17 February 2014

Pattern Puzzle - Homage to Charles James

 Once again that fabulous designer from the 1950's, Charles James, is the subject of the #PatternPuzzle.  I believe the dresses photographed below are of the same design and at first the differences were a little confusing.  In the end I decided they were in fact two different versions of the same design as the proportions in the garments vary a great deal.  Perhaps the same design made for two different clients.  My sketch and pattern are a reasonable facsimile of this design.

The puzzle below, posted on our Facebook Page on Saturday, is of the very full circle skirt and the front and back bodice.  

8 comments:

  1. Such a gorgeous design, and a fun pattern puzzle!

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    1. Thanks Julie. Do you think you would give it a try? :)

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  2. This is really neat. I want to try making the Charles James 1954 evening gown (the green one that folds over on itself in the front). Do you think you could help me figure it out?

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    1. Thx Kait. :) Your blog is amazing! I love the dresses you make. I'm not sure which Charles James you mean. If you able to send a link or image I'll let you know. enquiries@studiofaro.com

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  3. hi how could I get this pattern? where can I buy it? tks seems complicated but i think I could give it a try

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    1. HI There. Sorry but there is no pattern, only pattern making instructions. That's what I do here, I teach people to make the latest patterns. :) Have you ever tried to cut your own patterns?

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    2. Oh I see, frankly your instructions are very clear and very detailed. I ll give it a try. thank you very much, yes, i had drawn a lot of patterns of designers, thanks again for your prompt respones!

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    3. That is good news. :) Please feel free to ask questions as you go along. I check my comments at least twice a day. :)

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