Garment Construction Courses and Certifications

Copy Your Clothes: Pattern Making (Live Online)

370 ratings at CourseHorse

Unlock the skills to recreate your favorite garments in our hands-on workshop.

• CourseHorse
• 12 hours
• Self-Paced
• $375.00

The Museum of Modern Art Career Certificate

Fashion As Design

18 ratings at Coursera

Explore fashion's evolution from the 20th century to today, examining garments as design objects, tools for expression, and community builders through expert insights.

• Coursera
• 4 weeks, 10 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course
• 3 courses

The Museum of Modern Art

Fashion as Design: Craft and Sustainability

Gain insights into fashion production processes, industry sustainability challenges, and methods for extending garment lifecycles through craft techniques.

• Coursera
• 7 hours 8 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

The Museum of Modern Art

Fashion as Design: Expression and Community

Explore how clothing shapes identity and community through garments that express individuality, create social bonds, and influence cultural trends from the 20th century to today.

• Coursera
• 6 hours 28 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Bernadette Banner

Comparing Modern and Victorian Corsets - Debunking Misconceptions and Analyzing Comfort

Explore the differences between modern and Victorian corsets, debunking myths and examining construction, fit, and comfort for various body types. Learn about historical context and societal perceptions.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Bernadette Banner

Making a Victorian Corset from 1890s Symington Pattern - Part 2

Detailed tutorial on creating a Victorian-era corset using an 1890s pattern, covering cutting, assembly, and decorative techniques like flossing and lace application.

• YouTube
• 40 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

BHC-006 Fashion, Textiles, Product Development and Merchandising

Explore the fashion and textile industry, from fiber to final product. Gain skills in merchandising, product development, quality evaluation, and apparel marketing for careers in fashion and retail.

• Swayam
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

BHC-006 Fashion, Textiles, Product Development and Mercandising

Explore the fashion and textile industry, from fiber to final product. Gain skills in merchandising, product development, quality evaluation, and apparel marketing to prepare for careers in fashion and retail.

• Swayam
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

BFDI-072: Basics of Pattern Making and Sewing

Learn essential pattern making and sewing skills for fashion design, including body measurements, drafting techniques, machine handling, and garment construction. Develop practical expertise through hands-on activities and projects.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Zhejiang Sci-Tech University

Draping for Fashion Design

Do you want to be a creative fashion designer？ Welcome to the draping class. Learn how to use a pair of scissors, a box of pins and a piece of fabric to create the garment style you want. Fashion draping, your design dream starts here.

• XuetangX
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Zhejiang Sci-Tech University

Foundation of Draping for Fashion Design

Master essential draping techniques for fashion design, from basic bodices and skirts to advanced collars and variations. Develop practical skills in fabric manipulation, pattern creation, and industrial sample room procedures.

• XuetangX
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

EFLU;  CEC

Apparel Designing

Comprehensive overview of apparel design, covering elements, principles, techniques, and cultural aspects. Develop creative skills in fashion drawing, garment construction, and CAD, while exploring Indian designers and traditional textiles.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Appliqué Your Knits With Machine Embroidery

Get a handle on tricky knits and learn expert tips for embroidering flawless appliqués!

• Craftsy
• 1 hour 42 minutes
• Self-Paced
• $39.00

Tailoring the Classic Blazer

Modern styling meets Old-World tailoring techniques as you sew an heirloom-quality blazer with high-end details that even the most seasoned sewers will...

• Craftsy
• 4 hours 33 minutes
• Self-Paced
• $39.00

Patternmaking + Design: Creative Necklines

Beautiful necklines and finishing details are the mark of an excellent patternmaker. Learn to draft an array of flattering necklines and finishing...

• Craftsy
• 5 hours 53 minutes
• Self-Paced
• $39.00