BSN SUMMER '24 INTENSIVE: CORSET MAKING 101

This is non-refundable course.

Number of Days: 3

(CLASS REPLAY WILL BE AVAILABLE IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO MAKE ONE OF THE DATES BELOW)

Course Dates:
Day 1: Friday, July 19
Time: 7PM - 10PM EST

Day 2: Saturday, July 20
Time: 3PM - 6PM EST

Day 3: Sunday, July 21
Time: 3PM - 6PM EST

Class Capacity: 20 People
Class Location: Online (via Zoom Platform)

This is an online sewing intensive designed to teach you how to create & effectively construct a basic corset, that can be created for yourself or your clients! This class The will be taught by corsetry and cosplay expert, Sharessa "She- She" Cherry. Beginner sewists are welcome! However, THIS IS NOT A LEARN TO SEW COURSE.

Course Overview:
This course will include three live sewalongs, including in-depth instruction; hence the reason class is limited to 20 participants. Sewists will receive class prework information, via google classroom, to help them prepare for each class session This will include pattern information, fabric suggestions, tools needed, class login credentials.
(PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR G-MAIL IN THE NOTES IF THAT IS NOT YOUR PRIMARY E-MAIL).

If you are unable to attend one of the above dates, REPLAY VIDEO WILL BE MADE AVAILABLE TO STUDENTS!

Techniques Covered:
- Introduction to Corset Styles
- Construction of Basic Underbust and Overbust Corsets
- Ensuring Proper Fit and Accurate Sizing
- Selecting the Right Fabrics
- Exploring Various Types of Boning
- Achieving Optimal Support
- Mastering Corset Closures

Please Note: Class will include pattern options and materials for which will be used for construction, in addition to other suggested alternative patterns. PATTERNS WILL NOT BE PROVIDED BY Black Sewing Network. Student is responsible for purchasing his or her own patterns.