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06 Jan Twist Drape Shift
Posted at 15:19h
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It’s hard to imagine how this strange shape will make-up when you first see the puzzle. It is a slightly complex style that I managed to cut after working through the detail in a couple of stages. Fans were quick to work this one out on...
07 Oct Cowl Tee with Drape
Posted at 12:30h
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I began the puzzle development with the idea that this jersey style would have a raglan sleeve cut in a stretch mesh. That is, to add a textural contrast and lighten the design. But the day was a bit of a scorcher and somehow the...
19 Jul Pattern Magic Twist – ‘nejiri’ II
Posted at 16:51h
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In this second stage, the ‘nejiri’ Twist evolves into something new. Continuing on from the earlier photo tutorial post about my investigations into yet more twist patterns. It’s important to remember that the success of these twists depends on using two-way stretch knit. Both the existing...
08 Jul Pattern Magic Twist – ‘nejiri’
Posted at 17:50h
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At last I have a chance to test out some of the ideas in this wonderful book, ‘Pattern Magic” by Tomoko Nakamichi. Originally ordered from Tessuiti Fabrics in Surry Hills Sydney, this book, and the many like it, are full of challenging ideas.
