Pattern drafting - Developing Your Trouser Block
Have you created your own trouser block and not sure what to do with it next?
Would you like to learn how to use your trouser block to adapt commercial sewing patterns?
Would you like to adapt your block to design your own trousers?
Take your trouser-making skills to the next level in this focused, hands-on workshop designed for sewists who have already created their own personalised trouser block.
In this one day class, you'll:
✅ Adapt your block into a custom trouser style — think tapered, wide-leg, pleated, or elasticated waist
✅ Explore key design details like pockets, waistbands, and fastenings
✅ Begin testing your design in calico to master fit and proportion
✅ Learn how to design for your unique body shape for comfort and style
✅ Get expert support and guidance throughout the entire process
By the end of the day, you'll have a developed trouser pattern and a partially tested toile — ready for refinement and final garment construction at home.
You can also learn how to use your trouser block to adaot commercial sewing patterns.
Upcoming dates:
Saturday 1st August 2026 9.30am-4.30pm
Friday 21st May 2027 9.30am-4.30pm
Friday 12th November 2027 9.30am-4.30pm
Please note:
- This class is ideal for intermediate sewists looking to deepen their pattern-cutting skills and explore custom trouser design in a creative, supportive environment.
- Class sizes for pattern drafting classes are set to a maximum of 6 students. This means more space in the studio for students and more individual time with the tutor.
Have you created your own trouser block and not sure what to do with it next?
Would you like to learn how to use your trouser block to adapt commercial sewing patterns?
Would you like to adapt your block to design your own trousers?
Take your trouser-making skills to the next level in this focused, hands-on workshop designed for sewists who have already created their own personalised trouser block.
In this one day class, you'll:
✅ Adapt your block into a custom trouser style — think tapered, wide-leg, pleated, or elasticated waist
✅ Explore key design details like pockets, waistbands, and fastenings
✅ Begin testing your design in calico to master fit and proportion
✅ Learn how to design for your unique body shape for comfort and style
✅ Get expert support and guidance throughout the entire process
By the end of the day, you'll have a developed trouser pattern and a partially tested toile — ready for refinement and final garment construction at home.
You can also learn how to use your trouser block to adaot commercial sewing patterns.
Upcoming dates:
Saturday 1st August 2026 9.30am-4.30pm
Friday 21st May 2027 9.30am-4.30pm
Friday 12th November 2027 9.30am-4.30pm
Please note:
- This class is ideal for intermediate sewists looking to deepen their pattern-cutting skills and explore custom trouser design in a creative, supportive environment.
- Class sizes for pattern drafting classes are set to a maximum of 6 students. This means more space in the studio for students and more individual time with the tutor.
Further Information
- Learn how to adapt your block into a specific trouser style (e.g. tapered, wide-leg, pleated, or elasticated waist)
- Explore key design features such as pockets, waistbands, and fastening options
- Begin testing your design in calico to refine fit and proportions
- Gain insight into how to work with your unique body shape to create flattering, comfortable trousers
- Receive expert guidance and support throughout the design process
Level 5 - Advanced Dressmaker - Please click here to read the description of this level to ensure it is suited to you
There is some maths/working with numbers involved in this class related to your measurements. A calculator/smart phone with calculator on it will be useful.
- Use of specialised measuring tools and equipment
- Full use of sewing machines and sewing tools
- Dot and cross dressmakers pattern paper
- Calico fabric for making a toile
- Tea/coffee and biscuits
- 10% off full priced fabrics purchased at g&g on the day of your course
A calculator or your phone that has a calculator on.
Please bring a packed lunch or visit some of the lovely local cafes during your 30 minute lunch break.
Emma Smith
Emma started sewing as a young girl using scraps from her mum’s dressmaking to makes dolls clothes.
She developed that love through needlework class at school, and fashion and textiles courses at college and University, after which she spent time working in the garment making industry.
She now works as a freelance sewing tutor and loves sharing her passion with others, as well as finding time to sew most of her own clothes – she has the motto “if I can make it I can’t buy it”!
On the rare occasions she’s outside of the sewing room Emma endeavours to stay fit and healthy by running and training in a local gym.
