Making a Tie: Tailoring Techniques for Beginners
A course by Matteo OlivieriTailor Brand
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
Tools and Materials
3 minutes, 54 seconds
Historical Notions
4 minutes, 46 seconds
Structural Features
4 minutes, 46 seconds
Style, Fabrics, Colors, and Patterns
5 minutes, 41 seconds
The Idea
3 minutes, 32 seconds
The Paper Patterns
16 minutes, 44 seconds
What's included in this course?
Begin by getting to know your teacher, Matteo Olivieri, and how he came to run the family tailoring business Sanvenero, founded in 1880 in Savona. Discover the influences that inspire his work, especially the retro style from the '50s and '60s in Italy.
Next, Matteo gives you an overview of the course materials before immersing you in the world of the necktie. Learn about its historical background, the different types and their defining characteristics, and how to choose the right one based on the season and your outfit.
Move on to the final project and see how to make your own everyday tie with help from Matteo and a professional tailor. Start by drawing the pattern and use it as a guide to cut the fabric.
Once you have the individual pieces, add in the lining, shape your tie, and hand-sew it together. Finish up by sewing on the keeper loop and learn to tie an art-worthy knot.
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.
Reviews
- 2 months ago
La parte iniziale, dedicata alla storia e alle spiegazioni generali,è molto interessante.La parte di cartamodello e confezione invece risulta troppo superficiale: vengono indicate misure e passaggi, ma non viene spiegata la logica costruttiva necessaria per modificare il modello in autonomia. Mancano alcuni approfondimenti tecnici, come proporzioni, altezza del passantino e posizione del tassello in caso di variazioni.Valido per un approccio base,meno per chi cerca una preparazione sartoriale.
- 3 months ago
The whole course is amazing. Thorough explanation, very good voice and video quality, great application during pattern & fabric cut, amazing assembly and sewing.
- 8 months ago
This is a beautiful course. The music, visuals, and presenter are all very elegant. I don't know much about tailoring, but I've already learned so much. I'm a busy person. I'm glad the videos are straight to the point with just enough flair.
- 9 months ago
Molti passaggi sono spiegati male e velocemente: - il passantino viene detto di disegnarlo a 5 cm ma nelle immagini si vede che è di 4 cm - la cucitura di codino e pala di confezione (che tipo di cucitura e come) - assemblare pala e codino con tassello non viene indicato come assemblare i pezzi (altezza, posizione) passaggi che su altri tutorial di YouTube sono indicati benissimo addirittura con tacche su cartamodello. Insomma soldi spesi male per questo corso se poi bisogna andare su YT.
- 1 year ago
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.
Content
- U1
Introduction
- About Me
- Influences
- U2
The Tie
- Tools and Materials
- Historical Notions
- Structural Features
- Style, Fabrics, Colors, and Patterns
- U3
Creation of the Tie
- The Idea
- The Paper Patterns
- Cutting
- U4
Seam and Knots
- Lining and Packaging
- Sewing and Ironing
- The Art of the Beautiful Knot
- FP
Final project
- Making a Tie: Tailoring Techniques for Beginners
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FAQs
Yes, this course is designed for those who already have basic tailoring skills and want to deepen their knowledge of specific techniques for crafting handmade custom ties.
To participate, you'll need tailor's scissors, a measuring tape, tailor's chalk, a sewing machine, an iron, fabrics, lining, and cardboard for patterns.
You'll learn how to design, cut, sew, and personalize handmade ties, selecting fabrics, shapes, sizes, and finishes following Italian tradition.
Yes, the course includes creating custom patterns by adjusting shapes, lengths, and widths to individual needs.
The course guides you in choosing ideal fabrics based on season, style, and purpose, with special focus on jacquard and silk.
Yes, there is a dedicated section on hand sewing with pick stitching to ensure artisanal quality and durability.
Yes, the program covers making various models, including classic and bottle-shaped ties, explaining their differences and construction steps.