START MAKING WHAT YOU WANT TO WEAR
We'll help you get started and learn clothes making in a nurturing way; trust the process and have fun. You'll learn by taking action, making mistakes and being kind to yourself. You'll see progress from module to module as you grow your confidence and skill level. If you take action, success is guaranteed!
CLOTHES MAKING MAGIC
• T-SHIRTS
• JUMPERS & HOODIES
• CARDIGANS & KIMONOS
• BOXY SHIRTS
• JACKETS & COATS
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"Courses are wonderfully organised, breaking down complex sewing projects into manageable, step-by-step videos. I love how I can work at my own pace and can always go back to some lessons if I need to.
But my favourite thing is how Elizaveta 'normalises' mistakes and shows how to fix them. She doesn't just ignore these slip-ups during her videos; she actually shows you how to fix them or what to do if you don’t have enough fabric, for example. This approach has been a game-changer for me because it not only teaches you how to sort out your mistakes but also helps you see that making mistakes is a NORMAL part of the process. It made a huge difference in my sewing journey. And also, whether you want it or not, you start becoming much more creative."
You will learn
How to work with your measurements
No matter your body size, you will learn how to make clothes that fit YOU
How to draft simple boxy patterns
You will be blown away how straight-forward and easy pattern-making can be
How to design & sew everyday tops
Work with woven & knit fabrics, design and make anything from a t-shirt to a jacket
Sign up to Arkdefo's Flagship Course
Choose a package that works best for your needs and your budget
£260 (or 3 x £90)
SILVER
TIME LIMITED SELF LEARNING
• 6 months access to the course
• acces to student community
£350 (or 3 x £125)
GOLD
ENHANCED TIME LIMITED SELF LEARNING
• 6 months access to the course
• access to student community
• free fabric guilde
• free style guide (RRP £260)
• free pockets course (RRP £80)
£440 (or 3 x £150)
PLATINUM
LIFE TIME ACCESS & TEACHER'S SUPPORT
• Life time access to the course
• Life time access to the student community
• Free fabric guide
• Free style guide (RRP £260)
• Free pockets course (RRP £80)
• Life time access to free sewing course
• Q&A on demand
• Future lessons free
Set yourself free from ready patterns, create your own
YOU ARE A DESIGNER
No limits - design what you want to wear
Choose fabrics & colours - no compromises!
Make anything from a t-shirt to a lined jacket
* image for ideas purpose only - you'll design any patterns you like :)
COURSE CONTENTS
ALL LESSONS ARE AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY AFTER PURCHASE
MODULE 1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Welcome to the course
1.2 Tools you'll need for the course
1.3 Free tools checklist from Arkdefo
1.4 Cm to Inch conversion table
1.5 How to take your measurements
MODULE 2. BOXY TOP PATTERN
2.1 What is a boxy top pattern
2.2 What is the logic behind boxy top pattern
2.3 How to make a boxy top pattern with your measurements
2.4 Understand construction of a boxy top
2.5 Making a test top to check the fit & correct the pattern
MODULE 3. DESIGN & SEW NECKLINES
3.1 How to design different necklines
3.2 Woven necklines: what is facing
3.3 How to sew a facing to the neckline
3.4 V-neck (woven fabrics)
3.5 Crew neck (knit fabrics)
3.6 V-neck (knit fabrics)
MODULE 4. DESIGN & SEW A BOXY COTTON TOP
4.1 Garment construction for a boxy top
4.2 Woven top pattern + cutting fabric
4.3 How to make a bias tape
4.4 Bias tape facing
4.5 Sewing a simple boxy top
MODULE 5. DESIGN & SEW A JERSEY T-SHIRT
5.1 Pattern for a V-neck t-shirt
5.2 How to cut jersey fabric
5.3 How to sew knits with a domestic sewing machine
5.4 How to sew a neat V-neck with jersey fabric
5.5 How to finish off a jersey top
MODULE 6. DESIGN & SEW AN OVERSIZED T-SHIRT
6.1 Draft a pattern for an oversized t-shirt
6.2 How to add a sleeve
6.3 How to sew a t-shirt neckline with the same fabric
6.4 Simple way to finish jersey hems
MODULE 7. DESIGN & SEW LONG SLEEVE BOXY TOP
7.1 How to design a pattern for a long sleeve top
7.2 Draft a pattern for a long sleeve top
7.3 How to design a boat neckline
7.4 How to adjust your pattern to the cut of fabric you have
7.5 How to work with striped fabrics
7.6 How to cut & sew striped fabric
MODULE 8. DESIGN & SEW A HOODIE
8.1 How to design a hoodie
8.2 How to design a pattern with raglan sleeve
8.3 How to make a pattern for a hood
8.4 How to sew a hood
8.5 How to sew a pretty hood-lace-hole
8.6 How to sew a lined hood
8.7 How to attach a hood to the neckline
8.9 How to sew cuffs to a hoodie
MODULE 9. DESIGN & SEW A KIMONO
9.1 How to make a kimono pattern
9.2 How to make a pattern for kimono facing
9.3 How to sew facing to the kimono opening
9.4 How to sew a jersey cardigan
MODULE 10. DESIGN & SEW A BOXY SHIRT
10.1 How to make a top pattern with a button stand
10.2 How to make a straight-band collar pattern
10.3 How to make a pattern for a long boxy shirt with slits
10.4 How to sew a collar to the shirt
10.5 How to sew facings to the curvy hem
10.6 How to add shoulder straps to a sleeve
10.7 Sewing side seams, facings, button stands and a collar
10.8 Finishing sleeves with the bias tape
10.9 Sewing button-holes & buttons
MODULE 11. DESIGN A SEW A ZIPPED JACKET
11.1 Making a pattern for a hooded parka
11.2 French seams for waxed cotton jacket
11.3 Adding pockets to the lined jacket
11.4 Inserting a zip into the lined jacket
11.5 Connecting lining to the to jacket
11.6 Making a lined hood with buttons
11.7 Connecting a hood to the parka
FULL ROADMAP TO CLOTHESMAKING
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ELIZAVETA BENNETT
Even though I have been designing and making clothes since I was a little girl, it took me a while to turn my vision & passion into a career. I understand clothes making inside out and I know how to explain it to you so that you get your "a-ha" moment too. I want you to start, not to be perfect. I want you to see progress, one step at a time. I want you to feel good about your new skill and your body. And more than anything, I want you to have fun <3