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Female Bodice Sloper 101

This foundational course is ideal for designers, sewists, and patternmakers looking to build strong technical skills. In this hands-on class, students will learn how to create a basic female bodice sloper using traditional draping techniques on a dress form.

Class Details

  • Duration: 2 weeks (Saturdays January 31st and February 7th from 10am to 2pm. (4 hours each session))
  • Perfect For: Those who want to learn basic patternamking
  • Class Size: Minimum 4/Maximum 6 students, Classes with fewer than 4 enrolled students will be rescheduled
  • Age Group: Flexible - all ages welcome
  • Learn: Understanding the basics of designing and making a female bodice
Session 1 – Draping & Pattern Transfer
Duration: 4 hours
Focus: Students will learn how to:
Topics Covered:• Drape a basic bodice sloper on a dress form
• Take and mark measurements directly on the dress form • Remove the draped muslin and transfer it to pattern paper • Balance the pattern, match seams, and add seam allowances • Adjust the sloper for different body sizes and shapes
Homework Assignment: Homework will be assigned to cut and sew the completed sloper between sessions.
Session 2 – Fitting & Refinement
Duration: 4 hours
Focus: During the second session, the instructor will review each student’s homework, provide corrections, and refine the fit.
Topics Covered:
• Individual fittings will be conducted for each student, as fitting is a critical part of professional patternmaking • Each student will leave with a customized bodice sloper adjusted to their personal measurements • If time allows, additional instruction will be provided, including basic sloper manipulations

Professional Skills You'll Master

Sewing Machine Mastery
Fabric Understanding
Drafting a Custom Female Bodice Sloper
Ready-To-Wear Fit
Taking Measurements
Garment Construction

Professional Pattern Portfolio

Create a complete collection of custom patterns

Female Bodice Sloper 101

Professional bodice and sleeve pattern development
Master the foundation patterns that all garments are built from

Materials

  • Notebook & Pencil
  • Pin cushion & pins
  • Measuring tape
  • Tracing wheel
  • Clear 2” ruler
  • Armhole curve
  • Tracing paper
  • Pattern weights (2)
  • Muslin & marker paper (Available for purchase at DFM)

Cancellation Policy

72 hours' notice required to cancel your enrollment in the class.

Once the class has started, we can no longer offer refunds.

All classes will be recorded. If you miss a class or need to practice at home, you may request the recording.

Registration & Confirmation

• Students must sign up and pay on the DFM website at least 3 business days prior to the class

• Confirmation or cancellation announcements will be posted on DFM Facebook or Instagram by Friday evening before the Saturday class Questions? Email: ketiteacher1@gmail.com

  • Question
    What is the Course Name?
    Answer
    FEMALE BODICE SLOPER 101
  • Question
    How Long is the Course?
    Answer
    8 hours total (4 hours each session)
  • Question
    How Often are the Classes?
    Answer
    4 hour each on Saturdays from 10 am to 2 pm
  • Question
    What is the Price?
    Answer
    $ 368 total ($46 per hour)
  • Question
    Is there any Lab Hours?
    Answer
    8 hours – free lab hours
  • Question
    Is the Course Available Online?
    Answer
    No
  • Question
    How big is each Group?
    Answer
    4 students minimum
  • Question
    What is the Cancellation Policy?
    Answer
    72 - hour notice required
  • Question
    Start Date
    Answer
    January 31st and February 7th, 2026
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1642 S Parker Rd, unit 303, Denver, 80231


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