Making a Tie: Tailoring Techniques for Beginners
A course by Matteo Olivieri , Tailor Brand
Learn fundamental tailoring techniques to create a classy tie, from the first cut to the finished knot
Want to bring the art of made-in-Italy fashion into your own home? Join Matteo Olivieri, owner of the atelier Sanvenero di Savona, and discover the elegant, time-honored craft of tie-making. Sanvenero is a tailor's shop specializing in handmade, custom suits, shirts, and ties that have dressed famous actors, singers, public figures, and other celebrities throughout the years.
In this online course, learn to make a tie using traditional tailoring techniques alongside Matteo and an expert tailor. They teach you about the history of this classic accessory and the types that exist before guiding you through the process of creating your own, from the first cut to the final stitch. Indulge in the timeless style of Italian tailoring and make a unique, high-quality product with your own hands.
What will you learn in this online course?
12 lessons & 15 downloads
- 93% positive reviews (30)
- 1,234 students
- 12 lessons (1h 26m)
- 15 additional resources (2 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Italian
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Make a tie using traditional tailoring techniques.
Who is this online course for?
Anyone who wants to try their hand at making a tie.
Requirements and materials
No previous knowledge is required to take this course.
In terms of materials, you need silk, wool canvas fabric, viscose lining, scissors, pins, cotton thread, a needle, a tailor's tape measure and chalk, and other items your teacher will specify during the course.
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Matteo Olivieri
A course by Matteo Olivieri
Matteo Olivieri is the owner of Sanvenero, a family business and tailor's shop founded in 1880 in Savona. Sanvenero specializes in custom suits, shirts, and ties inspired by the prevalent style in Italy during the '50s and '60s. The high-end tailor brand also boasts a location in the heart of Milan and has had the honor of dressing famous actors, singers, public figures, and other celebrities since it first opened its doors.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
The Tie
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Tools and Materials
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Historical Notions
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Structural Features
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Style, Fabrics, Colors, and Patterns
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U3
Creation of the Tie
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The Idea
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The Paper Patterns
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Cutting
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U4
Seam and Knots
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Lining and Packaging
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Sewing and Ironing
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The Art of the Beautiful Knot
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FP
Final project
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Making a Tie: Tailoring Techniques for Beginners
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Sono molto soddisfatta di questo corso! I passaggi sono semplici e ben spiegati, Giuliana è impeccabile nella spiegazione del cartamodello e della confezione, è facile da replicare.
Lo consiglio vivamente a chi è alle prime armi con il cucito.
Excellent course with step-by-step instructions that are easy to follow. Now all I need is to buy suitable fabric.
It is a wonderful course, I had enjoyed watching the course, and planing to buy some fabric this weekend to made me a tie for the wedding of my daughter next summer
que buen curso!! que elegante todo.
Love this course! Wonderful instruction for a complete beginner.