Seminars

SEMINARS

We will be adding seminar registration to this page soon.

About our SEMINARS. It is not just sewing skills that are required to make or “build” a tutu, but the experience and knowledge put into its design, fabric choices, construction, and fitting that make a quality tutu. With some practice, most intermediate sewers can follow a pattern and “make” a tutu for a recital or student dancer, but the demands of a professional require more than that. It starts with knowing a dancer’s needs. Our Seminars teach just that! From construction methods, working (fitting) on dancers, to the "Art" of the tutu (design and embellishing). Classes cover more than just the sewing techniques you need to know, but also "How's" and "Why's".
Including:
• How total freedom of movement is essential, through the cut of the bodice and skirt.
• How the cut of the costume is also designed to show off the dancers’ body and lines to their full potential.
• Before building a tutu you must also consider the choreography... Will they be partnered? What lifts will be done? Will your tutu work in this situation?
• Is this for a soloist or principal dancer (custom fitted) a company (easily altered to fit others), or for a competition? A student or a professional?
• The construction, including fabric choices, should be sturdy enough to last many years,
and through many alterations. Learn new skills or hone skills you already have. Join others in learning more about this art form. Much of the information provided is only learned as apprentices or “hands-on” in a costume shop or over many years of experience.

Learn what we teach best.

How to build a tutu efficiently.

The “hows”, “why’s” and “how to’s” that are seldom offered

The importance of fitting and advantage our patterns provide.

Join us!

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and for our seminar alumni,

seminar contact:
LV SEMINARS: Tami DeMattia tamidemattia@gmail.com

UK SEMINARS: contact Meri Makipentti info@mytutu.co.uk

Upcoming Seminars

LAS VEGAS July 2019

Shorter, more intensive classes.
Less time away from home/family/work
We’ll provide or be offering some pre-gathered, steamed ruffles to help time management.
Less costs over all
New, more intimate venue location (kitchen included)
Limited "on-site" rooms are available.
More one-on-one, individual attention.
Limited availability.

UK June, July 2019

Shorter, more intensive classes.
Less time away from home/family/work
New, more intimate venue location.
More one-on-one, individual attention.
Limited availability.

TUTU EDUCATION

Introducing our newest program, Tutu Education, an online video course library. Learn how to build tutus, tunics, tiaras, and more all in one place. Study the basics, add new skills, or just improve what you already know by going at your own pace in the comfort of your home. Courses are available 24/7 and we offer monthly or yearly subscriptions. www.tutueducation.com

We still believe that attending seminars is the most effective way to learn this art form. Through one-on-one attention, you may study under the watchful eye of teachers. You will receive individualized attention and suggestions during the process. But for those unable to attend, or simply want access to more, join us at Tutu Education today!