$685.00
Learn how to sew a corset! A corset is a work of art. It requires around a yard of fabric, steel boning, laces, but it can reshape the body in incredible ways. In Madalynne’s corset 3-day retreat, learn the ins and outs of all things corsets. This retreat is also a chance to enjoy three days of creating with like-minded sewists, make new friends and learn something new at the one of a kind experience.
“I loved everything about Madalynne’s corset retreat—from the new sewing techniques to the corset history lessons to the snacks—everything was just perfect. But my favorite part of all was seeing everyone’s face completely light up when they tried on their finished corset.”
“What an amazing 3 days with @mmadalynne! I’m so glad I got to attend her corset retreat this weekend – I have 10 years of experience in historical dressmaking, but I’ve always avoided making corsets because I was so intimidated by them – so I always preferred to “leave them to the experts”. Maddie is such a gifted teacher and really demystified the corset making process for me.”
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Learn how to sew a corset! A corset is a work of art. It requires around a yard of fabric, steel boning, laces, but it can reshape the body in incredible ways. In Madalynne’s corset 3-day retreat, learn the ins and outs of all things corsets. This retreat is also a chance to enjoy three days of creating with like-minded sewists, make new friends and learn something new at the one of a kind experience.
Madalynne Studios
3101 W. Glenwood Avenue, Philadelphia
Cost includes all materials and food for three days.
May 16-May 18,2025
Students will walk away with a well-crafted ,shape altering Victorian corset using Sew Curvy’s Victoria pattern (pictured above). Pattern and materials included in cost.
ITINERARY
Day 1 // 11am-6pm Introduction, discussion of the anatomy of corsets, how to measure and determine size. Students will cut and sew a corset muslin, try it on and discuss pattern/fit adjustments
Day 2 // 9am-6pm Students will adjust patterns and cut out corset using coutil. Then, students will begin assembling the corset and learning the proper sewing techniques for a true historical corset (how to insert busk, adding eyelets, etc.)
Day 3// 10:30am-4pm Don’t let your guard down! Seemingly close to finishing, today is dedicated to sewing the boning channels and inserting the bodice. Last is adding the finishing touches (binding) and trying on/lacing up.
Class will break for lunch between 1-2PM. There will be vegetarian and gluten free options upon request. Please let me know if you have any dietary restrictions. Feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks.
It is strongly encouraged that students being their machine, however, it can be provided if students do not or can not bring theirs.
Refunds or exchanges are not available. If you are unable to attend, I suggest selling your ticket on Instagram or Twitter using the hashtag #bramakingwithmadalynne
Intermediate or advanced sewing knowledge is required. Madalynne reserves the right to refund registration if a student’s skill level is below advanced.
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