NOV 2020
5 pro tips to immediately improve your sewing skills
With these simple tricks from the master tailor, you’ll see immediate results, no matter if you’re a beginner or already have a couple of selfmade dresses under your belt:
1. Use white tailor’s chalk exclusively!
From a tailoring professional’s point of view, tailor chalks in fancy colours or shapes such as pencils are neither necessary nor recommendable. In some cases, they can even prove detrimental. The extent of the damage often becomes apparent after the first cleaning. Professionals recommend: classic white chalk only!
2. Cut shell fabric along the inner edge
When cutting along your chalk marks, it’s important to follow along the inner edge. That way, you ensure that you’re keeping within the limits of the pattern and maintain the exact measures you’ve set out to reach. You’ll see how this small trick works wonders for the perfect fit!
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3. BUT: Cut lining fabric on the outside!
Unlike the upper layers, you want to be a tad more generous when it comes to cutting the lining. Orient yourself along the outer edges of the chalk lines to avoid tensions in the finished piece – lining materials tend to shrink more than the outer parts!
4. Position pins perpendicular to sewing direction
Making a habit out of getting the needles oriented correctly pays off double: they’re easier to remove during the sewing process and you reduce the potential of damaging to your sewing machine by sewing ‘over’ the pins!
5. Guide your seams!
What is an instinct for a tailoring pro can be a challenge for beginners: using your hands to help ‘feed’ the fabric to the machine, you ensure a consistent, wave-free result in your finished pieces.
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12 Pro Tips For Sewing Beginners
Did you know that there’s a right direction for fixing pins? And that you need to cut top layers and lining fabrics in different ways?
In this eBook, you’ll learn why – and much more! Save time and nerves with our 12 sewing tips for beginners.
Fill in the form and the eBook is already on its way to you! 100% free. 100% expert tips.
Tailor Academy
dressmaking expertise since 1741
Learn the tailoring craft from Austrian master tailor Stefan Wimmer in this one of a kind online sewing class for all levels.
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The hands-on sewing masterclass for all levels
Professional training. Full flexibility. Outstanding results.
At our real life tailor shop Wimmer schneidert in Salzburg, we believe that practice makes perfect. That’s why our course focuses on working on new wardrobe favorites right from the first unit.
You’ll get theory lessons and expert tips from your experienced course leader throughout the units – exactly when and where you need them.
Our learning-by-doing approach leads to rapid successes and professional results.
The Pieces You'll Create
Each module is a finished piece of clothing. From dresses and skirts to jackets and menswear, followed by wedding attire and high fashion.
At the Tailor Academy, we focus on practical experience, knowledge and creating beautiful pieces.
You can progress at your own pace, and get ready to move onto your next piece when you’re ready.
With real expert advice from an established master tailor and insights into the beautiful business of tailoring, Our customer success team is also always by your side and available to answer your questions and help you along the way.
Basic Course
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3 Units
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8 Units-
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+ incl. "Fabric Knowledge" ($49)
Professional
26 Units-
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+ incl. "Cut & Fitting I" ($99)
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+ incl. "Cut & Fitting II" ($99)
Masterclass
52 Units-
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+ incl. "Cut & Fitting III" ($99)
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The course includes a total of 52 practice-oriented, expert-led video tutorials complete with step-by-step instructions. Premium sewing patterns in all sizes worth over $ 9,700 are included to download for free.
This masterclass is suitable for beginners as well as advanced users. From the very beginning, participants will create wearable pieces that increase in difficulty with every unit. In the videos, they follow detailed instructions from Stefan Wimmer as he creates every piece step by step.
The units come complete with background knowledge, material lists, and important tips and tricks for clean and effective working.
Tailor Academy | Wimmer schneidert
dressmaking expertise since 1741
As a ninth generation tailor, Stefan Wimmer is the current head of Wimmer schneidert, a venerable tailoring company known for its high quality custom clothing and excellence in vocational training. The Austrian “Apprentice of the Year” award and title of National Champion regularly go to students of Wimmer schneidert. With the Tailor Academy online course, Stefan Wimmer makes his knowledge available to the world.
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One course. All the knowledge since 1741.
At Tailor Academy, we want you to hit the ground sewing and work productively on new favorites from the first minute. You’ll receive expert know-how and professional tips throughout the tutorials – exactly when and where you need them.
The modules are designed to let you finish one new item in every unit. Use them as personal gifts, for yourself to wear with joy and pride, or for some extra income on the side.
In the first unit, you’ll learn how to make a chic and simple summer dress, sewing along to the expert instructions of master tailor Stefan Wimmer.
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Our Apprentices' Successes
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“”Practice makes perfect. And of course the many expert tips help.”
Vinzenz W.
1st place Apprentice Competition
We and the entire company congratulate our son Vinzenz Wimmer (10th generation) on 1st place in the national apprentice competition as well as on his excellent success in the final certificate.
Excellent success
Theresa Leitner has successfully passed the journeyman’s exams for women’s and men’s dressmakers and received an award for her achievements. The entire Wimmer schneidert team commends her for this great success!
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“Thanks for the great training!”
Theresa L.
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“With a practice-oriented training you have a clear advantage when the craft is evaluated”
Lisa R.
State Champion
Lisa Rasser was named national champion at the AustrianSkills competition 2018! AustrianSkills is a challenging multi-day event where participants have to prove their skills and dexterity. The entire Wimmer team is proud of our winner!
Apprentice Of The Year
Leonhard was named apprentice of the year, seen here at the award ceremony with Governor Wilfred Haslauer and WKS Vice President Peter Genser. He is now a women’s dressmaker, a men’s dressmaker and a “Säckler” (a maker of leather clothing).
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“Thank you for introducing me to tailoring.”
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Gregor Q.
Two excellent successes
Two excellent successes in the final apprenticeship exams for Michaela and Gregor in 2020. The entire Wimmer team is doubly proud of their excellent performances!
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