Master the Art of Pattern Making: Turn Your Designs into Reality

Bring your fashion ideas to life with Adobe Illustrator, the go-to software for digital design in the fashion industry. This hands-on class is perfect for aspiring designers, students, and professionals looking to master Illustrator’s tools for creating technical sketches, digital flats, and custom patterns. Whether you’re building a portfolio, preparing files for production, or exploring your creativity, this class will equip you with the skills to use Adobe Illustrator like a pro. What You’ll Learn: Illustrator Basics for Fashion: Navigate the interface, tools, and features specifically for fashion design. Digital Flats: Create accurate, professional-quality garment flats ready for production. Technical Sketches: Design detailed technical sketches with annotations and specifications. Custom Patterns: Learn to create seamless repeating patterns for prints and textiles. Color and Textures: Apply colorways, gradients, and fabric textures to your designs. File Preparation: Save and export files correctly for tech packs, presentations, or manufacturing. What You’ll Get: Tailored instruction and step-by-step guidance based on your goals. Real-time feedback on your projects, whether you’re working on a portfolio or developing a collection. Downloadable resources, including Illustrator templates and cheat sheets for shortcuts and techniques. Who This Class Is For: This class is ideal for: Aspiring fashion designers preparing a professional portfolio. Students studying fashion design who need help mastering digital tools. Professionals looking to refine their skills or transition from hand sketches to digital design. No prior experience with Illustrator is required—just bring your passion for fashion! Materials Needed: A laptop or desktop computer with Adobe Illustrator installed (free trial available). A mouse or drawing tablet (optional for precision). Reference sketches, design ideas, or inspiration for projects (optional). Learning Outcomes: By the end of this class, you’ll be able to: Confidently use Adobe Illustrator to create detailed fashion flats and technical sketches. Design and visualize your garments digitally, including custom patterns and colorways. Prepare professional files for tech packs and manufacturing. Elevate your portfolio with polished, industry-standard designs. Customized Learning Experience: Whether you’re starting from scratch or want to focus on specific aspects of Illustrator, the lessons are tailored to your unique needs and goals in fashion design. Format: Online lessons via screen sharing (Zoom or a similar platform). One-on-one or small group sessions available. Why Learn With Me? As a seasoned fashion product developer and designer with over a decade of industry experience, I’ve used Adobe Illustrator extensively to create technical packs, digital flats, and prints for production. My teaching is practical, focused on real-world applications, and designed to help you excel in the fashion industry. Book Your Lesson Now: Take your fashion design skills to the next level! Reserve your spot today and start creating professional digital designs with Adobe Illustrator.

Are you passionate about fashion and eager to bring your creative ideas to life? Join me in an immersive and hands-on fashion design class tailored for beginners and aspiring designers looking to refine their skills. In this class, you’ll learn: The fundamentals of fashion design, including sketching, fabric selection, and color theory. How to create mood boards and translate inspiration into cohesive designs. Patternmaking techniques and garment construction basics. Insights into industry trends, portfolio development, and the design process from start to finish. About Me: Hi, I’m Benjamin! I’m a seasoned fashion product developer and patternmaker with over a decade of experience in the industry. I’ve worked on everything from licensed products to luxurious swimwear and menswear collections. Fashion is my passion, and I take pride in nurturing creativity and guiding aspiring designers to achieve their goals. Whether you’re preparing a portfolio or dreaming of starting your own brand, I’m here to share my knowledge and help you navigate the exciting world of fashion design. What You’ll Get: Personalized feedback to help you grow and improve your designs. Access to templates, design resources, and professional insights. A supportive learning environment that encourages creativity and experimentation. Who This Class Is For: This class is perfect for fashion enthusiasts, high school and college students, and anyone interested in pursuing a career in the fashion industry. No prior experience is required—just your enthusiasm and willingness to learn! Materials Needed: To make the most of this class, please have the following on hand: A sketchbook or drawing paper Pencils, erasers, and markers or colored pencils A ruler and measuring tape Fabric swatches (optional, but helpful for understanding textures and materials) Sewing kit (if interested in garment construction) If you’re not sure where to start with materials, I can guide you during the first class. Learning Outcomes: By the end of this course, you will: Be able to sketch and design original garments with confidence. Understand how to create patterns for your designs. Know how to select appropriate fabrics and materials. Gain insight into the fashion design industry, from trend forecasting to production. Customized Learning Experience: Whether you’re preparing a portfolio for college applications, learning for personal enrichment, or building skills to start your own fashion line, I’ll tailor the class content to your goals. Format: Online (via Zoom or your preferred platform) One-on-one in our creative studio Ready to Design Your Future? Let’s work together to transform your creative vision into runway-worthy designs! Book a session today and take the first step toward your fashion dreams.