Anita Pilkington Design Studio

Upcoming Events

Introduction to Clothing Design and Construction

27 September @ Sunshine House Community Hub

About

Anita Pilkington is a sustainable clothing designer and educator based in the North West of England. With decades of experience in the clothing and fashion industry, she has held various roles, including clothing design, garment technology, and pattern cutting. Anita holds a Masters Degree in Fashion and Business, along with a Postgraduate Certificate in Creative Education.Anita is comitted to sharing her skills and expertise to foster a sustainable future for the fashion industry. She believes that by teaching people to design, create, alter, and upcycle clothing, they will be less inclined to purchase fast fashion items. This, in turn, can positively impact the future of the clothing and fashion industry.Anita Pilkington hosts the following types of workshops related to fashion and clothing:Beginners' clothing design and constructionIntermediate clothing design and constructionAdvanced clothing design and constructionPattern cutting (including block drafting)Draping on a standZero/low waste pattern cuttingSustainable clothing design (including sustainable choices for fabrics and trims)Alteration and repairGarment upcycling and customisation.