Basic Skirt – Transferring to Pattern
In this session, I taught how to transfer the draped basic skirt to pattern, with different skirt styles like straight, tapered, and A-line from muslin. I demonstrated transferring the draped skirt onto paper, truing the darts, and adjusting for the desired lengths and silhouettes. Lesson Steps:
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:
How to Make Your Pattern Neck Circle Smaller but not the Shoulder
This guide teaches how to alter a dress form or pattern to better fit your body measurements, especially around the neck and shoulder area. It emphasizes the importance of having a well-fitting bodice and sleeve block that represents your body, which can then be used to transfer the correct measurements to any draped or patterned […]
How to Correct Your Pattern for a Sway Back
In this guide, I demonstrate how to correct a sway back issue on a pattern when the pattern is designed for a straighter back. I explain the process of pinning and marking the excess fabric on a test garment, transferring those adjustments to the pattern by creating a center back seam or adding a dart, […]
How to Create a Dropped Shoulder Without Sleeve on Your Pattern
In this guide, I demonstrate how to modify a pattern block to create a dropped shoulder design without sleeves. I extend the shoulder line by an inch or two, then drop the underarm area by the same amount to provide extra room. Additionally, I curve the shoulder area slightly to prevent it from sticking out. […]
Draping 2-Dart (Armhole and Waist) Bodice Front on Larger Chest
This guide demonstrates how to drape a fitted bodice with armhole and waist darts, suitable for larger bust sizes. It provides step-by-step instructions on positioning the fabric, marking the darts, and shaping the bodice on a dress form. The process involves pinning, folding, and adjusting the fabric to achieve a clean, fitted look around the […]
