
FULL COURSE FROM START TO FINISH
Wedding Dress with Detachable Full Skirt
Couture Construction, Invisible Transitions & Tambour Embroidery
This course is dedicated to one of the most requested bridal designs — a wedding dress with a detachable full skirt and train, combining lightness, elegance, and true couture construction.
From the outside, the dress looks effortless and delicate.
Inside, it is a masterfully engineered garment built with professional techniques used in high-end ateliers.
You will learn how to create a dress that looks like a single piece — while being constructed from multiple layers, supports, and hidden elements that guarantee comfort, stability, and flawless fit.
COURSE CURRICULUM
Foreword
Tutorial 1. Preparation of patterns
The Corset: Pattern Calculation, Cutting
Tutorial 2. Pattern alteration of the corset face for our client
Tutorial 3. Changes of the lining pattern for our client
Tutorial 4. Alteration of corset face for a plus size client
Tutorial 5. Pattern alteration of corset lining for a plus sized client
Tutorial 6. Cutting the face and the lining
Sewing the Corset with Cut-Off Cups
Tutorial 7. A new scheme of bone marking on the cups
Tutorial 8. Joining the corset lining and the back of the corset face
Tutorial 9. The upper edge of the back according to the template
Tutorial 10. Stitching the tunnels on the lining curves
Tutorial 11. Sewing the cups and the front curves of the face
Tutorial 12. Stitching the cut-off cups of the lining
Tutorial 13. Pressing the cups, preparation to join to the corset
Tutorial 14. Preparation for making lacing on air loops
Tutorial 15. Hard lacing on air loops
Tutorial 16. Pressed flat bias tape in 4 minutes
Tutorial 17. Stitching the cups into the lining
Tutorial 18. Strengthening of lining upper edge without boning
Tutorial 19. Upper cut of the lining
Tutorial 20. Attaching the plastic boning
Creating the Top and Tambour Embroidery
Tutorial 21. Making a pattern of the top with set-in sleeve
Tutorial 22. Tools and materials for embroidery
Tutorial 23. The main methods of tambour embroidery
Tutorial 24. Framing the fabric for embroidery
Tutorial 25. Tracing the pattern to the mesh
Tutorial 26. Contour embroidery with threads and 4 mm sequins
Tutorial 27. Contour embroidery with 6 mm sequins
Tutorial 28. White sequin embroidery of the sleeves
Tutorial 29. The joining of the top pattern with the corset
Joining the Face with the Lining of the Corset
Tutorial 30. Corset covering with the face
Tutorial 31. Seamless lace cover of the corset
Tutorial 32. The clean finish of the corset upper edge
The Skirt: Calculation, Cutting, Sewing
Tutorial 33. Calculation and construction of a skirt gore
Tutorial 34. Sewing of the base skirt
Tutorial 35. Joining methods of the corset and the skirt
Embroidery of Decorative Elements for Dress and Making the Lace Skirt
Tutorial 36. Embroidery of the decorative bow
Tutorial 37. Embroidery of the bow
Tutorial 38. Embroidery of the belt
Tutorial 39. Embroidery of the lace fragment
Tutorial 40. Creating the lace skirt for the dress
Bonus #1. Full Padding. Drafting, Sewing, Decorating
Tutorial 41. Method of creation of individual padding for skirt fullness
Tutorial 42. Drafting of padding pattern for the skirt
Tutorial 43. Cutting of padding
Tutorial 44. Padding pieces stitching
Tutorial 45. Covering narrow bones with fabric
Tutorial 46. Stitching of bones and pencil-edges to padding
Tutorial 47. Internal part of padding
Tutorial 48. Decoration of padding
Detachable Skirt. Cutting, Sewing, Decoration
Tutorial 49. Pattern for cutting and sewing of the detachable skirt
Tutorial 50. Peculiarities of stitching the soft Rigilene bones to mesh fabric
Tutorial 51. Joining the detachable skirt
Tutorial 52. The belt for the detachable skirt
Tutorial 53. Making the bow from embroidered elements
Finishing the Dress
Tutorial 54. Preparation for final decoration of the top
Tutorial 55. Decoration of the top
Tutorial 56. Joining the top to the dress
Tutorial 57. Conclusion of the course
Bonus #2. The Drafting of Crinoline with Ruffles
Tutorial 58. The drafting of crinoline with ruffles according to the calculation table
PATTERNS
Dress and Skirt Sewing Patterns
SOFTWARE
Before you use the Pattern Alterations Calculation software...
The Dress (the Corset) Calculations
The Skirt Calculations
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What Makes This Course Special
You will learn:
How to seamlessly cover a corset with lace so no construction lines are visible
How to join a lace folded skirt to the dress without extra thickness
How to create an invisible transition between corset and skirt
How to sew an elastic top sandwiched between face and lining
How to construct a lining with built-in cups
How to make a corset-and-skirt dress look like a single garment
A key highlight of the course is tambour (luneville-style) sequin embroidery, taught with an alternative hook that allows you to master the technique quickly — even without prior embroidery experience.
What You Will Learn
Corset & Cup Construction
Transparent, lightweight inner corset using mesh
Cut-off cups with stitched construction (not foam)
Professional cup shaping suitable for both small and plus-size busts
Correct use of boning, including non-standard Rigilene widths
Seamless corset covering used in Haute Couture garments
Pattern Calculation & Fit
Automatic calculation tables for:
corset face
corset lining
detachable skirt
crinoline and ruffles (bonus)Pattern alteration demonstrated for bust sizes from 81 cm to 100 cm
Logical distribution of pattern changes to preserve balance and proportions
Skirt & Volume Creation
Construction of a full detachable skirt without crinoline
Creating volume with soft Rigilene and waist paddings
Correct skirt shaping so volume appears intentional and elegant
Optional inner padding techniques explained step by step
Embroidery & Decoration
Tambour embroidery with beads and sequins
Embroidery on elastic fabrics, belts, and decorative elements
Tools comparison: Luneville hook vs alternatives
How to achieve luxury results with accessible materials
The Outcome
After completing this course, you will be able to:
Create couture-level wedding dresses with detachable skirts
Achieve invisible corset-to-skirt transitions
Confidently work with elastic tops, lace, and embroidery
Adapt patterns for different body types and sizes
Build lightweight, comfortable dresses that brides wear all day — and night
Who This Course Is For
This course is suitable for:
Dressmakers transitioning into bridal couture
Professionals seeking advanced atelier techniques
Atelier teams and fashion schools
Motivated beginners ready to learn structured, professional methods
The techniques taught here are modular — you can mix and adapt them to create evening, cocktail, prom, and bridal gowns. This is not just a dress — it’s a system of techniques.
Master them once, and you’ll be able to create countless designs with confidence, precision, and couture elegance.


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Hazel Evans
2026-01-18
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Ana Isidoro
2025-11-10
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
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2025-04-18
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2025-03-11
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2025-02-15
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.
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2024-08-19
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2024-10-29
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2024-10-23
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2024-10-02
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2024-08-08
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2023-08-27
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