Lesson 3: Pattern-Making

A coveted skill, I’ll show you essential patternmaking techniques so you can begin taking your sketches and create the blueprint for your design.

A coveted skill, I’ll show you essential patternmaking techniques so you can begin taking your sketches and create the blueprint for your design

3-1 Intro to Pattern Making and Draping

3-2 Slopers and Blocks

3-3 Using a Dress Form

3-4 Manipulating Darts

In this section, you'll start pattern-making! You'll learn the fundamentals needed to get started on your pattern-making journey.

3-5 Designing the Skirt Pt.1

3-5 Designing the Skirt Pt. 2: Making a Train

3-6 Designing the Bodice Pt. 1

3-7 Designing the Sleeves Pt. 1

3-8 Symmetrical vs Asymmetrical Designs

3-9 Don't Forget Notches and Seam Allowance

Things you'll want to remember and a bonus lesson!

3-10 Altering Store Bought Patterns

3-11 Translating Your Design into a Pattern