Design-a-Robe
Design and Customise your Dream Robe. Learn the process from Inspiration, to design, to making pattern alterations, to customising your project to be uniquely YOU!
This course is only available through school membership
Intro to This Course
Be Inspired
2025 Student Inspiration
Design-a-Robe LIVE Event (March 08)
Design-a-Robe LIVE Event (March 20)
Design-a-Robe - Study Guide Page
Design-a-Robe Workbook Part 1 - 01st March 2026
Gather Your Inspiration & Create a Mood Board
Customise It, Design It and Sketch It
How to Choose a Pattern
How to Choose Your Customisations
How to Choose Your Fabric
Design-a-Robe Workbook Part 2 - 15th March 2026
Getting Your Pattern Ready
Changing Hem Length - Tutorial
Changing Sleeve Length - Tutorial
Creating or Adjusting a Neckband/Collar - Tutorial
Drafting a Sleeve Band (or Cuff) - Tutorial
Drafting and Customising a Patch Pocket - Tutorial
Adding a Waist Tie/Belt - Tutorial
Creating a Fuller/More Flared Skirt - Tutorial
Creating a Dramatic Draped Sleeve - Tutorial
Adding Piping for a Customised Edge Finish - Tutorial
Design-a-Robe Workbook Part 3 - 01st April 2026
Getting Started Sewing
Sew The Shell Together (Steps 1 - 5)
Sew the Belt and Belt Loops (Steps 6 - 7)
Sew The Pockets (Steps 8 - 10)