beginning is September 2013 the new courses will start from the skirts sections, both drafting and sewing, course calendar will be available in August for registration. Only 15 spots open so register early to avoid disappointment. Remember this is the only program that allows students to earn their Italian fashion arts credential through Le Grand Chic Italia School of Fashion right here in Canada, no other school in North America can offer this AMAZING opportunity.
Book 2 - La Modellista, Specialization in pattern drafting will be coming to Georgian in September 2013. This is the next step in perfecting the art of pattern drafting by creating more complex designs; asymmetrical, pleats, rouching and more jackets. These courses will encompass all aspects of garment construction by incorporating pattern drafting and sewing into the curriculum. Once students finish this program they can then write the Italian fashion arts exam as well as applying for their teaching credential from Le Grand Chic Italia School of Fashion directly from Latina, Italy. A tremendous opportunity for students who want a career in garment construction, alterations specialist or both!
EUROPEAN INTENSIVE CLASSES - week long courses suitable for people who have to travel great distances and would like to learn this very special, unique art only available right here at Georgian College!
European Intensive - Monday to Friday, May 6 to 10, 2013; 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Click here for flyer
European Intensive - Monday to Friday, July 15 to 19, 2013; 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
or go to link below to register:
http://www.georgianc.on.ca/coned09/coursescertificates/?f=display_outline&p_subj_code=DART&p_crse_numb=0103&p_title=European+Pattern+Drafting
Check out this article! http://www.thebarrieexaminer.com/2012/10/03/pattern-making-course-promotes-fashion-freedom
INTENSIVE PATTERN DRAFTING COURSE AT GEORGIAN COLLEGE - to be held on July 15 to 19 (inclusive) 2013; 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
European Pattern Drafting Intensive (DART 0103)
I am very pleased to announce this event there will be only SIX spots available so sign up early to avoid dissappointment. The intensive course is also great for the sewer who is frustrated with using commercial patterns that don't fit well. This week will show you exactly where the lines come from and how to fix the problem; whatever the problem is. Once you know the purpose of the lines on the paper you will better understand where to take them in order to make the garment fit well. It will demysify the draft for you.
Learn trade secrets that only bespoke tailors know! Ideal for experienced sewers who have been looking for the perfect fitting bodice, dress, sleeves, skirt and even volants! For more information click here the cost includes materials as well!
Learn trade secrets that only bespoke tailors know! Ideal for experienced sewers who have been looking for the perfect fitting bodice, dress, sleeves, skirt and even volants! For more information click here the cost includes materials as well!
PROJECT CATWALK 2012
from left to right: Maria, Caroline, Meaghan, Amy and Margaret at the Festival
Check out the slide show in the special events page
Check out the technique workshops really worth the effort as students will have a 3-dimensional reference they can look back to remind themselves of the process for years to come. Present students find it very, very helpful. Check it out in the helpful hints section video!
Directions: come up highway 400 to highway #11, continue to Oro-Medonte line 5 to go over the bridge to the soughbound side of the highway, the school is located right at the first Shell gas station on the right hand side. When going northbound you will see the gas station and school on the left.
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Project Catwalk 2011 Denise and Amy JOB WELL DONE!
What a dress and coat! These two ladies created the whole outfit in only 2 and half days including the ring! The did an amazing job as you can see. Read the description in Denise's own words;
"European Pattern Drafting offered at Georgian College in Barrie, Ontario, brings students into the classroom to teach them how to take an idea from pen, to paper, to pattern, to Perfection. Techniques taught in this course curriculum help produce fine tailors of the future. With a course directly imported from Le Grand Chic Italia, where clothes fit the body instead of the body fitting the clothes, instructor Maria Calautti opens the door to endless garment design.
The 2011 Project Catwalk held at the CreativFestival showcased Georgian College as one of 4 competing schools. Students designed a garment suitable to wear to the Royal Wedding for a style icon of their choice; ours was Marlene Dietrich. Her style was unquestionable and unwaveringly classic. Not only was she a wonderful actress, but she was also an accomplished seamstress, milliner and showgirl with a family background in fine jewellery, making every accessory of the utmost importance in every outfit she donned. Her interests included the violin, poetry and theatre. Marlene was known for her meticulous awareness of what her body language was saying down to the last detail. She was awarded the Medal of Freedom and the Legion d”honneur for her wartime work supporting the troops in WWII during which time she still made her own fashion statement even in full uniform.
