Couturier, Juan Carlos Quintana, is committed to the art of crafting beautiful and quality clothing. The couturier has created five different modules, with the ethos of keeping the antique craftsmanship of couture alive.
On the courses, students will be offered the opportunity to learn at our studio, as well as experience the real work environment of an Atelier. The modules will allow students to acquire key skills needed to create couture garments; learning to produce their own patterns, select fabrics, as well as the traditional way of cutting and marking the fabric. Students will be encouraged to develop and bring life to their own designs with the help of Juan Carlos Quintana. The couturier will assist students with the selection of the right couture finish for each of their designs, including how to press and hand-make finishes on a garment. These are all important components, hand finishes being over 75% of couture garments.
The courses will consist of five students, providing each the chance to focus and develop their individual designs. The small class setting will also permit students to maximize their experience and acquire knowledge, not only from our house, but also each other.
Not only will students learn Quintana's haute couture techniques on their selected course, but also build on their unique skill set and ideas, extending beyond the duration of the project. Depending on the course students decide to take, they will learn specific techniques and how to work with and attain certain fabrics, which will greatly assist their future endeavours. Those wishing to attend the course will also find the experience immensely beneficial, not only in the practical sense, but in seeking guidance, direction and support for future aspirations.
For more information on specific courses and how to apply please email qc@quintanacouture.com
Students are required to possess an advanced knowledge of garment construction and how to create basic patterns from scratch. Students must know how to stitch on a machine or find someone who can seam for them. The courses are designed to let students experience and learn the highest level of hand-made couture.
Each course will consist of one class, 3 to 4 hours long per week, and lasting from 8 to 15 weeks depending on the selected course. A substantial amount of homework is to be expected: the students will learn techniques during the course and are expected to complete the garments in their own time.
Price: £320
Wednesdays(am) from 19th November to 10th December
Thursdays (pm) from 26th February to 19th March
Price: £370
Wednesdays(am) from 20th November to 11th December
Thursdays (pm) from 28th January to 18th February
Price: £650
Wednesdays(am) from 28th January to 18th March
Price: £600
Wednesdays(am) from 16th April to 28th May
Price: £690
Wednesdays(am) from 29th January to 26th March
Price: £770
Wednesdays(am) from 15th April to 17th June
Price: £3,000
This course is designed for the individual, and consists of 4 hours per class, one day per week for 15 weeks, at your convenient time.
(am): 9am-1/2pm
(pm): 4.30pm-8/9pm
These two courses give the opportunity to focus on sewing technique in order to achieve a couture skirt or strapless in a shorter period. Each student will work their own piece, but each in the same design and fabric.
The introductory courses are a perfect stepping stone to the other courses, in which students create patterns of their own design, learn about how to fit the garment and work it in their chosen material.
Day 1 (4hrs) Learn to cut and mark the fabric. We will also learn how to prepare the pieces before seaming.
Day 2 (3hrs) Pockets and zip
Day 3 (4hrs) Lining waistband and hemming.
Day 4 (3hrs) Finalize and press the couture skirt.
Total hours: 14hrs through 4 weeks.
Wednesdays(am) from 19th November to 10th December
Thursdays (pm) from 26th February to 19th March
Price: £320
Day 1 (4hrs) Learn how to cut, mark and mount the fabric. We will also learn how to prepare the pieces before seaming.
Day 2 (4hrs) Placing the boning, cup shape and reinforcing the edges.
Day 3 (4hrs) Fastening, finishing and lining.
Day 4 (4hrs) Lining and pressing.
Total hours: 16hrs through 4 weeks.
Wednesdays(am) from 20th November to 11th December
Thursdays (pm) from 28th January to 18th February
Price: £370
Register your interest by emailing qc@quintanacouture.com
Pencil, eraser, tailor’s curve, long thin pins, set square, paper scissors, fabric scissors, tracing wheel, chalk tracing paper (white preferable), polyester thread, silk thread, a hand towel.
The couturier will be happy to advise on where to purchase this equipment during your first class.
The course requires that the student is equipped with much of their basic apparatus. The couturier will provide resources such as pattern paper, machinery and studio space and the fabric for this project. Students are welcome to borrow metal rulers, pins and other equipment, however these will be needed for working at home so it is advisable to also have a personal supply
Pencil, eraser, tailor’s curve, long thin pins, set square, paper scissors, fabric scissors, tracing wheel, chalk tracing paper (white preferable), polyester thread, silk thread, a hand towel.
The couturier will be happy to advise on where to purchase this equipment during your first class.
