LYNDA MAYNARD DESIGNS
Master pattern drafting, sewing and fitting
PATTERN DRAFTING * SEWING * FITTING
Master the art of
couture sewing
with Lynda Maynard
An accomplished author and teacher with 25+ years of experience in couture techniques, pattern drafting, and fitting. Live online classes, in-person labs, and a community that loves to sew.
FEATURED WINTER CLASS • NOW ENROLLING
The Motorcycle Jacket: Draft & Sew
★ Draft your own pattern from your personal sloper • Sew a test garment • Finish your jacket ★
SESSION
Winter 2027
SCHEDULE
Mondays
5:30-7:00 pm
PST
DURATION
6-week or
8-week
option
PRICE
$250 (6-week)
$295 (8-week)
FALL 2026
Upcoming Classes
October 19 - December 10, 2026 • All classes live on Zoom
8 weeks
Basic Pant Sloper and Jean Draft
M 7-8:30 pm, PST
$295
Begins Jan 11
4 weeks
Finish It!
Tu 3-4:30 pm, PST
$200
Begins Jan 12
8 weeks
Pant Construction
W 1:30-3 pm, PST
$295
Begins Jan 13
8 weeks
Bodice Sloper With Sleeve (Moulage)
W 3:30-5 pm, PST
$295
Begins Jan 13
7 weeks
Knit Pant Sloper: from Leggings to Ponte
W 10:30 am - 12 pm, PST
$275
Begins Jan 13
6 weeks
Tailoring Part 2
M 5:30-7 pm, PST
$250
Begins Jan 11
8 weeks
Drafting the Classic Shirt
M 3:30-5 pm, PST
$295
Begins Jan 11
8 weeks (or 6, see description)
Motorcycle Jacket: Draft & Sew
W 5:30-7 pm, PST
$295 ($250 if you skip Jacket Sloper)
Begins Jan 13
HOW IT WORKS
About the Classes
DURATION
Lynda's classes meet weekly for 4-weeks ($200), 6-weeks ($250), 7-week ($275), 8-weeks ($295) or 4-weeks, 2X/week for 8 sessions ($295)
ONLINE / ZOOM
Each 1½ hour meeting is live on Zoom and all class meetings are recorded. The link to the recording is sent out at the end of each class and is available to students for 8 weeks. All class times are noted in Pacific Standard Time (PST)
INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEOS
As part of each class, Lynda also shows instructional videos, which students will have access to after class. These links do not expire
CLASS SIZE
12 students in classes that include fitting, 15 students in classes that do not.
OFFICE HOURS
Lynda will hold office hours twice each week. Details will be sent as classes are about to begin.
INSTRUCTOR ACCESS
You'll have access to Lynda during class and in our weekly office hours— your best opportunity to ask questions and get hands-on help. If you run into something that can't wait, Lynda is still available by email between classes
PRIVATE LESSONS
Online private lessons are also an option if you'd like more personalized guidance.