- NEXT LONDON MASTERCLASSES RUNNING FROM 10-11MAY2025 : see you then -

CORSET SEWING MASTERCLASS LONDON

£599.00 - £865.00

In this Summer Special masterclass you will learn how to sew a classic corset over 2 consecutive Saturdays
OR
2 consecutive days

Learn step by step how to create a classic steel boned corset that can be used for Stage /Film or for Evening & Bridal Wear/ High Fashion.

During this intensive 2day corsetry masterclass you will get expert tuition in the art of corset making.
Choose from a classic victorian/edwardian corset pattern OR a cupped corset

We recommend to book the 2 consecutive Saturdays option , if you like to catch up with any sewing or add decorations during the week in your own time.

DATES: IN PERSON
26JULY + 2AUGUST 2025 London studio 10-5pm
or
2+3 AUGUST 2025 London studio 10-5pm

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN IN THIS MASTERCLASS:
-what fabrics to choose for professional corsetry making
-what boning works best
-how to insert boning to the corset
-what stitches to choose
-corset front fastening (optional)
-corset back fastening options
-how to fit the corset
etc

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
-you should be confident with sewing to get most from this masterclass-

All specialist materials,sewing machines and tools will be provided in the London classroom:
Students can choose from a range of fabrics,laces and decorations in the classroom and are encouraged to create their individual styles. You can bring along your own decorations or fabrics.
Please let us know if you like to bring along your own sewing machine.

WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE:
- a corset pattern
- all quality corsetry supplies that you will need in the classroom:
- specialist fabrics / tapes/ binding
- decorations such as laces & lacing
- a corset made by you

Outline of this masterclass :
- Introduction
- corsetry overview from past to modern
- fabric overview: what fabrics to choose
- start cutting your chosen fabrics
- start sewing your corset
- corset boning overview : what boning works best
- how to insert boning to the corset
- fitting and altering corset/bodice if needed
- continue sewing your corset
- edging the corset
- adding eyelets or any other fasteners
- any decorations / embellishment methods (only during 3day masterclass)

Classes are deliberately small with a maximum of 5 students only .

For complex styles such as the cup corset or lace decorations and other embellishments on your corset, we strongly suggest to book the 3 day masterclass.
You can easily prepare from home during the week for the next and final session if you are behind.

Sewing machines from the classroom can be rented throughout the week.
(please let us know in advance )

If you are visiting from abroad you might be prefer the 2 consecutive day option

REFUNDS
We are sure you will love this online session and your sewing kit.
If you are unable to join, please tell us in advance and we will transfer you to a future session whenever possible.
Unfortunately we do not offer any refunds for classes , downloaded patterns, sent sewing kits or missed online sessions.

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