Welcome to the introductory video of Dressmaking: The Easy Guide! I'm Helen Rhiannon, your instructor for this course. I have a passion for creating beautiful dresses, and love to share my experience by teaching and running sewing workshops. As an award-winning designer and best-selling author, I am thrilled to share my knowledge and expertise with you. Throughout this online course, I will guide you on the exciting journey of dressmaking, helping you develop new skills and find your creativity.

In this video, we will explore why I created this digital course and outline what you can expect to learn. Our main objective is to provide you with the essential tools and techniques needed to master the art of dressmaking confidently. This online sewing course is designed to cater to all levels, whether you are a beginner looking to start your sewing journey or an experienced maker aiming to refine your skills. By the end of these video-based lessons, you will feel empowered to create garments that fit your unique self and express your style through the clothes you make and wear.

As you progress through the online classes, you will become familiar with the pattern sheets that are a key component of this course. These sheets are designed to help you understand the construction of different garments and guide you through the cutting and sewing process. Additionally, we will delve into the details of my book, Dressmaking: The Easy Guide, the foundation of this course. This comprehensive resource will be your go-to manual for mastering dressmaking techniques and exploring a variety of sewing projects.

Get ready to embark on this creative journey with me, and let's dive into the world of dressmaking together!

Lesson Summary

After discovering her passion for creating clothes in secondary school, Helen Rhiannon pursued a career in fashion design, specializing in 1950s-inspired dressmaking. She now shares her expertise by teaching sewing skills and offering workshops.

• Running workshops in sewing and dressmaking from her studio in South Wales since 2010.
• Founded All Sewn Up Wales to teach her favorite projects and inspire others.
• Published a dressmaking book for individuals at all skill levels to start their own dressmaking journey.

With a focus on pattern cutting, the book covers essential design features like sleeves, necklines, collars, and pockets. It also provides physical patterns for creating a well-fitted block, necessary for the video course that complements the book's content.

• The book includes discount vouchers for the online purchase.
• The video course bridges the gap between the book and practical workshops, offering clear instructions.
• Students can learn to adapt patterns, create unique garments, and develop tailoring skills.

Additionally, students will receive pattern sheets inside the book for various garment elements. These sheets help understand garment construction, cutting, and sewing, enabling the creation of a versatile wardrobe of separates and dresses.

• The video lessons facilitate adapting commercial patterns to personal fit preferences.
• Students can rewind and rewatch video lessons at their pace, mastering various dressmaking techniques.
• Future plans include writing a trouser book and exploring advanced dressmaking techniques.

Helen Rhiannon's expertise, combined with her book and video course, aims to empower learners to create garments that fit their unique style and express their creativity through dressmaking.