Tracy Gragg

When we think of learning the tailoring trade one is first drawn to the idea of securing a tailoring apprenticeship. For many, this can be both a positive and negative experience. It’s the temperament...

Whether it's learning a new language, a musical instrument or an artistic skill, ten thousand hours is the recognised time frame to master any subject.Tailoring is no different. Ten thousand hours...

Whether it's learning a new language, a musical instrument or an artistic skill, ten thousand hours is the recognised time frame to master any subject.Tailoring is no different. Ten thousand hours...

Coat making is by far the most satisfying art in handcraft tailoring. It requires the most skills and combination of techniques to create a satisfactory outcome.No one is born with a gift that makes...

Since the release of my free video series The Making of a Coat in 2012, I realised the need for a ’how-to’ video series on coat making and an in-house coat making class, particularly Savile Row coat...

The first garment Rory ever made himself was a waistcoat. Though not in fashion then as they are today, this didn’t deter Rory from wearing it at any given time. Making your own waistcoat is a great...

Bespoke trouser making is a great garment for training up a machine operator. Often the focus of tailoring is honing one's hand sewing skills and overlooking the skilled artisan that can operate an...

Pattern Drafting for Bespoke Menswear is a great place to start your sartorial journey.No matter how well a garment is made, if the patterns aren’t cut correctly and an appropriate fit isn’t achieved...

Savile Row tailoring, though often copied, is rarely ever equalled. It is also one of the few places in the world you would struggle to find master tailors. On Savile Row, tailors specialise in...

Our latest follow up video series"Men’s Bespoke Trouser making: Belt Loop Style" is finally here!At The HTA, we have promised to bring Savile Row style bespoke tailoring to you in HD ‘how-to’ videos...