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Wedding Dress with Sleeves

Advanced Pattern Drafting, Complex Shaping & Couture Assembly

This course is dedicated to creating an elegant wedding or evening dress with sleeves, built on advanced curves, decorative inserts, and integral sleeve construction. It is designed for dressmakers who want to go beyond basic alterations and learn how to create a truly complex, custom-fitted garment for a specific client.

You will work with multiple fabric types, layered constructions, and precise shaping techniques used in professional ateliers.

ABOUT THIS COURSE

Wedding Dress with Sleeves

Instructor: Tatiana Kozorovitsky

Course Length: 32 lessons (9 hours)

Downloads: Sewing Patterns

Adds-on: Pattern Alteration Software

Skill level: Intermediate

COURSE CURRICULUM

Working with the Pattern
Foreword
Tutorial 1. Getting Started
Tutorial 2. Calculating Adjustments to the Standard Pattern
Tutorial 3. Customizing the Size of the Pattern
Tutorial 4. Building the Lace Top Part of the Back
Tutorial 5. Building the Lace Top Part of the Front
Tutorial 6. Testing the Adjusted Pattern on a Mock-Up
Tutorial 7. Styling and Shaping the Pattern
Tutorial 8. Creating a Re-styled Paper Pattern. Part 1
Tutorial 9. Creating a Re-styled Paper Pattern. Part 2
Tutorial 10. Sewing a Mock-Up after the New Pattern
Tutorial 11. Gluing Together the Printed Out Patterns


Cutting and Duplicating the Materials
Tutorial 12. Review of Materials Used. Analyzing the Dress Model before Cutting
Tutorial 13. Cutting the Dress
Tutorial 14. Duplicating the Patterns. Marking the Bones


Sewing the Dress
Tutorial 15. Assembling the Lining. Part 1
Tutorial 16. Assembling the Lining. Part 2
Tutorial 17. Assembling the Lining. Part 3 (Final Steps)
Tutorial 18. Sewing Bones onto the Cups. Pressing the Lining
Tutorial 19. Sewing Bones onto the Front and the Back of the Dress
Tutorial 20. Cutting the Chiffon and the Lace
Tutorial 21. Assembling the Face of the Front Half of the Dress
Tutorial 22. Assembling the Face of the Back Half of the Dress
Tutorial 23. Overview of Various Types of Trains and Related Cutting Techniques
Tutorial 24. Cutting and Sewing a Train for the Dress
Tutorial 25. Joining the Face and the Lining of the Back of the Dress
Tutorial 26. Pressing the Back of the Dress
Tutorial 27. Joining the Face and the Lining of the Front Half of the Dress
Tutorial 28. Sewing the Side Seams
Tutorial 29. Cutting the Sleeves
Tutorial 30. Setting the Sleeves into the Armscyes


Decorating the Garment
Tutorial 31. Decorating the Garment. Part 1
Tutorial 32. Decorating the Garment. Part 2. Pictures of the Finished Garment


PATTERNS
Dress sewing patterns


SOFTWARE
Pattern Alteration Software

Wedding Dress with Sleeves
Wedding Dress with Sleeves

What Makes This Course Special

In this program, you will:

  • Alter a standard pattern and

  • Create a unique, re-styled pattern for a complex dress based on individual measurements

The dress combines:

  • Advanced curved reliefs

  • Decorative inserts

  • Integral sleeves

  • A controlled silhouette built through correct construction order and internal support

You will learn how to manage complexity step by step, without distortion, bulk, or fitting errors.



What You Will Learn


Pattern Drafting & Styling

  • Calculation and alteration of patterns using automatic software

  • Creating a custom pattern for a specific client’s size

  • Rules of complex styling and shaping

  • Building and re-styling paper patterns for advanced dress designs

  • Working with mock-ups to test fit and structure


Working with Fabrics & Layers

  • Combining 2 fabric colors and 4 material types:
    chiffon
    lace
    stretch satin
    Armani fabric

  • Sewing curved relief seams through three layers: base, chiffon, and lace

  • Correct duplication and stabilization of pattern pieces

  • Preventing distortion when working with “difficult” materials


Structure & Support

  • Proper boning placement for complex curved garments

  • Quilted cup construction inside the dress

  • Integrating cups with straps into the garment

  • Building support without sacrificing comfort or elegance


Sleeves & Trains

  • Cutting and sewing thin, lightweight lace sleeves

  • Correct sleeve setting into the armscye

  • Fast and accurate chiffon train cutting methods

  • Understanding different train types and their construction logic


Assembly & Finishing

  • Correct order of assembling lining and face

  • Clean joining of layered components

  • Professional pressing and finishing techniques

  • Decorative finishing of the garment


The Outcome

After completing this course, you will be able to:

  • Draft and alter advanced patterns for complex dresses

  • Confidently work with curved reliefs and layered materials

  • Construct integral sleeves and structured bodices

  • Assemble wedding and evening dresses with professional accuracy

  • Create refined, comfortable garments that look couture-level inside and out


Who This Course Is For

This course is ideal for:

  • Dressmakers ready to advance into complex couture construction

  • Bridal and eveningwear professionals

  • Atelier staff and independent designers

  • Confident beginners who want structured, professional methods

This course teaches you how to think like a couture dressmaker.
Once you master these techniques, you can apply them to countless wedding and evening dress designs with confidence.

Wedding Dress with Sleeves
Wedding Dress with Sleeves

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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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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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Excellent course thank you I tuly appreciate everything you have done. Again thank you x

Loretta Hollier (Rettaz Art Room)

2026-01-29

I thought i would take a chance on this course and was surprised by how good it was. The pattern fits together better than any other pdf downloads i have ever used. the instructions are clear and very well explained. Thank you for an excellent resource.

Hazel Evans

2026-01-18

Practical and easy to follow tutorials that are beginner friendly yet produce professional results. Definitely worth it

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.

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2025-06-20

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Costura Spinroch

2025-04-18

Excelente , felicitaciones .

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2025-03-11

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

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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.

Faith Austin

2024-08-19

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

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2024-11-11

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2024-10-29

Sus patrones son súper bonitos y bien hechos, altamente recomendable

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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

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2024-09-14

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2024-09-09

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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

I was so thrilled to find your wonderful UTube videos on Luneville/Tambour work. The course of videos takes a beginner through everything you need to get started and learn how to use the hook and master the stitch, attach pearls etc. Once you get the sequence and rythym going it is so satisfying and gives learners the confidence to learn more. You have a wonderful array of videos and classes to encourage those interested in developing Higher levels of expertise in couture eewinv and haute couture embroidery.

Marysia Paling

2023-08-27

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

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2024-07-09

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