Duration
1 year
Frequency
Saturday
total hours
270
Language
Italian
start date
September 26, 2026
location
Milan
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The annual Children’s Pattern Making course at Istituto Secoli is designed for those who wish to specialize in the pattern making of children’s clothing, from ages 2 to 12. It is aimed at students with a solid background in pattern making and industry professionals who want to enhance their technical skills and expand their career opportunities. The program offers advanced training on the specifics of children’s clothing, which differs in proportions, volumes, and fit from adult clothing.
The program is structured into three educational modules, progressively covering light clothing, outerwear, and underwear, with the option to attend the first module individually.
Through the application of the Secoli Method, students learn the techniques of geometric construction of basic patterns, pattern transformations to create stylistic variations, and size development. The course combines technical rigor and design sensitivity, providing concrete tools to competently work in the kidswear sector, one of the most dynamic and evolving areas of fashion.
Who is this course suitable for?
The course is aimed at students with a strong background in pattern making and fashion industry professionals who wish to update and deepen their technical skills, specializing in the pattern making of children’s clothing.
What are the career prospects?
Upon completion of the program, participants will be able to develop their careers in the technical design phases of a children’s clothing collection, working in all professions related to the Pattern Office (Pattern Maker), either as freelance professionals or in industrial, service, or artisanal companies.
Class Schedule
The course includes 270 hours of lessons.
Attendance is mandatory with classes on Saturday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and from 12:45 PM to 3:45 PM for a total of 6 hours per week.
The lessons will be delivered primarily in person, given the importance of laboratory activities in the curriculum, but with the support of various digital applications.
Main Subjects
children’s pattern making – light clothing / children’s pattern making – outerwear / children’s pattern making – underwear
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Faculty
Saturday and Evening Courses
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