Drafting Sewing Patterns

drafting sewing patterns

Lots of people start with Don McCunn’s little book:

http://how-to-make-sewing-patterns.deofsf.com/

I use Connie Crawford’s Patternmaking Made Easy, which is intended for first year patternmaking class:
http://www.fashionpatterns.com/ and Winifred Aldrich’s books: http://www.worldcat.org/search?q=winifred+aldrich&dblist=638&fq=dt%3Abks+%3E+ap%3A%22aldrich%2C+winifred%22&qt=facet_ap%3A

Crawford prefers to drape the basic bodice pattern if you’re doing custom work, and that’s my preference also; from that basic draped bodice you can then develop patterns that you know will fit by flat pattern methods. http://www.fashionpatterns.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=5&products_id=65

More on Crawford: http://www.fashion-incubator.com/archive/on_reviewing_pattern_books/

Pattern Magic $14.16 Pattern Magic is the cult pattern-making book from Japan. Taking inspiration from nature, from geometricshapes, and from the street, this book harnesses the sheer joy of making and sculpting clothes. The book takes a creative approach to pattern making, with step-by- step projects for fashion designers and dressmakers to enjoy. Each project is beautifully illustrated with clear diagrams and photog…

How to Make Sewing Patterns $24.95 Solve the mysteries of pattern drafting with this instructional book. Simple and easy step-by-step instructions with clear understandable line drawings….

How to Use, Adapt, and Design Sewing Patterns: From store-bought patterns to drafting your own: a complete guide to fashion sewing with confidence $12.48 An accomplished fashion designer shows women who make their own garments how to improve on store-bought sewing patterns by adjusting the clothing item’s length and other details to reflect personal taste and create a custom fit. The book’s opening chapters present an illustrated guide to the tools, equipment, and fabrics needed for making garments, while also serving as a miniature textbook to tea…

Light Box 10 X 12 $37.96 Features a 10″ x 12″ (25 x 30 cm) conveniently slanted tracing surface and handy recessed tool tray to keep pencils, chalk, embossing stylus, and other tracing tools at your finger tips. Illuminated by a long-life “daylight” 8-watt fluorescent lamp (included). Uniform lighting prevents hot spots. Electrically operated product. Adult supervision is required. Ages 12 and up….

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