This dupioni silk dress with touches of gold sparkle, embroidered silk hat, gold gloves and stretch taffeta fake fur trimmed coat, embodies every aspect of style Marlene herself would have chosen to wear to the royal wedding today. From head to toe to fingertip, this ensemble is as fluid as the iconic style Marlene was known for. Not shown, is a matching crystal ring with slivers of silk embedded in the stones. She loved when her gowns simply grazed the floor for that little touch of elegance and showmanship whilst maintaining her chic look and simplicity."
Marlene was quoted as saying,
“I dress for myself. Not for the image, not for the public, not for the fashion, not for men.”
At Georgian College, with the tools learned taking the European Pattern Drafting course created originally in Italy by Le Grand Chic Italia, one is able to bring any pattern to life for themselves or others with the perfect fit every time. Join us and see for yourself.
Contact us in Barrie at Georgian College to register for the course that will change how you look at fashion forever.
www.georgianc.on.ca
Phone 705-722-1511
"European Pattern Drafting offered at Georgian College in Barrie, Ontario, brings students into the classroom to teach them how to take an idea from pen, to paper, to pattern, to Perfection. Techniques taught in this course curriculum help produce fine tailors of the future. With a course directly imported from Le Grand Chic Italia, where clothes fit the body instead of the body fitting the clothes, instructor Maria Calautti opens the door to endless garment design.
The 2011 Project Catwalk held at the CreativFestival showcased Georgian College as one of 4 competing schools. Students designed a garment suitable to wear to the Royal Wedding for a style icon of their choice; ours was Marlene Dietrich. Her style was unquestionable and unwaveringly classic. Not only was she a wonderful actress, but she was also an accomplished seamstress, milliner and showgirl with a family background in fine jewellery, making every accessory of the utmost importance in every outfit she donned. Her interests included the violin, poetry and theatre. Marlene was known for her meticulous awareness of what her body language was saying down to the last detail. She was awarded the Medal of Freedom and the Legion d”honneur for her wartime work supporting the troops in WWII during which time she still made her own fashion statement even in full uniform.
This dupioni silk dress with touches of gold sparkle, embroidered silk hat, gold gloves and stretch taffeta fake fur trimmed coat, embodies every aspect of style Marlene herself would have chosen to wear to the royal wedding today. From head to toe to fingertip, this ensemble is as fluid as the iconic style Marlene was known for. Not shown, is a matching crystal ring with slivers of silk embedded in the stones. She loved when her gowns simply grazed the floor for that little touch of elegance and showmanship whilst maintaining her chic look and simplicity."
Marlene was quoted as saying,
“I dress for myself. Not for the image, not for the public, not for the fashion, not for men.”
At Georgian College, with the tools learned taking the European Pattern Drafting course created originally in Italy by Le Grand Chic Italia, one is able to bring any pattern to life for themselves or others with the perfect fit every time. Join us and see for yourself.
Contact us in Barrie at Georgian College to register for the course that will change how you look at fashion forever.
www.georgianc.on.ca
Phone 705-722-1511
THE FIRST LE GRAND CHIC ITALIA SCHOOL OF FASHION IN NORTH AMERICA! Located at 2240 Highway #11 in Oro-Medonte, just north of Barrie Ontario
705 487-2328
This is so very exciting to be the first Le Grand Chic Italia in North America! Students will get not only quality instruction but also the opportunity to receive an Italian diploma without ever leaving home! Once they finish the Georgian drafting and the Le Grand Chic Italia sewing courses they are on their way to an exciting future in garment making. At Le Grand Chic Italia we strive to create garments that fit the body, like our motto says "the clothes should fit the body, not the body fit the clothes".
