Slow Fashion & Pattern Drafting Classes

A visual artist, Larisse shares her 20 year fashion industry experience (including 5 years of production Tailoring in London). Larisse has tutored art and pattern drafting over the last 15 years at NMIT, and delights in sharing her accumulated knowledge in fun and relaxed classes. Giving you the industry 'cheat techniques to make your pattern drafting / sewing experience more simple'. Her on the spot, creative problem solving helps students see possibilities unimagined previously, helping each achieve their unique style. Supporting, enhancing and elevating 'self in an all-inclusive environment'.

  • Larisse Hall Award Winning Light Artist and Art Classes New Zealand

    Slow Fashion - Basic Pattern Drafting Classes

    $195 2-Day Workshops or Weekly Class Sessions (Choose to suit your life / timetable)

    Commence your slow fashion pattern-drafting journey with any of the classes offered.

    Suitable for an absolute beginner, the home sewer or industry professionals this relaxed class teaches you pattern drafting and easy fit techniques to create clothes you love!

    Suitable for all experience levels

    Refreshments included.

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  • Larisse Hall Award Winning Light Artist and Art Classes New Zealand

    Jacket Pattern Class

    $235 each 2-Day Workshop

    9.30am - 4pm.

    In this advanced class you will draft a tailored jacket that is individually styled and fitted to you, for you.

    Once created, you can ‘tweak’ your pattern style, and use your pattern in a multitude of fabrics for varying end results and occasions

    Completion of our basic pattern course is required prior to attending this class.

    Refreshments included

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  • Larisse Hall Artist Eco-Designer, 1 week Slow Fashion Lab W

    Eco-Designer, 1 Week Fashion Lab (SCHOOL HOLIDAY SLOW FASHION WORKSHOP) 12 - 18yr olds

    $395 1-Week Workshop 9am - 3pm(M - F)

    Youth 12 - 18 yrs old. ALL EXPERIENCE LEVELS

    A fun and simplified approach to sustainable fashion. Students will immerse in life as an eco-designer, creating one off individualised items of fashion for everyday wear. Finishing with planet friendly creations showcased in a runway exhibition and photo shoot.

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  • Larisse Hall Rug Making as Art

    Rug Making as Art / Fashion

    $95 1-Day Workshop

    9.30am - 3.30pm

    This fun class is a surprise! Learn the basics of this versatile technique and unlock your creative genius without the need for ‘paint’ as we know it. Create wall hanging art or 'shaggy fashion'. Use upcycled garments, leather, and wool to bring your art to life.

    Suitable for all experience levels.

    Refreshments included

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What is “Slow Fashion”?

Great question. Slow fashion is the opposite of fast fashion. It encompasses an awareness and approach to fashion that considers the processes and resources required to make clothing. It advocates for buying and or making better-quality garments that will last longer and values fair treatment of people, animals, and the planet along the way. Slow fashion focuses on reducing consumption and production. Making clothes that fit you that you have designed and love, means you will have long lasting wardrobe staples, that you return to time and again. Forever fashion!

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What Previous Students Say:

  • "I highly recommend Larisse's pattern drafting class! It's a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for slow fashion. The class is perfect for anyone looking to transform their fashion ideas into garments that truly fit. Larisse brings years of experience as both a teacher and a professional in the garment industry, offering invaluable insights and guidance. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, you'll leave with a deeper understanding of garment construction and the tools to create beautiful, well-fitting pieces."

  • "I have sewn for over 40 years, using store-bought patterns, often disappointed with the end result. These classes, which one can join, when requiring help on any project, have opened the doors for me to express myself my way, while giving me loads of confidence and new skills. I would recommend to anyone, whether you have never sewn or always sewn."

  • "The pattern-making course is well-designed. It uses the close-knit class and Larisse's vast knowledge to create an inspiring and supportive learning environment. I only wish I could attend a class every week!”

  • "I'm amazed that I've actually learned to design my own clothes, and I wasn't even a sewer when I signed up!"

  • “Pattern making classes have been very beneficial to me. I have sewn my own clothes for ever, always using bought patterns and they were okay. Well, I wore them! That was how it was. Now that I have been to Larisse's classes I have a basic pattern that fits Me. I can vary it with fabrics and without fail, most days someone will say "You look great in that dress, where is it from?" It is because now, the neckline sits flat, the fabric glides over my bust and hips. The length of the sleeves and dress is where it should be to flatter me. All of this "tweaking" has come from the classes with Larisse. It is not about the fabric, it is about the fit.”