Introduction to Corsetry

In this course students will build one basic corset. A corset is a good gateway sewing project because it utilizes relatively simple sewing skills to achieve an end product with “wow” effect. Skills covered: commercial paper pattern use and alteration, basic sewing, setting grommets, and fitting. A history of the corset is included. Because we are remote, beginning machine sewing experience is required. Also, must have access to sewing machine, iron, and ironing board plus basic sewing tools. Each student will be required to purchase materials totaling approximately $90.