Grading is as follows:
· Attendance 5%
· Punctuality in handing in completed work 5%
· Fit 45% - garment must fit body without any wrinkles or “rays”
· Workmanship 45% - seams must be straight without any puckering or pulling, hand stitching must be invisible, lines must be parallel or perpendicular to the floor when wearer is modeling garment
NOTE: Fit and workmanship go hand in hand when it comes to sewing a garment, therefore they are worth the same amount of marks. A good tailor MUST fit the wearer properly and know where and what to look for when making the adjustments on the paper as well as the garment itself.
Grading is as follows:
· Attendance 5%
· Punctuality in handing in completed work 5%
· Fit 45% - garment must fit body without any wrinkles or “rays”
· Workmanship 45% - seams must be straight without any puckering or pulling, hand stitching must be invisible, lines must be parallel or perpendicular to the floor when wearer is modeling garment
NOTE: Fit and workmanship go hand in hand when it comes to sewing a garment, therefore they are worth the same amount of marks. A good tailor MUST fit the wearer properly and know where and what to look for when making the adjustments on the paper as well as the garment itself.
REGISTER NOW FOR FALL COURSES AT GEORGIAN!
Course calendars will be out in August 2013, register early to avoid dissappointment.
This is soooooo exciting, students will be eligible to write the Italian exams once they have finished the pattern drafting and sewing sections of the program both are being held at Georgian College!
The programs will run concurrently and it will allow students to take the theory they learned in class and put into practice by creating the garments they have drafted. This program focuses on DRAFTING AND SEWING ONLY as they are the most important aspects of garment making. Students will learn how to cut, mark, baste, stitch and finish complete garments in addition to fully understanding how the lines on paper work on fabric by the time the course is finished students will be able to look at a picture or sketch and figure out how to create the design! These courses are designed to teach in depth garment creation.
This is soooooo exciting, students will be eligible to write the Italian exams once they have finished the pattern drafting and sewing sections of the program both are being held at Georgian College!
The programs will run concurrently and it will allow students to take the theory they learned in class and put into practice by creating the garments they have drafted. This program focuses on DRAFTING AND SEWING ONLY as they are the most important aspects of garment making. Students will learn how to cut, mark, baste, stitch and finish complete garments in addition to fully understanding how the lines on paper work on fabric by the time the course is finished students will be able to look at a picture or sketch and figure out how to create the design! These courses are designed to teach in depth garment creation.
Tools of the trade
Here is a picture of the "squares" used to create the beautiful garments seen on this website. Truly easy to use as they are all pre-marked, so all the draftsperson has to do is mark and go! For the tops we have our little "drafting 2-step". Starting with a right angle using the blue square mark 1, 2, 3, then slide down and mark 4, 5, 6, connect the dots and the base front is done! The added bonus is that personal measurements are used so the garment can't help but fit. Along the way students learn how to make adjustments for an even more perfect fit.
My mantra is
"there is no such thing as an imperfect body, only imperfect clothes"
"the clothes must fit the body, not the body fit the clothes"
The instruction book has step by step instruction on how to draft the patterns, complemented by the in class instruction and students really get a good grasp of pattern drafting for custom clothing.
Genvieve looking radiant! The shrug is removable, the train is also removable, so once the dance starts, she can have a beautiful party dress. To show respect to the Church, Genvieve chose a shrug to cover her shoulders and back, the dress itself is strapless, made with a built in bustier that not only keeps the dress secure but also shapes the soft tissue around the middle to a gorgeous hour-glass figure in the same manner as the Cynch It pants. The lace is hand beaded with crystals that are clear and sparkle when the light hits them. The hats were made by Meaghan Armstrong of Le Petit Chapeau in Barrie, Ontario.
To walk outside Genvieve had a cape that was wool on one side and shantung on the other, and was also lined with thinsulate in the middle for warmth. Her something old was a trim on the cape that was from 1973 that worked perfectly with the whole look!
Pictured below are both Genevieve and Maria in their creations that were made to measure, hand finished gowns. Maria's shawl is tied by threading one end through very large buttonholes that both rouched and fastened it in place.
To walk outside Genvieve had a cape that was wool on one side and shantung on the other, and was also lined with thinsulate in the middle for warmth. Her something old was a trim on the cape that was from 1973 that worked perfectly with the whole look!
