Pattern Construction

Designer Parka with Hood

Starting at the neck point (W), measure the scye depth, the back waist length and the length downward on a vertical line. Measure the hip depth from …

Grading Trousers Patterns

Draw the creaseline on the front and back pattern before grading the trouser pattern. Mark half of the width at the knee and at the hem. Connect both …

Pattern Construction for a 7/8-Pants with relocated Outseam

Use a standard pants pattern with darts in size 40 as a foundation. Shorten the length 11 cm and draw the new hemline. Taper the outseam and inseam …

Pattern Construction for 4 Casual Jackets

Draw the front waist dart. Mark the dart middle line 1/10 of the abdomen width away from the midpoint of the front. Draw the dart middle line …

Pattern Construction for Negligees

Square out 1.5 cm from the intersection of the centre front and the lower dart leg to the right for the new neck line. From the new neck line, …

Enlarge a Pattern for a Jacket for Kids

When grading this children's jacket, the grading of the waistline is indicated, but it is not absolutely necessary as this is a straight cut model. …

Equitation – Riding Apparel

Equestrian clothing does not only have to be comfortable, fitting and appropriate. The fashion-conscious rider more and more sets high value on chic …

Pattern Construction for Pleated Pants

Use a pleated pants block in size 40 as a foundation. Draw the contoured waistband 4.5 cm wide parallel to the waistline. The pants are designed with …

Sewing a Bow Tie Blouse

The bow tie blouse is a real classic. This elegant blouse with a bow gives every look that certain something, a touch of nostalgia and is a great …