The course requires that the student is equipped with much of their basic apparatus. The couturier will provide resources such as pattern paper, machinery and studio space and the fabric for this project. Students are welcome to borrow metal rulers, pins and other equipment, however these will be needed for working at home so it is advisable to also have a personal supply
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This course allows students to work with light to medium weight fabrics. It is the perfect opportunity to learn delicate finishes with lace, smooth chiffons, slinky crepes, transparencies, relaxed silhouette, soft shapes and movement.
Day 1 (4hrs)Learn how to take measurements and how to create the pattern of the basic shape of a blouse. Discuss student’s design and start planning how to make the pattern.
Day 2 (4hrs)Learn to transform basic pattern shapes to the student’s design, students will select the right fabric and rest of materials with the help of the couturier.
Day 3 (3hrs)Learn to cut and mark the toile fabric (fitting garment made of muslin or calico for an individual client).
Day 4 (4hrs)Day one of the techniques required for assembling the piece.
Day 5 (4hrs)Day two of learning the techniques required in our piece.
Day 6 (4hrs)Learn to fit the toile and how to amend the patterns, proceed to cut selected fabrics and how to mark these pieces.
Day 7 (2hrs)Supervised development of the garment and second fitting of the student’s final piece in the real fabrics.
Day 8 (2hrs)Finalize and press the couture blouse.
Total hours: 27hrs through 8 weeks.
Wednesdays(am) from 28th January to 18th March
Price: £650
Register your interest by emailing qc@quintanacouture.com
Pencil, eraser, tailor’s curve, long thin pins, set square, paper scissors, fabric scissors, tracing wheel, chalk tracing paper (white preferable), calico or muslin (amount and quality will depend on your design), chosen fabric for your design (amount and quality will depend on your design), polyester thread, silk thread, a hand towel.
The couturier will be happy to advise on where to purchase this equipment during your first class.
The course requires that the student is equipped with much of their basic apparatus, as well as being able to acquire their own fabrics and materials independently. The couturier will provide resources such as pattern paper, machinery and studio space, as well as guidance for selecting the best materials. Students are welcome to borrow metal rulers, pins and other equipment, however these will be needed for working at home so it is advisable to also have a personal supply
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This course allows students to learn and experiment with volume, geometrical shapes, paneling, flouncing, gathering, and rushing. Students could work with light, medium, or heavy fabrics.
Day 1 (4hrs) Learn how to take the measurements and how to create the pattern of two basic skirt shapes, pencil, circle and tulip. Discuss student’s design and start planning how to make the pattern.
Day 2 (4hrs) Learn to transform from the basic pattern shapes to the student’s design. You will also select the right fabric and rest of materials with the help of the couturier.
Day 3 (3hrs) Learn to cut and mark the toile fabric (fitting garment made of muslin or calico for an individual client).
Day 4 (4hrs) Day one of the techniques required and how start assembling the piece.
Day 5 (4hrs) Learn to fit the toile and how to mend the patterns, proceed to cut selected fabrics, and mark them.
Day 6 (3hrs) Supervised development of the garment and second fitting of the student’s final piece in the real fabrics.
Day 7 (3hrs) Finalize and press the couture skirt.
Total hours: 25hrs through 8 weeks.
Wednesdays(am) from 16th April to 28th May
Price: £600
Register your interest by emailing qc@quintanacouture.com
Pencil, eraser, tailor’s curve, long thin pins, set square, paper scissors, fabric scissors, tracing wheel, chalk tracing paper (white preferable), calico or muslin (amount and quality will depend on your design), chosen fabric for your design (amount and quality will depend on your design), polyester thread, silk thread, a hand towel.
The couturier will be happy to advise on where to purchase this equipment during your first class.
The course requires that the student is equipped with much of their basic apparatus, as well as being able to acquire their own fabrics and materials independently. The couturier will provide resources such as pattern paper, machinery and studio space, as well as guidance for selecting the best materials. Students are welcome to borrow metal rulers, pins and other equipment, however these will be needed for working at home so it is advisable to also have a personal supply.
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This course will allow students to learn about the strength of a garment, and the importance of shape and tailoring. The course is ideal for using medium to heavy fabrics, whilst learning about durability technicality, construction, interesting pockets and precise tailoring.
Day 1 (4hrs) Learn to take the measurements and create a pattern for the traditional trouser. Discuss the student’s selected design and start planning how to create the patterns.
Day 2 (4hrs) Transform the basic pattern shapes to the student’s design. Students will select the right fabric and rest of materials with the help of the couturier.
