06 January 2014

Pattern Puzzle - Twist Drape Shift

It's hard to imagine how this strange shape will make-up when you first see the puzzle.  It is a slightly complex style that I managed to cut after working through the detail in a couple of stages.  Our fans were quick to work this one out on the weekend as they are all familiar with the variety of twist techniques that we use at Studio Faro.


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

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22 comments:

  1. Unknown06 January, 2014 02:07

    Really interesting twist! I've never tried Tomoko Nakamichi's technique but you make it look like something perfectly do-able!
    Is it intended only for lycra knits or a plain jersey could be good?
    MammaNene @ SergerPepper.com

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    1. STUDIOFARO06 January, 2014 08:43

      Thanks so much. Yes I think jersey would be fine. Probably best if you make sure there is lots of extra fabric for twist and a loose fit block. Let me know how it goes. Happy to answer questions. 😄

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  2. ul la06 January, 2014 02:12

    i really love your lessons. thank you for sharing so generously.

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  3. RhondaBuss06 January, 2014 04:29

    What fun!

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  4. STUDIOFARO06 January, 2014 08:44

    Thanks Rhonda. :)

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  5. Lovenicky10 February, 2014 13:05

    This looks like a really fun toga style dress. I would love to try this.

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  6. STUDIOFARO11 February, 2014 09:18

    Thx so much. :) Do you have a knit block you can use to try this style?

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    1. Lovenicky13 February, 2014 02:22

      I don't have a block per se but I have a basic moderate stretch knit pattern that I have tweaked for my body. Is this for a moderate stretch or a more stretchy knit? Thanks.

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    2. STUDIOFARO13 February, 2014 11:10

      If the pattern you have has most of the block features (front and back with neckline at base of neck and set in long sleeve) then I think it will work. This style would need a looser fit rather than a body-con tight fit to achieve the soft drape of the style.
      Are you able to post a photo of the pattern here?

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    3. Lovenicky18 February, 2014 03:03

      Yes I have posted the line drawings of the envelope (front and back) on my blog post:
      http://lovenicky-froufrou.blogspot.ca/2014/02/pattern-review-my-red-lace-valentines.html
      It has a centre back seam so I guess I wouldn't work so well. What would you suggest? Thanks!

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  7. STUDIOFARO18 February, 2014 14:12

    I think the shape looks good in the red lace as a relaxed fit knit block. It looks like there is a version with a high neck, close to the base of your neck. This is always good for a block.

    I recommend you remove the seam allowances and convert the back seam into a straight fold line. This gives you a blank canvas to work out new styles and you will add the seam allowances back when your pattern is complete. Mark in your natural waist and hip levels on this new block shape. They are useful when you are planning new styles.

    Strongly recommend you toile the block fit before making any new styles. Happy to view and comment on anything you post in your blog. :)

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    1. Lovenicky19 February, 2014 01:09

      Thanks for your reply. Just wondering how to eliminate the centre back seam if it's curved seam? It actually curves around my back and then into the waist and then out again on my behind. If I just eliminate it, wouldn't it affect the overall fit? Should I somehow alter the side seams as well if I was to eliminate the centre back seam? Thanks again!

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    2. STUDIOFARO19 February, 2014 07:47

      Yes you will need to compensate at the side seams if you eliminate CB shaping. If you draw a straight line along the centre back (to be your fold line) and work out how much waist shaping you have. Then take this amount off both front and back side seams you will have a very similar fit. By all means keep a copy of the block with CB seam as this can be useful in many styles. :)

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    3. Lovenicky19 February, 2014 12:16

      Thanks so much for your advice!

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    4. STUDIOFARO20 February, 2014 12:24

      Happy to help. :)

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  9. Unknown24 January, 2015 16:02

    какая вы хорошая-вы спасаете от дипрессии-вы-прелесть-можно ли мне что-то для вас сделать-так хочется что-нибудь вам сделать-а-

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  10. Unknown04 September, 2021 02:44

    Finally... After 6 year I had time and realized this dress!! But you've changed blog and in the new one I didn't find where Ican write it... But I'm very happy for the result!!!!! Thank's for all!!!!!

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    1. STUDIOFARO04 September, 2021 10:30

      That sounds fantastic! I'd love to see a picture. Would you consider joining my private Facebook group and sharing your dress? https://www.facebook.com/groups/studiofaromakers/

      Also you can comment at the bottom of the post here on the new website: https://www.studiofaro.com/twist-drape-shift/

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    2. Unknown05 September, 2021 01:06

      Yes, I can try! Tks for your answer!!!!!

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