Italian Dressmaking School

Italian Dressmaking School Italian Dressmaking School was founded in 1961 in Johannesburg and has since taught thousands of students across the country.

Women owned and run since its inception our goal is to help you create clothes that are made to fit size you.

09/05/2026

Sometimes just taking the next step is what gets you out the funk of stuck. Learning something new can frustrating. But it’s really really rewarding too.

Follow as we unpack common patternmaking questions.

Patternmaking really doesn’t need to be complicated. It can be fun, simple and extremely rewarding. Follow us for more
05/05/2026

Patternmaking really doesn’t need to be complicated. It can be fun, simple and extremely rewarding.

Follow us for more

04/05/2026

Expectations can change a bit when you make something for yourself. We see this a lot with students! But we’ve got a tip for you…

21/03/2026

Loaded! Our first full video course has dropped! Valued at R1600 you can get it for R499 or completely free when you buy The Full Set!

Join us on this adventure finally making clothes that fit your body!

Patternmaker required for this pattern.

14/02/2026

See how easy it is! The L ink to using your patternmaker to draft your basic bodice block is in our bio!

Have any questions? Dm us!

27/01/2026

But Irene…. What’s in the box?!

We are giving away a free video course to the first 250 customers who purchase The Full Set as part of the celebration o...
23/01/2026

We are giving away a free video course to the first 250 customers who purchase The Full Set as part of the celebration of our new packaging and video course launch. A super simple fun puff sleeve tuck top with a back tie detail.

Hi, a little intro to get 2026 started. I’m Irene, third generation owner of Italian Dressmaking School. I am super exci...
17/01/2026

Hi, a little intro to get 2026 started. I’m Irene, third generation owner of Italian Dressmaking School. I am super excited to head into 2026 with some great courses and a new look and feel.

We are adding a bunch of value and a pricing increase to match. Get yours while stocks last!
12/12/2025

We are adding a bunch of value and a pricing increase to match. Get yours while stocks last!

We’re wrapping up for the holidays.🗓 Closure Dates: We’ll be on holiday from 12th December to the 2nd January.🧵 It’s bee...
09/12/2024

We’re wrapping up for the holidays.
🗓 Closure Dates: We’ll be on holiday from 12th December to the 2nd January.
🧵 It’s been a year of creativity and growth thanks to YOU, our amazing students, teachers and supporters
✨ We can’t wait to create more in 2025.

Address

Rhodes Avenue, Parktown West
Johannesburg
2193

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 14:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 14:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 14:00
Thursday 08:00 - 14:00
Friday 08:00 - 14:00

Telephone

+27711842384

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