In this week’s session, I revisited the bias skirt draping project we started last week, making significant improvements to the technique. I demonstrated a cleaner, more efficient method for draping and patterning the pleated bias skirt, ensuring it works well with various fabric types. The session focused on creating a more accurate and easier-to-replicate pattern, addressing issues we encountered in the previous attempt.
Demonstration Steps:
- Prepared lightweight wool fabric with cross-grain lines marked
- Draped the fabric on the dress form, pinning at key points
- Marked the waistline and created pleats, starting from the side seam towards center front
- Transferred the draped pattern to paper, marking pleat directions and positions
- Refined the pattern lines and added seam allowances
- Demonstrated how to fold and pin pleats on the paper pattern for accuracy
- Added notches to ensure proper alignment during construction
Questions & Answers:
- Q: Was this method less complicated than last week’s?
- A: Yes, this approach is much easier, cleaner, and more doable with different fabric types. It will work better for recreating the design we’re aiming for.
- Q: Will you be making up the skirt as well?
- A: Yes, next week we’ll create the front piece, cut a sample in muslin or wool, make a lining, and sew it all together. We’ll go through the entire process to complete the skirt project.
This revised method addresses the issues we faced last week, providing a more reliable and versatile approach to creating this beautiful bias skirt. I’m confident this technique will work well for everyone, regardless of the fabric choice.
