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PARIS COAT-ALONG Saturday 21st Jan 10.30am - 3pm UK time

PARIS COAT-ALONG Saturday 21st Jan 10.30am - 3pm UK time

$69.00

DRAFT A COAT PATTERN WITH ALICE

Coat making is one of the most satisfying sewing projects - and not nearly as difficult as you might think! This one is inspired by a recent trip to Paris.

Saturday 21st January
10.30am - 3.00pm UK time
via Zoom

 

THE DESIGN
This coat is a semi fitted design with lots of options for personalisation. It fits neatly through the shoulders and chest and then has more or less fullness through the waist and hips according to your desires. We will be working from the bodice and sleeve block provided with the course and extending it to make any length from a hip grazing jacket to a floor sweeping maxi!
 
THE SILHOUETTE
  • triangular ‘A’ line,
  • rectangular and boxy
  • curvy and waisted
THE SLEEVES
A two piece sleeve with 3 sleeve/ armhole combinations:
  • classic
  • loose easy fit
  • pleated or puffed
THE DETAILS
  • a pointed or rounded collar
  • as many pockets as you desire
  • whatever else you wish to add!
THE INSIDES
We will draft facings and a lining.
 
This is primarily a pattern drafting class, however we will discuss and demonstrate a range of making up and finishing techniques.

 

HOW THE CLASS WORKS

The class will take place as a video meeting via Zoom so you can interact and ask questions along the way. Once you sign up for the class you will receive a download which includes all the details of how to join the class. On the morning of the class you will also receive a direct link to join the class. Please note that you will need to be subscribed up to our newsletter in order to receive emails from us (there is a checkbox when you sign up for the class)

The download also includes a block/sloper to print and prepare in advance of the class (more details below). Working from this block you will draft along with Alice in real time and have a pattern ready to use by the end of the class. 

The class will be recorded so you can go over it in your own time.

THE BLOCK/SLOPER

The block/sloper for this class consists of a bodice and sleeve. It’s based on the Telestia system we always use for our patterns to ensure a good fit for most figures.

The size range is UK 6 to 26. The grade is 3 dimensional which means that the bust dart increases in size with the bust circumference. 

The block is downloadable as a pdf in paper sizes A4 and US letter for home printing. You will also get an A0 file if you prefer to use a professional printer. We recommend Patternsy in the UK.

This block will form the basis for the coat styles we will draft in this class and will also be invaluable for future designs. 

*Please note if you are already a member of our BEHIND THE SEAMS: ALL ACCESS course you will already have this block and should have received an email with a special discount!

 

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

      For the drafting session:

      • Some large pieces of paper – pattern cutting paper if you have it but otherwise newspaper or a roll of brown paper.
      • A tape measure (we draft in metric, so if you’re more used to inches, a dual tape-measure will be handy - or we can help you to convert along the way)
      • Ruler
      • Pencil
      • Sticky tape
      • Paper scissors
      • Pattern master/French curve if you have one
      To make up your coat:
      • FABRIC - approx 3m - we will help you will fabric suggestions and where to buy.
      • Interfacing - 1.5m - medium weight
      • Buttons/fastening of your choice

      How to download your Alice & Co Pattern

      Alice & Co patterns are provided in three different page formats and are designed to be printed in colour.

      Once you have purchased your pattern you will be given a download link. This will also be emailed to you so don't worry if you don't want to download it straight away! 

      The download will consist of a zip file containing 4 separate PDF files:

      1x Pattern Instructions
      3x Patterns in A0, A4 and US Letter sizes  

      *Please make sure you read the following instructions carefully before printing!*

      For A4/US Letter: it is vital to make sure your pattern prints at full scale or the sizing will not be correct. Your print settings should be set to 'full scale', '100%', 'actual size' or equivalent according to your printer software.

      There are two test squares on the first page of every pattern: a 5cm and a 2" square.

      Print only this page first and check your square measures up, before printing the rest of the pattern.

      For A0 copy shop: follow the instructions given by your chosen copy shop. Services are also available online - we recommend Patternsy - who print on lightweight tissue paper with very speedy delivery to anywhere in the world! Once you have purchased your pattern from us, simply click on the link above to go to their website and follow the steps to upload your pattern. 

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      Comment télécharger votre patron Alice & Co Pattern

      Les patrons d'Alice & Co patterns sont fournis dans trois formats de page différents et sont conçus pour être imprimés en couleur.

      Une fois que vous aurez acheté votre patron, vous obtiendrez un lien de téléchargement. Celui-ci vous sera également envoyé par e-mail, donc ne vous inquiétez pas si vous ne souhaitez pas le télécharger immédiatement !

      Le téléchargement consistera en un fichier zip contenant 4 fichiers PDF distincts :

      1x Instructions pour le patron

      3x Patrons dans les formats A0, A4 et US Letter  

      *Lisez attentivement les instructions qui suivent avant d’imprimer votre patron !*

      POUR LES FORMATS A4 / US LETTER : il est indispensable d’imprimer votre patron à 100%, sinon la taille ne sera pas correcte. Vos paramètres d'impression doivent être "pleine échelle" "100%", "taille réelle" ou un paramètre équivalent selon votre logiciel d'impression.

      Il y a deux carrés de test sur la première page de chaque patron : un carré de 5 cm et un carré de 2 pouces. N'imprimez d'abord que cette page et vérifiez que votre carré est bien à la bonne taille, avant d'imprimer le reste du patron.

      POUR LE FORMAT A0 : suivez les instructions données par votre imprimeur. Des services sont également disponibles en ligne.