The vintage inspiration for this weeks #PatternPuzzle has come from a pattern I found on the So Vintage Patterns website. Unfortunately this particular one has been sold but they have a mountain of great vintage patterns for all eras. I was attracted by the asymmetrically-set, diagonal seams with gathered drape. But not so much the button decoration. By adding the extra seams I believe I have made it easier to construct as they eliminate the corner seams. I have also reworked the back view from the original design to carry the front diagonal seams through to the back dress.
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Pattern Puzzle - Vintage Update
Monday, April 27, 2015
Pattern Puzzle - Gather Shirt
Monday, April 20, 2015
Once again I am attracted to the loose-fit silhouette that is such a staple in most fashion ranges at the moment. And somehow I think it may also indicate a desire to bring my own wardrobe up-to-date. This cocoon shaped, gathered drape shirt would behave at its best if you were to cut it in a light, drapey woven such as silk satin or a crepe de chine. The gathered drape flows out of the neckline, over the shoulders into a slightly restricted armhole. This is the one feature of the design that will most likely require tweaking in the first toile. The shirt design also features a Hi-Lo hemline and a concealed button front with two-piece shirt collar. This design can be made as either a tunic length or dress length according to personal taste.
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Keep Reading...Pattern Puzzle - Layered Shirt
Monday, April 13, 2015
This weeks puzzle is very much a summer weight shirt that I imagine in a cotton voile or organdie. The semi-transparent fabric is used in many layers (2-3) to create drape and subtle colour variation in the layering. The front opening of the shirt is a concealed, button front hidden under the front drape.
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Keep Reading...Pattern Puzzle - Cowl Tee
Monday, April 06, 2015
It never ceases to amaze me how often I am drawn to this particular style of cowl drape. You will find many examples in the #PatternPuzzles that have been presented here over the past few years. This puzzle starts with the simplest of shapes and becomes an elegant tunic top.
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The challenging patterns, the exciting new design trends and the impossible drapes; that's what I live for. Disclaimer: These new ideas are offered here for testing and are offered without guarantee. Allow yourself time and space to truly test and perfect the patterns for all your new ideas. And please don't give yourself a hard time if the first toile is less than perfect. It's simply part of a process. Enjoy :)
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All images, designs, photos and layouts on this blog are created and owned by Anita McAdam© of Studio Faro. They are available for home and personal use only. If you would like to use our content for teaching or commercial purposes please ask. I have some amazing resources for teachers and manufacturers. ;) enquiries@studiofaro.com
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