How to Fix Mirrored Front/Back Rises
Are people shaped the same in the front and back? No, never. ….…... Our bums are generally larger than our bellies (with the exception of maternity-wear), plus additional length is required in the back rise because we move our legs forward…
Pattern Grading: Proportionate Curves
The purpose of pattern grading is to change the size while keeping the proportions. When a pattern is not graded correctly, the proportions become inconsistent between sizes. This should be caught in alpha-testing; in beta-testing each sewist is making one…
Pattern Review: Puperita “Tiny Flowers”
First things first: a big shout out to Jenya of WhileSheWasSleeping for putting together today’s group post featuring a showcase of PUPERITA!! Thank you so much for coordinating this effort in honor of the lovely Annalisa. (A list of all participating…
Fashion Design versus Technical Design
Recently a job posting surfaced online for the position of Fashion Designer at an independent pattern-making small-business geared towards the home sewing market. Applicants were encouraged to respond quickly whether “this is your dream job” on the one hand, or “you’ve…
Charity sewing: for the Angel Babies (Free Pattern)
Recently I posted about a special sewing project, and mentioned that I was cutting up a vintage wedding dress to make a sash. I promised to explain why I was disassembling the wedding gown, so here goes. A lovely heartfelt project…
