Courses
Gather together with makers of all levels to learn new skills and celebrate traditional crafts and regenerative living. Whether you're interested in half-day workshops or multi-week courses, there's something for everyone! Located in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada, we offer hands-on experiences in a variety of subjects, all taught in either the beautiful studios at the New Brunswick College of Craft & Design (NBCCD) or one of our partnering locations.
Pattern Manipulation – Nicole Daigle
2-DAY COURSE – February 28 and March 1, 2026 | 9 am – 4 pm
Join NBCCD Fashion Instructor Nicole Daigle for a practical introduction to pattern manipulation. In this workshop, you’ll learn key techniques such as slash and spread, dart rotation, adding fullness, pleats, and gathers to transform a basic bodice block into new design variations.
Designed for returning students who already have their basic block, this course focuses on hands-on experimentation and guided exercises to help you understand how pattern changes affect style and silhouette.
You’ll leave with a collection of manipulated pattern samples and the skills to apply these techniques to future garments. Perfect for anyone looking to build confidence and expand their pattern-making toolkit.
TICKET PRICING & MATERIAL COST:
Regular ticket price (December 5, 12 pm): $319 + taxes (HST)
NBCCD staff, faculty, and current students receive 20% off regular ticket sales while supplies last. Find the NBCCD Discount ticket below.
Please bring or expect to purchase at the NBCCD College Store:
- A pencil, eraser, ruler, notebook for taking notes, fabric scissors, paper scissors, muslin for mocking up patterns ($10 – $20)
- A sewing machine if you have one, otherwise there will be some available to borrow
FAQ and refund information can be found at the bottom of this page
THE INSTRUCTOR:
Nicole Daigle is a fashion alumna from the New Brunswick College of Craft and Design and is currently an instructor at the college. Nicole graduated from NBCCD in 2018, completing the Foundation Visual Arts certificate, Fashion Design diploma and the Advanced Studio Practice certificate. In her personal practice, she focuses on women’s evening wear, and costumes inspired by the 18th and 19th centuries.
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FAQ
Refunds
If a request for a refund is submitted at least 14 days before the course begins, you will be eligible for a 94% refund. A 6% deduction will cover the administration costs and stripe service fee. For refund requests made between 8 and 13 days before the course begins, a 75% refund will be granted. If a refund request is received within 7 days or less before the course start date, a refund will not be issued unless we can fill your spot with another participant. In the event that a participant cannot attend an in-person course due to illness, they can receive a Honeybee voucher for 75% of the value of their course that can be paid towards another class in the future. The participant will need to notify the Honeybee Coordinator before the course begins.
Cancellations
If a workshop is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances regarding the instructor facilities or low enrolment, a 100% refund will be granted to registered participants. If class is cancelled due to weather, the course will be moved to the following weekend (unless otherwise specified). If you cannot attend the new scheduled time, you will be granted a 100% refund.
For more information regarding cancellations, refunds, and our policies, please refer to our frequently asked questions.