Dressmaking Courses and Certifications

Couture Dressmaking Techniques

Elevate the beauty and longevity of every garment you sew. Learn couture dressmaking fundamentals with School of Sewing founder Alison Smith.

• Craftsy
• 2 hours 57 minutes
• Self-Paced
• $39.00

Bernadette Banner

Traditional Chinese Dressmaking Techniques - 1930s Qipao

Discover traditional Chinese dressmaking techniques as Claire Zhang demonstrates the creation of a 1930s Qipao, from making Jiàng Hú starch and bias trim to crafting buttons and achieving the perfect fit.

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

Sewing Vintage: The Flirty Day Dress

Master vintage sewing techniques and design details as you create a classic dress that's customized to complement your figure. Note: Pattern not included.

• Craftsy
• 4 hours 24 minutes
• Self-Paced
• $39.00

The Couture Dress

From creating a muslin to adjusting fit and hand-stitching hems, couturier Susan Khalje guides you step-by-step through couture sewing techniques...

• Craftsy
• 7 hours 44 minutes
• Self-Paced
• $39.00

Sew With Me: Easy Stretch Dress

Sew along with fashion designer Joi Mahon and create a stylish and comfortable dress.

• Craftsy
• 36 minutes
• Self-Paced
• $39.00

Startup Project: Sew the Flirty Dress

Everything you need to sew with confidence. Note: Pattern not included.

• Craftsy
• 2 hours 49 minutes
• Self-Paced
• $39.00

Learn to Sew: Shift Dress

Learn how to sew a dress from start to finish! Build a foundation for beautiful garment construction with techniques that transfer to all your projects...

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

The Perfect Wrap Knit Dress

Customize and sew a seasonless wrap knit dress on your home sewing machine. Add design details you love to create a wardrobe staple with irresistible style. Note: Pattern not included.

• Craftsy
• 1 hour 58 minutes
• Self-Paced
• $39.00

Bernadette Banner

Making a Dark Fantasy Gown in One Week - A Complete Sewing Tutorial

Experience the step-by-step creation of a dramatic dark fantasy gown, from fabric selection through draping, binding, and embellishment, culminating in a stunning formal ensemble perfect for mystical events.

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

Bernadette Banner

Designing and Testing a Historically-Inspired Gown

Discover the meticulous process of creating a historical gown through hand-sewing techniques, from initial design concepts to final construction testing and pattern development.

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

Bernadette Banner

Using 18th Century Corsetry to Drape a Flowy Gown - The Harvest Moon Dress

Discover how to blend 18th-century corsetry techniques with modern draping to create an elegant harvest moon-inspired gown through detailed hand-sewing demonstrations and historical dressmaking methods.

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

Fashion Draping: Dressmaking Basics

You are an individual; your clothing should be unique. Learn fashion draping from designer Paul Gallo and create your own dress patterns for an...

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

Bernadette Banner

Making an 1895 Walking Skirt Using Period Drafting Methods

Learn to create an authentic 1895 walking skirt using period-accurate drafting techniques. Discover historical sewing methods and gain insights into Victorian fashion construction.

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

Bernadette Banner

Creating a Lacy Edwardian Skirt Using Period Sewing Techniques

Learn to create an authentic lacy Edwardian skirt using period-accurate sewing techniques. Discover the intricacies of historical garment construction and lace application.

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

Bernadette Banner

Creating an 1890s-Style Moulin Rouge Dress - Historical Sewing Tutorial

Discover the art of creating an authentic 1890s-style Moulin Rouge dress through traditional Victorian sewing techniques, from intricate beadwork to corsetry details and historical seam finishing methods.

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