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# NZ Academy of Fashion Design

Where fashion careers begin

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- [Home](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/) - Boutique Academy in Auckland specialising in patternmaking and sewing. We also provide distance learning in both patternmaking and dressmaking in your own home.
- [Privacy Policy](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/privacy/) - Privacy Policy This privacy policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our website and services. 1. Information We Collect We collect information that you provide directly to us, such as when you create an account, make a purchase, or contact us for support. This may include your name,
- [Terms and Conditions](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/terms/) - Terms and Conditions Please read these terms and conditions carefully before using our website and services. 1. Acceptance of Terms By accessing and using this website, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. 2. Use License Permission is granted to temporarily download one copy of the materials
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- [About](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/about/) - Located at Mt Eden, this boutique academy offers Garment Construction and Patternmaking. Beginners to Advanced. After school classes for Teens Call 09 475 5868
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## DP Testimonials

- [Caitlin Biggs](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial/caitlin-biggs/) - I really enjoyed this course and learn a lot over this small timeframe. Sunita went out of her way to ensure all students understood everything that was being taught.
- [Shiloh Sagapolu](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial/shiloh/) - The course challenged me but it was very rewarding and I would recommend it for those who are looking to upskill their sewing/patternmaking. The course was very insightful and it was very hands-on which works for me. The tools and booklet provided have very clear instructions that you can tell have been really though through.
- [Vivian Hsu](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial/vivian-hsu/) - This course is well structured and whenever I don't understand something, the teacher provides clear notes and samples (of what we did in class) that I can easily refer back to. The tutor is patient, highly knowledgeable and brings wealth of experience, which really helps guide me in the right direction.
- [Kellie Castle](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial/kellie-castle-3/) - This is the 2nd course I have gone through now and each time I pick up something new. Lots of golden pieces of nuggets are given. Sunita is very knowledgeable and able to answer all questions given to her and takes her time to make sure we've understood the assignments. I can't wait for the
- [Adeline](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial/adeline/) - Sunita is a passionate teacher willing to go the extra mile to ensure you learn the correct way. She is an easily approachable teacher and you did not feel silly asking any sewing-related questions. She comes highly recommended.
- [Lisa L](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial/lisa-langdon-2/) - Sunita is a fabulous teacher. Before the class started I was concerned that I might not learn much having quilted for years - how wrong I was! We started with the basics and the pace of the course was perfect, moving through facings, setting in sleeves to zips. I thoroughly enjoyed the course and will
- [Zelda Layne](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial/zelda-layne/) - NZ Academy of Fashion has been teaching my 14 yr old daughter to sew clothing. She is progressing quickly and comes home feeling very accomplished. The school has classes for all ages however. :) The teachers have structured the teen class to teach at the girls' level and spend extra one on one time to
- [Monica Wang](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial/monica-wang/) - I recently completed the Beginners Patternmaking Course here and loved it! Such a well-structured course in a friendly environment (and a professional classroom/studio). I had Sunita as a teacher and she was the best, I literally knew nothing about patternmaking before I started this course and I feel like I've learnt so much and now
- [Safia Sana](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial/safia-sana/) - I have completed Beginning patternmaking course from this academy and I love it! I am already skilled as a sewer but I still need to know about pattern making .This course made me more confident to make my own blocks, and I am really appreciate about the training method, tips and techniques which they are
- [Charlotte Staley](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial/charlotte-staley/) - An absolutely FANTASTIC evening course! My friend and I had the time of our lives laughing and joking with Sunita, making a gorgeous skirt. Sunita, the tutor, is knowledgeable, kind, friendly and patient. I learnt ever such a lot about sewing and I can’t wait to show off my new skirt and my new skills.
