Corsetry

Corsetry (18 years +)

Course Director – Jill SalenClose-up of corset

Course 1, 16th – 20th July 2012
Course 2, 23rd – 27th July 2012

For ages 18 and over. Over an intensive five days of classes, you will learn how to construct a corset using traditional techniques and fabrics. The aim of the course is to construct an 1860s corset to fit the student. This spiral boned corset has a split busk fastening and centre back lacing. The student will also explore techniques such as gussets, cording and flossing.

All necessary notions will be available to purchase for approximately £20, and participants should bring their own choice of surface fabric for the corset and their basic sewing kit, e.g. scissors, pins, needles.

Jill Salen is author of the best-selling book, Corsets, Historical Patterns and Techniques.

Time: 9.30am - 5.30pm daily

Venue: Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama

Course Fee: £345

Deposit: £40

Closing date for applications: 31st May 2012

To book your place, please click here.

Means-tested bursaries of up to 100% are normally available to help with course fees. If you may require financial assistance with fees, please enclose your completed Bursary Application Form with your enrolment form - a bursary form can be downloaded here.

Any Questions?
Contact Anna Fonge on 02920 391394 or email summerschools@rwcmd.ac.uk.