THIS COURSE IS FOR YOU IF
✨You've already tried embellishing your clothes — and it looked cheap rather than elegant. You feel something's off, but you can't pinpoint what.
✨You keep sewing — but the excitement you had at the start is gone. Every new garment looks like the last one. Technically it all works out, but you feel you’re at a creative dead end.
✨You scroll through designer looks and think, "I could make something like that" — but you can’t quite see what makes their work different from yours.
✨Every time a client asks for "something special," you don't know what to offer beyond what dozens of other sewists already make.
✨You keep sewing — but the excitement you had at the start is gone. Every new garment looks like the last one. Technically it all works out, but you feel you’re at a creative dead end.
✨You scroll through designer looks and think, "I could make something like that" — but you can’t quite see what makes their work different from yours.
✨Every time a client asks for "something special," you don't know what to offer beyond what dozens of other sewists already make.
Сreating lace elements using a Luneville hook; making embellishments and replacing the main fabric with lace
Appliques using a Luneville hook
How to develop unique designs with draping
DRAPING
Сreating voluminous padded elements and transferring them to the garment using a Luneville hook
Voluminous elements using a Luneville hook
Luneville embroidery
Сreating Luneville embroidery using seed beads, sequins, lurex thread, broad plate, and other materials
How to make multi-layer constructions with fringes and wave-like shapes
MULTILAYER GARMENTS
VOLUMINOUS SHAPES
How to create fancy voluminous shapes and garment constructions with wire and rigilene
How to make embroidered and texturized appliques and embellish garments with lace and velvet
APPLIQUES
How to create voluminous flowers with fabrics, ribbons, and silk
FLOWERS
How to process, dye, attach, and embellish feathers to decorate your projects
FEATHERWORK
EMBROIDERY
How to transfer designs to fabric and create hand embroidery with beads, sequins, plate ribbon, raffia, crystals, etc.