- [Lisa Lyons](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial/lisa-lyons/) - I really enjoyed the beginner pattern making course. Sunita is an awesome teacher. I really appreciated the time that she took helping me with fitting, and to learn the course material. I have also gained a much better understanding of sewing construction through this course as I now understand how a sewing pattern is put
- [Shannon Rose](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial/shannon-rose/) - I had an awesome experience with NZ Fashion Academy. The beginner garment construction course offered me techniques that has set me up for further developing my sewing skills. At the beginning I didn’t even know how a sewing machine worked! The tutor- Sunita, was so attentive to my learning and would guide me when I
- [Susie Fraser](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial/susie-fraser/) - I have just completed the beginner garment construction course with Sunita. I had never used a sewing machine before and I have gained so many skills during the sessions. Sunita keeps class sizes small and gives so much attention to detail. We were taught multiple techniques to complete all aspects of dressmaking and shown handy
- [Janine Meecham](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial/janine-meecham/) - I recently completed my first beginners course in garment construction. It was so much fun and definitely learned a lot. When I first got there I had no idea what I was doing, but I learned a lot in such a small time, and at the end I could make my own garment which was
- [Helen Hall Reidy](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial/helen-hall-reidy/) - Sunita is very knowledgeable on pattern making
- [Kellie Castle](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial/kellie-castle-2/) - This is the second course I have gone through with Sunita and each time I pick up something new. Lots of golden nuggets are given freely. Sunita is very knowledgable and able to answer all questions given to her and she takes her time to make sure we have understood the assignments. I can't wait
- [Adeline Wong](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial/adeline-wong/) - Sunita is a passionate teacher who is willing to go the extra mile to ensure you learn the correct way. She is an easily approachable teacher that you did not feel silly asking any sewing-related questions. She comes highly recommended.
- [Lisa Langdon](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial/lisa-langdon/) - Sunita is a fabulous teacher, before the course started I was concerned that I might not learn much having quilted for years - how wrong I was! We started with the basics and the pace of the course was perfect moving through facings, setting in sleeves, to zips. I thoroughly enjoyed the course and will
- [Zara Hawthorne](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial/zara-hawthorne/) - I really enjoyed the pace of the class. I felt like we learned a lot over the duration of the course.
- [Katarina Pickering](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial/katarina-pickering/) - When we needed extra help Sunita was always there!
- [Nicole Parry](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial/nicole-parry/) - Thank you Sunita, I loved coming to class. I feel confident to use a sewing machine and am excited to start making my own garments.
- [Lucia Cameron](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial/lucia-cameron/) - Sunita is a wonderful patient teacher who has a wealth of knowledge. The Academy has great facilities and I can't wait to take the next step in my sewing journey
- [Caitlin Palmer](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial/caitlin-palmer/) - Fantastic teacher! Really made sure I understood everything! Loved the course, learnt heaps, inspired to continue learning. Thanks very much!
- [Tarryn Siljeur](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial/tarryn-siljeur/) - Sunita is a very good teacher, I learned so much in a short time. Awesome atmosphere and met lovely people
- [Kellie Castle](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial/kellie-castle/) - Absolutely loved the course so much that I have joined up for 2 more! Sunita is always there to give "golden nuggets of information". I have learned so much already.
- [Kate Guttery](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial/kate-guttery/) - Thanks Sunita for your lovely comments and support. I very much enjoy doing the assignments and find it satisfying to complete them. I’m so glad that I have persevered and you are definitely the reason why I continue. Thanks so much for not giving up on me.
- [Wendy Knight](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial/wendy-knight/) - I have just finished an introduction to patternmaking this course really improved my understanding of how patterns work. Many thanks to Sunita for having time and patience when teaching. I would recommend this course to anyone who sews and wants to improve their finished garments.
- [Raewyn Sun](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial/raewyn-sun/) - My daughter is thoroughly enjoying the Teen sewing class and learning "how to sew" properly, from the basics of operating a sewing machine and sewing in a straight line to end up constructing a perfectly fitted A-Line Skirt with an impeccably sewn zip, buttonhole and waistband. The current project in Term 4 is creating a

