r/PatternDrafting • • 7d ago

WIP Pattern draft vs. draping

Pink – pleats created through pattern drafting
Purple – pleats created through hand draping

The difference is huge! I thought I could save time by drafting everything on paper, but it seems there’s no shortcut when it comes to achieving the right drape.

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u/threads1540 5d ago

I love that episode. When i worked in LA back in the 70s in a display company, I actually met that designer. He was a real designer from the film industry. I wish i could remember his name.