In the course, you will learn 45 haute couture techniques
COURSE CONTENTS
1. Techniques you will learn in the course
2. What is haute couture?
2. What is haute couture?
1.1. Introduction. Overview of materials and supplies. Demonstration of samples
1.2. Setting up an embroidery hoop
1.3. Transferring an embroidery design
1.4. Sequin embroidery
1.5. Seed bead, bugle bead, and pearl embroidery
1.6. Applying crystals, chatons, and rhinestone chains. Attaching rhinestones with glue
1.7. Broad plate goldwork embroidery
1.8. Raffia embroidery
1.9. Thread embroidery
1.2. Setting up an embroidery hoop
1.3. Transferring an embroidery design
1.4. Sequin embroidery
1.5. Seed bead, bugle bead, and pearl embroidery
1.6. Applying crystals, chatons, and rhinestone chains. Attaching rhinestones with glue
1.7. Broad plate goldwork embroidery
1.8. Raffia embroidery
1.9. Thread embroidery
2.1. Stack and conical stack stitches
2.2. Fence stitch
2.3. Lace stitch
2.4. Arch stitch
2.5. Check purl and soft purl goldwork techniques
2.6. Combining materials in embroidery
2.7. Loading mesh into an embroidery hoop
2.8. Creating flowers with hand embroidery materials
2.2. Fence stitch
2.3. Lace stitch
2.4. Arch stitch
2.5. Check purl and soft purl goldwork techniques
2.6. Combining materials in embroidery
2.7. Loading mesh into an embroidery hoop
2.8. Creating flowers with hand embroidery materials
3.1. Introduction to feathers: kinds of feathers and specifics of working with them
3.2. Working with goose feathers
3.3. Working with ostrich feathers
3.4. Beading feathers
3.2. Working with goose feathers
3.3. Working with ostrich feathers
3.4. Beading feathers
4.1. Introduction to appliques
4.2. Velvet appliques
4.3. Lace appliques
4.4. Embroidered appliques
4.5. Padded appliques
4.2. Velvet appliques
4.3. Lace appliques
4.4. Embroidered appliques
4.5. Padded appliques
5.1. Introduction to the unit
5.2. Easy fabric flower technique
5.3. Creating flowers by using an iron
5.4. Creating flowers by using various soldering iron tips
5.2. Easy fabric flower technique
5.3. Creating flowers by using an iron
5.4. Creating flowers by using various soldering iron tips
6.1. Introduction to the unit
6.2. Creating voluminous shapes with rigilene boning
6.3. Creating structured details with wire
6.2. Creating voluminous shapes with rigilene boning
6.3. Creating structured details with wire
7.1. Introduction to the unit
7.2. «Wave» technique
7.3. «Rose» technique
7.4. «Flower» technique
7.5. Creating multilayer garments with fraying edges (fringe-like effect)
7.2. «Wave» technique
7.3. «Rose» technique
7.4. «Flower» technique
7.5. Creating multilayer garments with fraying edges (fringe-like effect)
8.1. Introduction to the unit
8.2. Draping a corset
8.3. Smocking
8.2. Draping a corset
8.3. Smocking
Unit 9. Haute Couture Gowns
9.1. Jasmine dress: broad plate goldwork embroidery
9.2. Magdalene slip dress: feathers
9.3. Padded applique
9.4. Hyacinth dress: draping
9.5. Penelope dress: «seaweed» details
9.1. Jasmine dress: broad plate goldwork embroidery
9.2. Magdalene slip dress: feathers
9.3. Padded applique
9.4. Hyacinth dress: draping
9.5. Penelope dress: «seaweed» details
Introduction to the unit
1.1. What is Luneville embroidery?
1.2. Overview of materials and supplies
1.3. Setting up an embroidery frame
1.4. Transferring an embroidery design
1.5. Luneville embroidery basics
1.6. Possible mistakes and how to avoid them when working with a Luneville hook
1.2. Overview of materials and supplies
1.3. Setting up an embroidery frame
1.4. Transferring an embroidery design
1.5. Luneville embroidery basics
1.6. Possible mistakes and how to avoid them when working with a Luneville hook
2.1. Chain stitch filling. Creating bugle bead fringe with a needle. Schiaparelli Spring Summer 2025
2.2. Combining seed beads, sequins, and round beads in embroidery. Elie Saab Haute Couture Spring 2025
2.3. Using round beads, rhinestone chain, and sequins to embroider on velvet. Zuhair Murad Couture 2025
2.2. Combining seed beads, sequins, and round beads in embroidery. Elie Saab Haute Couture Spring 2025
2.3. Using round beads, rhinestone chain, and sequins to embroider on velvet. Zuhair Murad Couture 2025
3.1. Chenille and seed bead embroidery. Christian Dior Spring 2024
3.2. Voluminous elements in embroidery. Yanina Autumn Winter 2025/2026
3.3. Imitating goldwork with lurex thread, broad plate, soft purl, seed beads, and sequins. Zuhair Murad Couture 2025
3.2. Voluminous elements in embroidery. Yanina Autumn Winter 2025/2026
3.3. Imitating goldwork with lurex thread, broad plate, soft purl, seed beads, and sequins. Zuhair Murad Couture 2025
4.1. Finishing scalloped edges with a Rich Stitch technique. Christian Dior Couture 2025
4.2. Pearl and pearl seed bead embroidery. Chanel Couture Spring 2025
4.3. Lace applique. Christian Dior Couture Spring 2025
4.2. Pearl and pearl seed bead embroidery. Chanel Couture Spring 2025
4.3. Lace applique. Christian Dior Couture Spring 2025
YOUR FUTURE RESULTS
Trendy and classic haute couture techniques for
✨ luxurious everyday looks
✨ evening gowns
✨ wedding dresses
✨ premium garments
✨ luxurious everyday looks
✨ evening gowns
✨ wedding dresses
✨ premium garments
COURSE CREATORS
Course tech
An expert in hand and Luneville embroidery with extensive experience of working with famous collectors and museums
Natalia
Course tech
An expert with over 20 years of experience in embroidery and haute couture embellishing techniques
Yelena
Course supervisor and haute couture philosophy guide
An haute couture expert who worked in world-famous luxury fashion brands such as Dior, Chanel, Givenchy, ALAIA, Maison Margiela, Balenciaga, and Kenzo. Yulia currently works at Saint Laurent
Yulia
BONUSES ONLY FOR THIS LAUNCH
1. ADDITIONAL TECHNIQUES
5 video lessons on advanced couture techniques*
*available for the Guided by Mentors and Limitless Sewing course plans only
Weaving and Luneville embroidery elements on aquafilm stabilizer
Creating Garments with «fur» effect
Combined Embroidery Techniques Dolce&Gabbana SS2026
Creating feather fringe
Creating garments with a «wet effect»
2. ADDITIONAL GARMENTS
Ulrikke hoodie
Regina cardigan and Bradley pants
Bethany Skirt
Everdeen Blazer
The full sewing process for five additional garments, with customization diagrams *
*available for the Guided by Mentors and Limitless Sewing course plans only
3. A SET OF VIKISEWS PATTERNS
12 additional sewing patterns in all size and heights
→ 30 couture techniques: FULL HD video lessons
→ 5 garments for practice: patterns + FULL HD video lessons
→ Luneville embroidery: basic, complex, and advanced techniques
→ Limitless access
→ 12 months of mentor support
🎁 5 additional techniques
🎁 5 additional garments
🎁 12 additional sewing patterns
→ 5 garments for practice: patterns + FULL HD video lessons
→ Luneville embroidery: basic, complex, and advanced techniques
→ Limitless access
→ 12 months of mentor support
🎁 5 additional techniques
🎁 5 additional garments
🎁 12 additional sewing patterns
Limitless sewing
$430
→ 30 couture techniques: FULL HD video lessons
→ 5 garments for practice: patterns + FULL HD video lessons
→ Luneville embroidery: basic, complex, and advanced techniques
→ 5-year access
→ 6 months of mentor support
🎁 5 additional techniques
🎁 5 additional garments
🎁 12 additional sewing patterns
→ 5 garments for practice: patterns + FULL HD video lessons
→ Luneville embroidery: basic, complex, and advanced techniques
→ 5-year access
→ 6 months of mentor support
🎁 5 additional techniques
🎁 5 additional garments
🎁 12 additional sewing patterns
Guided by mentors
→ 30 couture techniques: FULL HD video lessons
→ 5 garments for practice: patterns + FULL HD video lessons
→ 2-year access
🎁 12 additional sewing patterns
→ 5 garments for practice: patterns + FULL HD video lessons
→ 2-year access
🎁 12 additional sewing patterns
$350
$390
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Resume learning at any convenient time and keep going at your own pace.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Not exactly. Haute Couture is a course on couture decorating techniques used by the world's leading fashion houses: hand embroidery, Luneville embroidery, appliqué, featherwork, voluminous shapes, draping, and more.
