Draping a Basic Skirt
In this guide, I teach how to drape a basic straight skirt on a dress form, incorporating darts to achieve the desired fit. Lesson Steps:
Basic Bodice Foundation with Center Front Dart – Patternmaking
In this lesson, I taught how to transfer a draped bodice with a center front dart to a paper pattern. I demonstrated the process for both the front and back pieces, including how to mark darts, adjust lines, and match the front and back pieces. Lesson Steps: I explained the importance of accuracy in transferring […]
Basic Bodice Foundation with Armhole Dart – Patternmaking
In this lesson, I taught how to transfer the armhole dart bodice to pattern. I demonstrated the process of aligning pattern pieces, tracing, and adjusting the pattern to ensure a perfect fit. I also showed how to blend lines for a smooth finish and add seam allowances. Lesson Steps: Throughout the lesson, I emphasized the […]
Basic Bodice Foundation with Shoulder Dart – Patternmaking
In this lesson, I taught how to to transfer the shoulder dart bodice to pattern. I demonstrated the process of adjusting the armhole and neckline, and folding the dart. I also showed how to handle excess fabric in large darts and how to match the front and back bodice pieces. Lesson Steps:
T-Shirt Foundation – Patternmaking
In this lesson, I taught how to transfer a t-shirt foundation to a paper pattern. I demonstrated how to make adjustments for both close-fitting and relaxed-fit styles, including dart manipulation and armhole adjustments. I also explained the importance of truing the pattern and double-checking measurements. Lesson Steps: Always double-check your measurements and make necessary adjustments […]
T-Shirt Foundation – Draping
In this lesson, I taught how to drape a basic t-shirt foundation on a dress form using jersey fabric. I demonstrated how to create a grid on the fabric, place it on the dress form, and pin it in place to create a well-fitting foundation for both relaxed and close-fitted t-shirts. Lesson Steps: This t-shirt […]
Very Close Fitting Jersey Sloper – Patternmaking
In this lesson, I taught how to create a very close fitting full body jersey sloper. I demonstrated how to transfer measurements from a dress form to paper, make necessary adjustments, and finalize the pattern for both front and back pieces. Lesson Steps: This sloper can be used as a base for various tops and […]
Very Close Fitting Jersey Sloper – Draping
In this lesson, I taught how to create a very close-fitting jersey sloper through draping. I demonstrated the process for both the front and back pieces, focusing on achieving a tight fit while maintaining proper alignment of center lines and key body points. Lesson Steps:
How to Choose Your Muslin for Draping
In this guide, I teach about different types of muslins used for draping and how to choose the right one based on your project’s silhouette, fabric, and stretch. I cover various muslin options including voile, lightweight and mid-weight standard muslin, cotton twill, hemp muslin, and mid-weight linen, explaining their characteristics and best uses in draping […]
French Seam on Silk Fabrics
In this video I teach how to sew a French seam on silk fabric using an industrial sewing machine. I demonstrate the steps involved in creating a neat and enclosed seam suitable for delicate fabrics like silk charmeuse. Lesson Steps: I emphasize using a smaller needle size (9 or 10) to prevent large holes in […]