Pictured below are both Genevieve and Maria in their creations that were made to measure, hand finished gowns. Maria's shawl is tied by threading one end through very large buttonholes that both rouched and fastened it in place.
dresses by Maria Calautti, created with the Le Grand Chic pattern drafting method
IMAGINE CREATING YOUR OWN PERSONAL DESIGNS THAT ACTUALLY FIT!
Isn't this AMAZING?! Created in only 3 days a reversable cape, LUX the boot covers, an assymetrical dress with embellishments and a hat!!!! How great are the students! This year's Project Catwalk entry garments. Look out next year, here we come!!!
Project Catwalk
The students are in full gear preparing for Project Catwalk next week, very excited about the challenge! They have some GREAT ideas! This is kind of like baptism by fire for them, they are getting a crash course on how to draft tops, considering that they have only had THREE CLASSES on skirts only........ I think they are doing a FANTASTIC job so far! Keep you posted with any new developments.
Le Grand Chic Italia has perfected this pattern drafting technique over the past 50+ years virtually eliminating most mathematical calculations! European Pattern Drafting Course starts September 29, 2010 in the Design and visual arts department, it's a part time course so very flexible. If you have no sewing knowledge or experience the preparatory course Learn to Sew is for you, a 4 week course (once weekly) that will give you the foundation necessary to continue on to the pattern drafting course.
European Pattern Drafting course is now a "Recognition of Successful Completion" certificate course consisting of 6 modules and the Learn to Sew for beginners. By the end you will have the ability to draft and sew or alter garments professionally for yourself, your family or for a business. For more information go to www.georgianc.on.ca in the continuing education section under Design and visual arts. Spaces are limited so sign up early!
For the very first time part-time students have been invited to compete in Project Catwalk at the Creativ Needlework Festival in Toronto and the Georgian students are it! This a great opportunity to show what we can do and that we are truly a contender when it comes to designing and fitting garments. The flat pattern drafting technique has been used for decades in Europe where the best fitting garments come from. Students start by learning how to take measurements and working with those numbers to create their designs that will ultimately have a perfect fit. They will also be taught tricks of the trade to professionally finish their creations so they can wear them with pride.
Maria Calautti is the instructor and creator of the "Cynch It" pants. A brand new pant design created specifically for women who want to eliminate the rolls around the mid-section! They are anatomically correct for good posture, helping you stand a little more straight and sit up properly, also no more "muffin top"! Pants are for sale in stores across Canada, go in and ask for them by name, try a pair on and see for yourself the difference they make in your silouhette, best of all they are all Canadian made! In the Simcoe County area "Cynch It" pants are currently available at Kelly's Klothing in Orillia.
For more information contact mcalautti@georgianc.on.ca or wmoosang@georgianc.on.ca
European Pattern Drafting course is now a "Recognition of Successful Completion" certificate course consisting of 6 modules and the Learn to Sew for beginners. By the end you will have the ability to draft and sew or alter garments professionally for yourself, your family or for a business. For more information go to www.georgianc.on.ca in the continuing education section under Design and visual arts. Spaces are limited so sign up early!
For the very first time part-time students have been invited to compete in Project Catwalk at the Creativ Needlework Festival in Toronto and the Georgian students are it! This a great opportunity to show what we can do and that we are truly a contender when it comes to designing and fitting garments. The flat pattern drafting technique has been used for decades in Europe where the best fitting garments come from. Students start by learning how to take measurements and working with those numbers to create their designs that will ultimately have a perfect fit. They will also be taught tricks of the trade to professionally finish their creations so they can wear them with pride.
Maria Calautti is the instructor and creator of the "Cynch It" pants. A brand new pant design created specifically for women who want to eliminate the rolls around the mid-section! They are anatomically correct for good posture, helping you stand a little more straight and sit up properly, also no more "muffin top"! Pants are for sale in stores across Canada, go in and ask for them by name, try a pair on and see for yourself the difference they make in your silouhette, best of all they are all Canadian made! In the Simcoe County area "Cynch It" pants are currently available at Kelly's Klothing in Orillia.
For more information contact mcalautti@georgianc.on.ca or wmoosang@georgianc.on.ca
