18 November 2013

Pattern Puzzle - The Pocket Drape

Last Saturday we all enjoyed a fab conversation about the #PatternPuzzle.  As a bonus Julie's friend, Lynn Hoffman, shared a fashion history connection with our puzzle and an 1880's polonaise jacket.  When posting the sketch of the puzzle I included images of the historic reference.  It is interesting to see how Lynn made the pattern shape connection with the drape and waterfall of these historic garments.


You'll find all the pattern making detail on the website blog.

10 comments:

  1. It is fascinating design - I really like it.
    I know this pocket method - I have to use it somewhere... thaks for reminder.

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  2. Thanks for the compliment. I think it would work even in a winter dresses/pinafores. My latest version the side body is bias plaid. :) So much fun with fabrics.

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  3. I do love this pattern design - I have a muslin and a first draft of my dress pattern ready too.

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  4. Sounds great Gail! When would be a good time to get together for the fitting? I could make some time Saturday afternoon it that suits you. :)

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  5. Very cool design. And I love that it has a pocket, since I'm a huge Claire McCardell fan, and she always put pockets in her clothes.

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  6. Wow, thanks for the compliment, Julie. Btw your blog is looking great. Can hardly wait for you to finish your Clare McCardell Future Dress. :) I just had a quick look at her work and it's beautiful. And yes, most seem to have a pocket. Think I need to do some further reading...

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  7. Hello Anita, I cam across your dress design on Pinterest and absolutely loved it! and have subsequently had a go at making it for myself. I ended up putting the pocket on both sides of my dress, which is here. Thank you so much for an amazing design :)

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    1. Hi Carolyn, thanks so much for letting me know about your project. Love you final dress and the way you worked with the instructions to get the dress you wanted. I had a look at the 'sheet' toile on instagram and it's amazing! Such an accurate pattern. I agree with getting rid of the waterfall. I always felt that feature was a step too far and not necessary for the success of this design. Love your work! :)

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  8. Would love to see it on a person.

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    1. Hi June, thx for dropping by. If you click on the links (MAKERS) at the end of the post you will see two very different versions of this design. Enjoy :)

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