## Projects

- [Begining Patternmaking](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/project/beginning-patternmaking/) - Beginning Patternmaking. Learn to draft blocks in standard size and your measurements. at the Academy either morning, evening. Some Adaptations. Up to 6 students.
- [Garment Construction](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/project/garment-construction/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ make_equal=”on” use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ specialty=”on” bg_img_1=”https://fashiondesign.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/creatve-studio.jpg” padding_top_2=”100px” padding_right_2=”40px” padding_bottom_2=”100px” padding_left_2=”40px” _builder_version=”4.16″ inner_width=”100%” inner_max_width=”100%” min_height=”1408px” custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”0px|0px|0px|0px” custom_css_main_element=”margin-left: 0 !important;” use_custom_width=”on” width_unit=”off” custom_width_percent=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_divider show_divider=”off” disabled_on=”off|off|on” _builder_version=”4.16″ height=”400px” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_divider][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ specialty_columns=”2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=”4.16″ max_width=”800px” min_height=”119px” custom_margin=”-36px|||||” custom_padding=”30px|0px|30px|0px” animation_direction=”bottom” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.4″ text_font=”Poppins|600|||||||” text_text_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.6)”
- [Intermediate Garment Construction](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/project/intermediate-garment-construction/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ make_equal=”on” use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ specialty=”on” bg_img_1=”https://fashiondesign.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Untitled-design-6.jpg” padding_top_2=”100px” padding_right_2=”40px” padding_bottom_2=”100px” padding_left_2=”40px” _builder_version=”4.16″ inner_width=”100%” inner_max_width=”100%” custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”0px|0px|0px|0px” custom_css_main_element=”margin-left: 0 !important;” use_custom_width=”on” width_unit=”off” custom_width_percent=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_divider show_divider=”off” disabled_on=”off|off|on” _builder_version=”4.16″ height=”400px” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_divider][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ specialty_columns=”2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=”4.16″ max_width=”800px” min_height=”119px” custom_margin=”-36px|||||” custom_padding=”30px|0px|30px|0px” animation_direction=”bottom” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ text_font=”Poppins|600|||||||” text_text_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.6)” text_line_height=”1.9em”
- [Intermediate Patternmaking](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/project/intermediate-patternmaking/) - Further adaptions to increase your knowledge of patternmaking
- [One on One Tuition](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/project/one-on-one-tuition/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ make_equal=”on” use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ specialty=”on” bg_img_1=”https://fashiondesign.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/pexels-cottonbro-3738073-e1621633526101.jpg” padding_top_2=”100px” padding_right_2=”40px” padding_bottom_2=”100px” padding_left_2=”40px” _builder_version=”4.16″ inner_width=”100%” inner_max_width=”100%” custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”0px|0px|0px|0px” custom_css_main_element=”margin-left: 0 !important;” use_custom_width=”on” width_unit=”off” custom_width_percent=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_divider show_divider=”off” disabled_on=”off|off|on” _builder_version=”4.16″ height=”400px” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_divider][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ specialty_columns=”2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=”4.16″ max_width=”800px” min_height=”119px” custom_margin=”-36px|||||” custom_padding=”30px|0px|30px|0px” animation_direction=”bottom” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Poppins|600|||||||” text_text_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.6)” text_line_height=”1.9em”
- [Coming Soon](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/project/comingsoon/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ make_equal=”on” use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ specialty=”on” bg_img_1=”https://fashiondesign.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/rack.jpg” padding_top_2=”100px” padding_right_2=”40px” padding_bottom_2=”100px” padding_left_2=”40px” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ inner_width=”100%” inner_max_width=”100%” custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”0px|0px|0px|0px” custom_css_main_element=”margin-left: 0 !important;” use_custom_width=”on” width_unit=”off” custom_width_percent=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_divider show_divider=”off” disabled_on=”off|off|on” _builder_version=”4.16″ height=”400px” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_divider][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ specialty_columns=”2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=”4.16″ max_width=”800px” min_height=”119px” custom_margin=”-36px|||||” custom_padding=”30px|0px|30px|0px” animation_direction=”bottom” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ text_font=”Poppins|600|||||||” text_text_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.6)” text_line_height=”1.9em”
- [Draft and Create](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/project/draft-and-create/) - Draft a pattern and then create the garment, see designs come to life
- [Advanced Patternmaking](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/project/advanced-patternmaking/) - Advanced Adaptations to increase your knowledge of patternmaking

## Products

- [Dressmaking](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/product/distance-dressmaking/) - Learn to sew in the comfort of your own home, your work will be sent to the Academy for feedback and assessment by qualified tutors.
- [Dressmaking](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/product/dressmaking/) - Sewing Kit to get you started.
- [Patternmaking](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/product/distance-patternmaking/) - Complete patternmaking course, our own designed course to ensure you learn to patternmake for the female form in most sizes and shapes.
- [Patternmaking](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/product/patternmaking/) - Patternmaking kit for our courses either Distance Patternmaking or Patternmaking at the Academy in Mt Eden, Auckland

## DP Testimonial Categories

- [Patternmaking](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial-category/patternmaking/)
- [After School](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial-category/after-school/)
- [Introductory Patternmaking](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial-category/introductory-patternmaking/)
- [Distance Patternmaking](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial-category/distance-patternmaking/)
- [Beginners Garment Construction](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial-category/beginners-garment-construction/)
- [Intermediate Garment Construction](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/dipl-testimonial-category/intermediate-gc/)

## Project Categories

- [Academy](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/project_category/academy/)

## Product categories

- [Distance](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/product-category/distance/)
- [Kit](https://fashiondesign.co.nz/product-category/kit/)