Hand pleating masterclass - Part 1 - 8.11.2011

Today we had a presentation/demonstration from Terry Weinhert from Ciment Pleating. Based in Potters Bar, Herts and established in 1925 they uphold an amazing craftsmanship that sadly is in decline due to cheaper alternatives! Some of their master patterns which are used to mould the fabric..........

And from these......

You create these......

All patterns are hand made, hand scored and hand folded, some dating back 60 years!!!


The pleat is not only resigned to the granny skirt, but can be used to create amazing art forms. Here is some of Ciment's finished work...........

Dress created for Cadbury flake advert, 2010

Lady Gaga 'Living Dress' made out of shower curtains, 2010

The Queens outfit for Charles & Diana's wedding, 1981