How to pattern draft

Here is a simple step by step guide to drafting your basic bodice block without darts.

If you've never picked up anything but a 12 inch ruler in your life, seeing the kind of rulers there are for pattern making can be jarring. There's a funny

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Learn to draft a basic sleeve pattern based on your body and bodice measurements. No math is needed, a custom drafting tutorial is included.

In this video I walk you through how to copy a a pattern from a garment that you already have. It's super easy when you know how and you'll soon be turning t...

Alright, after the last few posts you now have got a basic 2 dart bodice block pattern (you do right?). So what can we do with that? We can use the bodice block as is, with one dart at the waist and one to the side, it works great and I myself use this basic bodice style for nearly all of my dresses. Often I use this 2 dart bodice pattern but modified to have a kimono style sleeve instead of a set in one, which is a modification I explain here. The different fabrics, necklines, sleeve…

Download these easy instructions on how to enlarge any pattern, from small templates to your own halfscale designs.

When sewing clothes knowing how to take measurements accurately will result in clothes that fit right. This post tells you what, where and how to measure.