There are no basic garment-construction lessons here — but the program includes 5 finished garments that you'll be able to sew and embellish yourself from start to finish, using the techniques you've learned.
There are no basic garment-construction lessons here — but the program includes 5 finished garments that you'll be able to sew and embellish yourself from start to finish, using the techniques you've learned.
This course is mainly about decorating, not sewing. If you already have basic sewing experience, it will be easier and more comfortable for you.
If you have no experience at all, you can still learn: decorating techniques don't require pattern-drafting skills or the ability to sew structurally complex garments. However, basic fabric-handling skills will be helpful for creating the final pieces.
If you have no experience at all, you can still learn: decorating techniques don't require pattern-drafting skills or the ability to sew structurally complex garments. However, basic fabric-handling skills will be helpful for creating the final pieces.
Yes. The course includes patterns for the five final garments in all sizes and heights. You'll be able to sew them yourself and embellish them with the couture techniques you master during the course.
You will learn essential haute couture techniques, including:
- Hand embroidery and beading
- Working with delicate fabrics like silk, lace, and tulle
- Featherwork and appliqué techniques
- Draping and fabric manipulation
- Precise hand-stitching and finishing methods
- Creating structured and voluminous silhouettes
All lessons are pre-recorded in Full HD and available on the GetCourse platform. You can watch them anytime, in any time zone, from any device — computer, tablet, or phone.
We know our students have different schedules and sometimes completely different time zones. That's why mentor support in the course lasts from 6 months, and access to course materials lasts from 2 years, depending on the course plan you choose.
The course is structured so you can watch the lessons at any time that's convenient for you, regardless of your work schedule or time zone, from any device — whether a home computer, tablet, or phone. A couple of hours a day is enough. There's also a freeze option for up to 90 days.
The course is structured so you can watch the lessons at any time that's convenient for you, regardless of your work schedule or time zone, from any device — whether a home computer, tablet, or phone. A couple of hours a day is enough. There's also a freeze option for up to 90 days.
Yes. If you need more time, access can be extended by 1, 2, or 3 months. Contact your manager for the extension cost.
Mentor support is available on the Guided by Mentors and Limitless Sewing course plans. You can ask questions under the lessons on the GetCourse platform and receive answers within 24 hours.
You can reach out to the sewing mentors about any questions that come up during the course: choosing materials and tools, technique execution, feedback on your work, or advice on applying a technique to your garment.
You can reach out to the sewing mentors about any questions that come up during the course: choosing materials and tools, technique execution, feedback on your work, or advice on applying a technique to your garment.
We know supply costs matter — that's why the course includes a list of supplies needed for the homework in each unit, plus a list of stores recommended by our course expert. The embroidery modules require the most supplies. You can save a lot by practicing with budget materials and saving the good stuff for your "final" piece.
You can pay by bank card. US residents can pay via Klarna. For other countries, we offer an internal 2-payment installment plan: the first payment at checkout, the second a month later. Select the installment option when placing your order.
If you run into any issues with payment, write to us and we'll help.
If you run into any issues with payment, write to us and we'll help.
Yes. If you’ve taken our courses before, you’re eligible for a discount. Write to your manager and they’ll send you a promo code.
Yes, you can upgrade whenever you like while your current plan is active. The upgrade fee is simply the difference between the new plan’s current price and what you originally paid. To upgrade, write to your manager and pay the difference.
