What Is Designer Development?

Designer Development is a fully customized, 1-on-1 mentorship experience for fashion creatives who want more than just tutorials. Whether you're a beginner with big ideas or a seasoned sewist looking to grow your skills, I help you build the skills, structure, and confidence to achieve your goals.

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Subjects Covered, but are not limited to: 

• Learning sewing basics

• How to alter or mend your garments and sewing patterns

• Learning a specialty sewing technique 

• Step-by-step instructions for your project

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Pattern Making Lessons 

Want to learn to draft patterns from scratch, how to alter patterns, or make a "copy" pattern of one of your favorite garments? I offer individual lessons in-person in the Richmond, VA area or via Zoom, where we can walk you through drafting and help you become a pattern-making master. 

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Subjects Covered, but are not limited to: 

• Learning pattern-making basics 

• Drafting a pattern to fit your measurements 

• How to make fit adjustments to sewing patterns

• How to pattern home goods and accessories 

• How to "clone" your favorite garment 

• Drafting patterns for a capsule wardrobe 

• Whatever fun project you can think up!