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Pattern Hacking

Create Custom-Fitted Patterns — the Smart, Professional Way

Every couture project starts with a pattern — but only the best dressmakers know how to make it their own.
This masterclass unlocks the secrets of Pattern Hacking, a professional method that allows you to create perfectly fitted garments using a tested Master Pattern as your base.

Instead of redrawing from scratch, you’ll learn to adapt, reshape, and resize existing patterns for any body type or design idea — saving hours of work and achieving flawless results every time.

ABOUT THIS COURSE

Pattern Hacking
  • Instructor: Tatiana Kozorovitsky

  • Course Length: 47 lessons (13 hours 30 minutes)

  • Every lesson comes with an illustrated transcript.

  • Add-ons: Automatic pattern calculation software

  • Downloads: 15 Master sewing patterns

  • Skill level: Intermediate

COURSE CURRICULUM

Introduction to Pattern Hacking

  • Pattern Hacking 101

  • "Pattern Hacking" Practical Examples.

  • Measurements Guide


MANUAL CALCULATION METHOD:

WEDDING DRESS WITH DEEP NECKLINE AND A WHOLE PIECE TRAIN

  • Calculating Pattern Alterations

  • Altering the Standard Pattern


DRESS WITH LACE STRAPS AND FULL SKIRT - REMOTE SEWING

  • Calculating Adjustments to the Standard Pattern

  • Customizing the Bodice on Paper

  • Sewing a Mock-Up Bodice of the Dress


PLUS SIZE EVENING DRESS WITH HIDDEN CORSET

  • Calculating Pattern Alterations

  • Constructing the Pattern. Calculating Fabric Consumption


PLUS-SIZE DRESS WITH A STRAP

  • Pattern Download

  • Calculating Pattern Alterations. Part 1

  • Calculating Pattern Alterations. Part 2

  • Constructing the Corner for Attaching Shoulder Straps

  • Applying Alterations to the Pattern. Part 1

  • Applying Alterations to the Pattern. Part 2

  • Applying Alterations to the Pattern. Part 3


NON-CORSET CUPPED DRESS

  • Pattern Calculation

  • Tatiana Kozorovitsky’s Formula.

  • BONUS: Automatic Pattern Pattern Alteration Software


WEDDING DRESS WITH SLEEVES

  • Calculating Adjustments to the Standard Pattern

  • Customizing the Size of the Pattern

  • Building the Lace Top Part of the Back

  • Building the Lace Top Part of the Front

  • Testing the Adjusted Pattern on a Mock-Up

  • Styling and Shaping the Pattern

  • Creating a Re-styled Paper Pattern. Part 1

  • Creating a Re-styled Paper Pattern. Part 2

  • Sewing a Mock-Up after the New Pattern

  • BONUS: Automatic Pattern Alteration Software


HALTER-NECK WEDDING DRESS WITH REMOVABLE SLEEVES

  • Calculating Adjustments to the Standard Pattern

  • Customizing the Size of the Pattern

  • Styling and Shaping the Pattern

  • Building a Paper Pattern without Side Seams

  • Testing the New Pattern on a Mock-Up

  • BONUS: Software - Halter Neck Dress Pattern Calculations


GALA EVENT DRESS

  • Calculating Pattern Alterations

  • Applying Adjustments to the Front Pieces

  • Applying Adjustments to the Back Pieces

  • BONUS: Pattern Alterations Calculation Software


AUTOMATIC CALCULATION METHOD:

CORSET WITH 2 CURVES

  • Altering the pattern to the client’s measurements. The front.

  • Pattern alteration. The back.

  • SOFTWARE: Corset with 2 Curves


CORSET WITH QUILTED CUPS AND 4 CURVES

  • Making a pattern of your own based on a standard pattern

  • Making a pattern of your own based on a standard pattern - continued

  • Necessary preparatory work with the dress-form

  • SOFTWARE - Corset with Quited Cups and 4 Curves


LACE BODICE AND FULL SKIRT WEDDING DRESS

  • Pattern alteration.

  • Corset back drafting.

  • SOFTWARE: Automatic Corset Pattern Alteration

  • SOFTWARE: Automatic Calculations For A Fitted Bodice Base Drafting


WEDDING DRESS WITH DETACHABLE FULL SKIRT

  • Pattern alteration of the corset face for our client

  • Changes of the lining pattern for our client

  • Alteration of corset face for a plus size client

  • Pattern alteration of corset lining for a plus sized client

  • SOFTWARE: The Dress (the Corset) Calculations


DRAPED WEDDING DRESS ON A SOFT BASE

  • Preliminary pattern alteration

  • Mock-up of altered pattern

  • Pattern finalization for cutting

  • SOFTWARE: Dress Pattern Calculation


DOWNLOADS

Sewing patterns for each garment (total 15 Master Patterns)

Pattern Hacking
Pattern Hacking

Pattern Hacking is the fastest and most accurate way to create perfectly fitted patterns.
Instead of drafting from scratch, you start with a proven Master Pattern and adjust it to your client’s measurements and design. This professional method saves hours of work and ensures flawless fit every time.


This course is a collection of Pattern Hacking lessons curated from Dressmaking Academy’s top programs — focused entirely on pattern adjustment and design development (no sewing tutorials).


What You’ll Learn

  • Master the Pattern Hacking Method
    Turn any master pattern into a made-to-measure draft for corsets, dresses, jackets, and more — saving up to two days per project.

  • Measure Like a Pro
    Learn essential and exclusive measurements, and understand how each value translates to real pattern sections.

  • Shape the Body with Precision
    Create hourglass silhouettes, correct proportions, and simulate corset shaping for perfect results.

