A conversation with another old school pattern maker brings this topic to the forefront -if you’re a highly skilled pattern maker accustomed to manual work, is it worth getting a CAD system for pattern making? For that matter, if you already have a CAD system but it is aging, should you upgrade to a newer version or get another software program altogether?…
Tag: Pattern Making
Dot Top pt.2
Last month I posted a personal project I called the “Dot Top” that came out dog-ugly -I thought. I reworked the pattern and made another mock up of it (shown below, larger image):
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Personal project: The Dot Top
I don’t often have the opportunity to show you works in progress since 95% of what I do, is for other people. Today’s post is a departure; a top I made for my sister, Dorothy.
Dot has sizing issues; she’s 5’10” and weighs about 110lbs, maybe less.…
Winner: Day 5 Giveaway of Stylish Dress Book
Ta Da! The winner for day#5 of giveaways is… Malorie. Yay! Malorie, be sure to send me your address so the publisher can ship this to you.
Again, this book won’t be available until October 22nd although the rest of you can pre-order Stylish Dress Book: Clothing for Everyday Wear on Amazon.…
Winner: Day 4 Giveaway of Patternmaking Made Easy
I know everyone has been eagerly awaiting the result from this very popular giveaway -comments are now closed as a winner has been selected. We had 98 qualified entries. There were a few duplicates this time with some people entering multiple times.…