Day 3 (3hrs) Learn to cut and mark the toile fabric (fitting garment made of muslin or calico for an individual client).
Day 4 (3hrs) Day one of the techniques required for assembling the piece.
Day 5 (3hrs) Day two of learning the techniques required for the piece.
Day 6 (3hrs) Day three of learning the techniques required for the piece.
Day 7 (4hrs) Learn to fit the toile, amend the patterns and cut the selected fabrics, and how to mark these pieces.
Day 8 (3hrs) Supervised development and second fitting of the final piece in real fabrics.
Day 9 (3hrs) Finalize and press the couture trouser.
Total hours: 30hrs through 9 weeks.
Wednesdays(am) from 29th January to 26th March
Price: £690
Register your interest by emailing qc@quintanacouture.com
Pencil, eraser, tailor’s curve, long thin pins, set square, paper scissors, fabric scissors, tracing wheel, chalk tracing paper (white preferable), calico or muslin (amount and quality will depend on your design), chosen fabric for your design (amount and quality will depend on your design), polyester thread, silk thread, a hand towel.
The couturier will be happy to advise on where to purchase this equipment during your first class.
The course requires that the student is equipped with much of their basic apparatus, as well as being able to acquire their own fabrics and materials independently. The couturier will provide resources such as pattern paper, machinery and studio space, as well as guidance for selecting the best materials. Students are welcome to borrow metal rulers, pins and other equipment, however these will be needed for working at home so it is advisable to also have a personal supply.
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This course is all about structure and extreme body sculpting and will cover boning, wiring, the construction of cups. The intricacy of these type of pieces can open the opportunity to experience several techniques from different areas of clothing making.
Day 1 (3hrs) Learn how take the measurements and create the pattern of a traditional strapless. Discuss the student’s design and start planning the making of it.
Day 2 (3hrs) Create the pattern of a traditional strapless with cups. Discuss the student’s design and start planning the making of it.
Day 3 (4hrs) Transform the basic pattern shapes to the student’s design. Students will select the right fabric and rest of materials with the help of the couturier.
Day 4 (3hrs) Learn to cut and mark the Toile fabric (fitting garment made of calico for an individual client).
Day 5 (3hrs) Day one of the techniques required for assembling the piece.
Day 6 (3hrs) Learn to fit the toile, amend the patterns and correct the toile if necessary.
Day 7 (4hrs) Second fitting day and amendments to the pattern if necessary. Cut the selected fabrics, and learn how to mark these pieces.
Day 8 (3hrs) Supervised development and fitting day of the final piece. Day two of learning the techniques required for the piece.
Day 9 (3hrs) Supervised development and final fitting of the final piece. Day three of learning the techniques required for the piece.
Day 10 (3hrs) Finalize and press our couture strapless.
Total hours : 32hrs through 10 weeks.
Wednesdays(am) from 15th April to 17th June
Price: £770
Register your interest by emailing qc@quintanacouture.com
Pencil, eraser, tailor’s curve, long thin pins, set square, paper scissors, fabric scissors, tracing wheel, chalk tracing paper (white preferable), calico or muslin (amount and quality will depend on your design), chosen fabric for your design (amount and quality will depend on your design), polyester thread, silk thread, a hand towel.
The couturier will be happy to advise on where to purchase this equipment during your first class.
The course requires that the student is equipped with much of their basic apparatus, as well as being able to acquire their own fabrics and materials independently. The couturier will provide resources such as pattern paper, machinery and studio space, as well as guidance for selecting the best materials. Students are welcome to borrow metal rulers, pins and other equipment, however these will be needed for working at home so it is advisable to also have a personal supply.
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This course is for the bride who wants to make her own dress or any interested individual who would like to learn how to make a couture wedding dress. The course is about Juan Carlos Quintana guiding the bride step by step to bring her wedding vision to life, from making her own pattern, fitting it, and learning how to make the dress from start to finish. Even to details such as learning how to pack it properly! It is a beautiful experience where the individual will learn all the techniques involved with creating a wedding dress.
The courses will consist of a 4 hour class per week during a 15 week period. Because of the level of intricacy and amount of detail involved, this course needs to be dedicated to one student only. It will involve finding a good machinist, which Quintana Couture can supply you with. In the case of the individual wishing to undertake the machine seaming themselves (recommended only for those with good machine sewing skills) the garment will need to be transported inside a suitable suitcase.
Price: £3,000
Register your interest by emailing qc@quintanacouture.com
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