12 Mar First Sample – Pinstripe Panel Skirt
Do you remember the Pinstripe Panel Skirt? Blogged in May 2014, and first sampled by Capital Chic, this very creative piece of corporate wear is stylish, wearable and very popular.
Drape Patterns Tag
05 Mar The Wrap Drape Dress – Sampled
The #PatternPuzzle sample this week is The Wrap Drape Dress from 2014. You can pop back to the original post for a refresh of all the pattern making instructions. I've used my Knit Block to make this elegant stretch pattern.
26 Feb Twist Overlay
Posted at 13:03h
in Pattern Making, Pattern Making Instructions, Pattern Puzzles, Stretch Patterns, Womens Knit Block
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Did you ever think there'd be so many designs using Twist Drape? I was totally captivated with the asymmetric aspect of this design and the layering effects that can be achieved using two different fabrics and my knit block. Like the majority of previous twists you'll definitely need a two-way stretch knit for this to work well. The elastane (Lycra/Spandex) in your knit fabric is the best tool for achieving a snug fit with this method of making twist patterns. If you'd like to learn my method for creating Twist Drape Patterns I have a detailed worksheet for making Jersey Twist Patterns. For just a few dollars you'll get the same training you'd get if you came to the workshop in my studio.
29 Jan Best Choices for Garment Pleating
Posted at 13:20h
in Fashion Design, Fashion Industry, Pattern Making Instructions, Self-draft
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For the Garment Pleating project, I've settled on the fabric choices for the three designs I'll be testing. But I'm having trouble deciding on the style of pleating to use with each individual garment. Can you help me out?
28 Nov Circular Knit Twist
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in Pattern Making, Pattern Making Instructions, Pattern Puzzles, Stretch Patterns
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This entire post is inspired by my fascination with circular knits. I've not had much experience with this particular cloth but have always been hooked by the possibilities. I found this piece (slight grey marl cotton) at the back of one of the local fabric shops and grabbed a couple of meters to play with. My first idea was to try the twist, especially with a fabric that's half-way to dressing you without any side seams.
05 Nov Asymmetric Cowl Drape
Posted at 14:33h
in Pattern Making, Pattern Making Instructions, Pattern Puzzles, Stretch Patterns, Womens Knit Block
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Elegant and flattering, this is an interesting cut in a knit fabric. By using my Knit Block or your favourite tee shirt patterns, you can self-draft the front pattern piece to drape while leaving the back and sleeve patterns exactly as they are. It's a looser shape than many drape tops and is cut with a more gentle fitting rather than hugging tight to the body. That slightly looser, non-grabby tee shirt is always flattering and much easier to wear.
28 Sep First Sample – The Dolman Coat
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in Fitting Patterns, Garment Construction, Pattern Puzzles, Stretch Patterns
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This is where it all started: The Dolman Coat. Inspired by a Yamamoto garment: the pattern making instructions were developed for a loose fit kimono block. For this sample I have used a polar fleece and for winter that makes it seriously snuggles. ;)
21 Jul Wrap Drape Tunic
Posted at 15:14h
in Fitted Dress Block, Pattern Making, Pattern Making Instructions, Pattern Puzzles
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This weeks design follows a current trend for large cross-over tucks as seen in a couple of recent #PatternPuzzles. I know that I am really pushing the envelope with this style. To get the drape right in the front and make sure the tucks are holding everything in place will be quite a challenge. This is probably a good opportunity to remind everyone that these puzzles are ideas only, with guidelines for making the pattern. The proof is in the testing and that's a creative and technical journey from a well-fitted dress block through pattern making knowledge in the desire of beautiful creations.
22 Jun Cowl Twist Jersey
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in Pattern Making, Pattern Making Instructions, Pattern Puzzles, Stretch Patterns, Womens Knit Block
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About two years ago, in a Draped Dress Patterns workshop, this jersey style came into being. A combination of Cowl and Twist Drape, it proved to be a fabulous idea for students dealing with their first ever drape pattern. Using my knit block for these early drape patterns is always a plus. There is never any question about... ' what to do with the darts!'. If you'd like to learn my method for creating Twist Drape Patterns I have a detailed worksheet for making Jersey Twist Patterns. For just a few dollars you'll get the same training you'd get if you came to the workshop in my studio.
19 May Wrap Layer Top #1
The designs used in last Saturdays #PatternPuzzle conversation are the surplus design developments from the Layered Shirt post of a few weeks ago. They have been lying around on the work table all that time and I didn't have the heart to throw them out. Then I realised, that was because I really wanted these two tops for myself. They were just the kind of thing I needed in my wardrobe. Saved from the shredder, these designs are similar but different enough to entice you to make both. I will be dealing with them in two separate posts to make sure I cover all the detail. :)
