In this week’s session, I shared updates on my personal life and recent activities, discussed some celebrity wedding fashion, and answered questions about pattern making techniques. I also introduced several helpful pattern making books and previewed my upcoming lessons on creating an oversized shirt foundation.
No step-by-step demonstration was provided in this session.
Questions & Answers:
- Q: When do you create perpendicular lines at seams versus using a curved ruler?
- A: I aim for 90-degree angles at center front, center back, and side seams for about an inch, then curve as needed. Even when using a curved ruler, I check that key points hit 90 degrees. The goal is to create continuous, beautiful lines when seams match up.
- Q: How do I correct a collar stand that’s off by half a centimeter?
- A: The small discrepancy you showed looks fine. You can slightly curve the edge to match. My detailed collar instructions should help minimize issues compared to vague online tutorials.
- Q: Why are there diagonal lines on my shirt near the shoulders?
- A: This is likely due to your sloped shoulders. You can add thin shoulder pads for a straighter look, or adjust your dress form by adding padding at the neck to match your shoulder slope. The issue is minimal and common in ready-to-wear shirts too.
