Project #2 – Red Gown with Asymmetric Shoulder – Pattern Draft
After cutting out the bottom panels from muslin, I started to work on the pattern for the top. I can’t imagine how one would be able to draw the pattern out so I decided on the draping method with the help of Draping for Fashion Design by Hilde Jaffe & Nurie Relis. In order to determine the length of muslin I would need, I draped the fabric true to design and cut around it leaving at least 2 inches extra for movement and seam allowance (to be determined).
Once I had the muslin cut and draped for the top, I decided to baste stitch the bottom panels to test out the pattern. I’m very pleased with the skirt panels and didn’t feel the need to make any changes to the original pattern. I then draped both of the panels together to determine overall look and possible changes. The hem was also pinned up to see how the dress would fall. It turned out to be an exact replica of the original sketch. I’m loving it!
My ultimate goal is to somehow combine the top and bottom pattern into one. The design calls for an overall smooth, clean-line look. If I keep the dress in two panels, it comes off as too bridesmaid-y. After the top pattern is completed, I am going to try to combine the panels on paper. We shall see how that goes!
7 Responses to “Project #2 – Red Gown with Asymmetric Shoulder – Pattern Draft”
I really like what you’ve done with your site! It looks great!
I came across a link for a design contest today. I’m sending it around to anyone that might be interested.
http://www.shabbyapple.com/t-daretodesign.aspx
I don’t know anything about the company (blog referral), but the contest sounds like a great way to practice design skills.
Keep designing!
Oops! I just noticed your dress. Wow! It looks fantastic! I also have the book *Draping for Fashion Design*. I haven’t worked through it, yet. I’ve kind of gotten hooked on a vintage flat pattern book that I recently purchased (Pattern Drafting and Dressmaking by Dorothy Moore). I love draping and never thought I’d have the patience for flat pattern drafting, but I’m lovin’ it.
-C
Thank you Calandra! Also, thanks for the heads up on the contest. I’m hoping that my skill set will be ready for things like that in the next coming months.
Do you enter these contests often?
I’ve entered a few so far. They’ve been great for building my sewing confidence. I’ve made a lot of “duds”, but I’ve learned so much in the process. I figure nothing ventured, nothing gained, right?
Take Care,
-C
Oops! I just noticed your dress. Wow! It looks fantastic! I also have the book *Draping for Fashion Design*. I haven’t worked through it, yet. I’ve kind of gotten hooked on a vintage flat pattern book that I recently purchased (Pattern Drafting and Dressmaking by Dorothy Moore). I love draping and never thought I’d have the patience for flat pattern drafting, but I’m lovin’ it.
-C
Thank you so much! It’s definitely a work in progress.
Do you recommend the flat pattern book?
Kelley
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