Bespoke cutter and tailor

Level

Higher

Length

2 yrs

typical

Sector

Creative and design

Pay

Paid

you earn while training

In a nutshell

Producing tailored garments that are cut and made to a unique pattern for an individual.

Take detailed body measurements and record client preferences

Draft patterns and cut cloth to individual specifications

Baste garments together for fitting appointments

Attend fittings and mark alterations with the client

Hand-sew lapels, linings and finishing details

Press and shape garments at each stage of construction

Complete and finish garments to the agreed delivery standard

Pattern drafting and block construction from measurements

Cloth knowledge including wool, silk and specialist fabrics

Hand sewing techniques including pad stitching and finishing

Basting and fitting procedures with clients

Construction of structured garments including suits and coats

Alteration and adjustment of bespoke garments

Client consultation and measurement taking

Ready to look for a place?

See live Bespoke cutter and tailor apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.

A Careermash concept · apprenticeship standard from our careers engine · vacancies via gov.uk.