  • Combine Manual & Automated Techniques
    Grasp the logic behind calculations, then use the Dressmaking Academy software for faster, more precise drafting.

  • Explore Creative Design Options
    Draft lace tops, straps, and necklines directly on paper — no complex math required.


Why You’ll Love This Course

  • Save time: Cut drafting from days to hours.

  • Work smarter: Adjust, don’t start over.

  • Perfect every fit: Adapt to any size or shape.

  • Gain freedom: Build any garment from your trusted master pattern.


The Results

By the end, you’ll:

  • Confidently transform any master pattern into a custom-fit design.

  • Draft and adjust corsets, dresses, and tops for any figure.

  • Work faster and more accurately — with complete control over fit and proportions.


Who It’s For

Perfect for dressmakers, bridal designers, and sewing enthusiasts who want to elevate their skills, master pattern adaptation, and achieve couture-level precision with ease.


With Pattern Hacking, you’ll design anything — faster, smarter, and flawlessly fitted.

Pattern Hacking
Pattern Hacking

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Whether it's a first stitch or the last rhinestone on your gown, Dressmaking Academy is here to support you on every step of your creative journey.

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Marina Kushnir

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I made a perfect wedding dress for my daughter—and it was my very first time making a dress!
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Kriti Singhal

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I proudly launched my own brand and marked a moment I’ll never forget—my very first fashion show on the ramp
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Joslyn Mcdonald

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It's a game-changer! I've sharpened my skills, and took my business to the next level.
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Tugba Citak

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I made my own custom amazing wedding dress! The lessons were very easy to follow as everything is explained step by step.

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Absolutely love this sewing academy! I signed up for a 1-year subscription two years ago and loved it so much that I just upgraded to lifetime access. The lessons are super clear, the techniques and patterns actually work (no frustration with trial and error!), and I’ve seen real improvement in my sewing from day one. What really makes it special is the community—so helpful and supportive. It’s honestly been the biggest boost to my skills. If you're into dressmaking or want to get better at sewing, this course is 100% worth it!

Alexandra Kulakova

2025-07-06

I was delighted with my first class at Dressmaking Academy. I very much appreciated Tatiana's expertise, and found the corset direction and explanation easy to follow. I feel I am on my way to proficiency and professionalism! My one challenge was compiling the right materials. I economized, as it was my first lesson. I feel the corset would have come out better had I used exact materials. Lesson learned.

MaryBeth Sorgi

2025-06-20

“Hola, soy estudiante, de España. Empecé mirando tutoriales. Luego comprando vídeos, y desde hace un año como estudiante, es lo mejor,de lo mejor, que encontrado en el campo del aprendizaje, Por lo tanto Recomiendo a todos los que quieran aprender, bien hacer patrones, y coser prendas de alta costura, esta es la mejor”Academia!!!

Costura Spinroch

2025-04-18

I made the bustier using the free pattern, smallest size. Making it was occasionally challenging because I was using materials that were not familiar to me, and I had no experience sewing lingerie or anything similar, yet I was able to figure it out. The bustier is a beautiful garment, but I am too modest to wear such sheer clothing.

Cindy Berko

2025-04-01

Excelente , felicitaciones .

migdo variedades

2025-03-11

I loved the corset tutorial. It was very detailed oriented and full of informative tips!

sandra meneses

2025-02-15

Hola Buenos días Pues para mí ha sido de gran ayuda a los obsequios que me han dado en la academia la verdad me facilita mucho las ideas y aparte a conocer los nombres de cada modelo de falda de blusa la verdad me encantan series viendo igual tendré la oportunidad igual de ingresar a la academia Álvaro porque me interesa con su ayuda la verdad se ve que es muy fácil

Alexandra del rocio Salvador may

2024-11-11

Me agrada seguir recibiendo contenido muy interesante estoy ya practicando

Carmen Sanchez

2024-10-29

Sus patrones son súper bonitos y bien hechos, altamente recomendable

Mercedes démence

2024-10-23

Gracias por la guía gratuita, me ha ayudado a conocer y mejorar detalles en faldas y corset.

Elisa Hernández

2024-10-02

Muchas gracias Los patrones compartidos fáciles de usar

ELISA MARIA MORENO TORRES

2024-09-14

Great help, very thorough explanation

Noha Saleh

2024-09-09

All courses are well detailed and easy to follow. Also is a bit of a work for me because I’m use to working in inches.

Faith Austin

2024-08-19

Estou amando meu corso com dressmaking academy

Luísa gourgel Gourgel

2024-08-19

I'm really delighted. You simplified certain stages in making a corset for me. Now I just need to practice your system as much as possible. Thank you!

Ksenija Maltar

2024-08-08

Excelente experiência, adoro seu trabalho

Márcia Munster

2024-07-26

Love the courses . Explanation is very detailed and informative. Thank you ma’am

Sania Pegado

2024-07-14

la mejor en explicacion yo estoy encantada ya me he hecho varios modelos y good

IRMA MAGAÑA VILLANUEVA

2024-07-09

Dress making is what most fashion designer ever needs to scale up, I can see the powerful inspiration from your academy, I'm even recommending this academy to some fashion designers out there. Go for "Dress making academy" its all you need to be the best in your sewing skills and career 💝🎈

bhiola otubanjo

2024-07-08

Maravilloso el aporte que generan en nosotras las personas que estamos interesadas en este fantástico mundo de la alta costura fina🧵millones de Gracias.

Myriam Gea

2024-06-25

De beaux modèles et les cours gratuits sont bien faits

Caroline Vercruysse

2024-06-24

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