Learn Fabric Smocking Design!

About this course

n this course, you will learn how to create step by step 3-dimensional, structured and simply beautiful smocked fabrics. As your teacher, I will show you all the tools and materials, that you need in order to master this class. You will learn how to hand-stitch a whole range of smocking patterns. Together we will start with the Arrow pattern, then the Basket, Flower, Diamond, Honeycomb and Lozenge.The goal of this masterclass is to teach you the whole process of fabric smocking, including drawing grids and patterns. During this course you will create your own smocking sample book, you will see beautiful inspirations and learn how to apply these techniques to fashion and accessories design projects.WHAT YOU WILL GET• Instant and unlimited access to this Fabric Smocking Masterclass• Downloadable templates• PDF coursebooks for every chapter• 13 exclusive step by step informational videos (over 3h)• Exclusive access to our designer community• An insider view on troubleshooting mistakes when they come up• Additional support from Dominika inside the online community• Videos in English audio (with optional polish subtitles)• The ability to learn online anytime and at your own paceWHAT YOU NEEDNo previous skills are necessary to master this course. You don’t need any fabric design, machine sewing and patternmaking skills. During this course, we will only hand-stitch. The only thing you really need is the eagerness to learn something new and exciting!In terms of materials and tools, you will need fabric (around 2m of fabric without any prints), needles for hand-sewing, thread, scissors, tailor's chalk, a ruler and a meter.

Course objectives

• provide a comprehensive understanding of fabric smocking techniques
• equip students with the necessary skills to apply smocking in design projects