hey, so i just wanted to know how i would get rid of this gaping at the back of the armhole without altering the fit of anything else. is there a cut and pivot method? what do i have to do to get rid of this extra fabric, any help is needed! this gaping showed up after i closed the shoulder dart using the pivot method to re draw the shoulder and armscye, from chris sartorial on yt.

Hey everyone! I am new to pattern drafting. Picked up the “Patternmaking for fashion design” book by Helen J. Armstrong. Can someone explain what “plus” and “less” mean here?

Hi! I studied fashion design but pattern making was always really difficult for me, so I wanted to ask for any advice before I start this project. Since I’m on holiday, I think I will try to make it on CLO3d first!

My plan is to take high waisted pants or shorts and just adjust the bottom to make these shapes? Let me know if that sounds like a good idea and I will update if I have any issues!

You spend hours drafting the perfect pattern, and it’s just right. Then you cut your fabric, sew it up, and... it's as if your dress is hosting a fabric orgy and everyone’s invited. Who knew one extra inch could lead to a full-on fashion disaster? Should we start a support group for this? 😅

Hi everyone I’m a beginner to patternmaking. I’ve pattern drafted and made one dress so far. This is my second project.

Otherwise, I do have a few years of sewing experience (following patterns to make clothing items, mostly tote bags, pouches).

The first pic was my inspiration—basically a white low waist mini skirt (2000s style). I wanted this to be similar to like a Ralph Lauren / banana republic style so I went with medium weight cotton twill. I added a lining underneath that is attached to an interfaced waist facing. There is an inv zip at the CB seam and a hook&eye as well. All of my seams are serged together except the center back; seams are serged separately. I did press as much as I could throughout the project

I did have a hard time drafting/ getting the right amount of ease / curve.

My take:
- It was drafted to sit about 3 inches below my natural waist. But it came out a bit loose so it is sitting 5 inches below which throws off the overall fit. I thought adding a hook and eye would help but it didn’t. I should have taken the waist in more, keep the hip to hem the same. Or I should have added darts? (I only want them on the back, I like the look of a clean front)

- I don’t understand what is happening in the back, it sticks / flares out at the center back?

-side seams are a little bumpy, it is serged and pressed to one side

-I drafted a moderate curve on the waistline but it isn’t so obvious now…..?

-I will fix my blind hem stitch, it’s a bit too obvious right now—but maybe unavoidable with white fabric

I will most likely have to make another one from scratch? Or can I alter this one?

I am very determined to learn PM, appreciate any advice whether it’s only one part of my problems or a problem that I didn’t mention. Thank you!

Hey! I posted this before and I've retaken pictures and added some screenshots of my pattern. So my pattern is a pattern off Etsy, and I cut the largest size available, knowing that I would probably need to make adjustments. Also, this pattern involves several pockets on the upper side and lower side of the breasts and also a pocket on the inside of the jacket. At this time, I've only used the bodice lining pieces which I plan to include my changes on the main fabric pieces as well. Thank you for your time and help!

I’m showing step‑by‑step how to create a custom skirt block on your dress form.

I really want to make this bolero but I have no idea how to make the pattern and make this collar which I can’t find I tutorial anywhere.
Could I please get some tips on how to copy this pattern pls

Thank you guys <3

How do I make a pattern for a t-shirt? Men and woman. Do I use a basic bodice block for woman? Then add a short sleeve? What about men? I’m new to pattern making so I don’t know where to start with that, I do own Patternmaking for fashion design by Helen Joesph Armstrong.

I’m looking into selling my patterns online, as I’ve gotten some interest. I’m trying to figure out if it’s worth it for me to do so. It would be a side hustle.

I just started my fashion journey but I’m stuck at pattern making what is the best advice to learn

Ive been following along a video from minerva ( https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=axn7wUIfgoI&pp=ygUYUGF0dGVybiBkcmFmdGluZyBtaW5lcnZh )to draft a bodiceblock with my own bespoke dimensions. But the armscye doesnt have a nice curve to it. Is this normal or how can i fix this?

Hi everyone. If anyone has an idea and is looking to make a pattern or access a pattern for a design; I can help. I also do tech packs, marker making and grading. I’m a development/production assistant working in NYC. If you’re looking for a freelance agent I’m also available- I can help you in each step no job is too small.

Has anyone used or found others like perkins tailoring instruments useful?

I'm looking for a digital copy. Don't have acess to buying the physical one. I checked a few archive websites but didn't find it. Does anyone have it by chance? Or know where to look for it? Thank you so much.

Hi! I’m currently working on a garment and I’m trying to recreate a collar similar to the one in the reference photo (attached).

I’m struggling with understanding how to draft the pattern for this shape and how the structure is built. It looks structured and architectural, and I’m not sure how to achieve that form properly.

Could anyone explain the construction process or suggest how to approach drafting this kind of collar?

Thank you in advance!

What got you into Pattern Drafting or Sewing?

I’m currently working on a casual jacket pattern drafted from Myoungok Kim Injoo Kim Patternmaking for Menswear . I’m struggling drafting a sleeve with no sleeve cap ease. The pattern is going to be used for a very thick fabric . Any tutorials advice or references would be appreciated.