Reviews
Tailor Academy

Customer ratings, experiences and video reviews from participants at the Tailor Academy.

Heike

@verflixt_aufgtrennt, Unit 1

Today I was able to sew my first dress, which has become a professional, although I have been sewing for many years.

Sewing is the therapy that simply helps me the most. For a long time I thought about spending money on it. The videos are easy to understand and the tips from the professionals are awesome.

Maria

@maria.macht.mode, Unit 20

What really excites and motivates me is how easy Stefan’s explanations make even complicated things, such as beautiful piped pockets or tailoring the cut!

I would never have dared to sew a dirndl or a men’s jacket, in the end it was no problem at all thanks to the video instructions and great pieces of clothing were created!

Clara

@clara_naeht, Unit 26

What I love about the master class is that I learn sewing from scratch, the videos are well explained, Stefan gives lots of professional tips and I sew things that fit perfectly.

I’m learning exactly what I’ve always wanted to learn.

Gundi

@gundi_herbstsommer_bauer, Unit 46

The best thing for me is that I can tailor my own clothes directly for me. I proudly wear the creations that I can create myself through the Tailor Academy Masterclass and that all remain unique, nothing off the peg.

My heart beats for the Masterclass and the family.

Anna

@alianasewing, Unit 14

Almost 6 years ago I started sewing out of boredom during my parental leave. I taught myself to sew. The sewn clothes looked accordingly – ‘homemade’.

At some point, ambition got the better of me. I wanted much more: professional quality and workmanship. 2 years ago I registered for the Masterclass at the Schneider Academy.

Although I haven’t finished the master class yet, I’m slowly working my way through the units […] With the Masterclass at the Tailor Academy, this is definitely possible. With each unit, my skills keep getting better and more professional.

Karoline

@die.koenigstochter.juengste, Unit 27/29

I’ve been a member of the Tailor Academy for almost two years and I’ve learned so much more in these two years than in all the years before. I don’t sew anymore, now we tailor.

My works and my skills have reached a completely different level, and that through a lot of practice and learning on the project. You learn so much and in the end you have a tailor-made wardrobe in your closet!

I’m a big fan of the Tailor Academy.

Video Reviews

Hila Willing

Saturday Night Stitch

“if you would like to improve your tailoring skills, and pick up…”

Lisa Kisch

And Sew On

“Initially I honestly thought that would really gonna bother…” 

Whitney Luckenbill

TomKat Stitchery

“If sewing is something you are interested in doing…”

Steve Nobles

Translation & Voiceover

Steve Nobles translates our lessons into English and overdubs them. He already knows a lot about sewing and we’re glad that he’s part of our team.

Our Apprentices' Successes

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“”Practice makes perfect. And of course the many expert tips help.”
Vinzenz W.

Apprentice of the year award for the team of Wimmer schneidert
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.

The Wimmer schneidert team celebrating apprentice's success
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.

Award ceremony for SkillsAustria success
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 award ceremony
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.”
Leonhard W.

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“I really learned a lot. Thanks for the training!”
Gregor Q.

Success for Wimmer schneidert apprentices in tailoring competition
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!

Genuine tailoring skills straight from the expert

Stefan Wimmer explains why we share our know-how in an online sewing class

When we first announced that we’d share our knowledge of the tailoring craft, the reactions ranged from curiosity to criticism, but for us, it was a question of ensuring the future of the trade: as one of the oldest tailor’s shops in the world, we have collected generations’ worth of knowledge and practical experience, passing on this wealth of knowledge to our numerous award-winning apprentices, master tailors and designers over the years. But more often than not, we had to send away qualified and talented people because there are many more applicants than spots. 

„We are becoming more and more aware of this trend. Of course, I am pleased that so many people are interested in this beautiful craft. But at the same time it saddens me that every year we have to reject dozens of qualified applicants who want to learn our beautiful craft.“ – Stefan Wimmer

Thanks to Tailor Academy, the professional online sewing class for all levels, that limitation is now a thing of the past and thousands of people will get the chance at realising their dreams of acquiring professional dressmaking skills straight from the source.

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.

52 Units:

Basic Course

Three enjoyable and instructive projects with step-by-step instructions.

$269

$97

Includes:

Advanced

8 Units
$ 279 $568
  • 8 Units Total
  • all from Basic
  • + incl. "Fabric Knowledge" ($49)
  • 6 weeks money-back guarantee

Professional

26 Units
$ 897 $ 1 666
  • 26 Units Total
  • all from Basic
  • all from Advanced
  • + incl. "Cut & Fitting I" ($99)
  • + incl. "Cut & Fitting II" ($99)
  • 6 weeks money-back guarantee

Masterclass

52 Units
$ 1797 $ 3064
  • 52 Units Total
  • all from Basic
  • all from Advanced
  • all from Professional
  • + incl. "Cut & Fitting III" ($99)
  • 6 weeks money-back guarantee
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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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Our Apprentices' Successes

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“”Practice makes perfect. And of course the many expert tips help.”
Vinzenz W.

Apprentice of the year award for the team of Wimmer schneidert
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.

The Wimmer schneidert team celebrating apprentice's success
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!

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Thanks for the great training!”
Theresa L.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“With a practice-oriented training you have a clear advantage when the craft is evaluated”
Lisa R.

Award ceremony for SkillsAustria success
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 award ceremony
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).

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Thank you for introducing me to tailoring.”
Leonhard W.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“I really learned a lot. Thanks for the training!”
Gregor Q.

Success for Wimmer schneidert apprentices in tailoring competition
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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