Showing posts with label Pattern Puzzle. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Pattern Puzzle. Show all posts
23 June 2025
Body Twist Tee Sewing Pattern
At long last I've finished the PDF Sewing Pattern for the Body Twist Pattern Puzzle. It's a very large one piece pattern for the body of the garment with a double layer sleeve and ribbed neck trim. It's a soft and generous twist without being too tight. The construction is as simple as a tee-shirt without the need to finish any hems. Body and sleeves are double layers turned back on themselves. You'll find the history of this pattern development in these blog posts.
If you're thinking of making this sewing pattern you'll need to source some stretch mesh fabric. It's my favourite for the body twist tee. This design will also work well in light to very light stretch knit that has some elastane that's necessary for the twist to be comfortable. Stretch knit or mesh that is semi-opaque is particularly good as it emphasises the folded fabric layers in the twist.
16 February 2023
Testing the Twist Tee
The Twist Tee pattern puzzle was always one of the easiest versions of jersey twist patterns I've ever produced. You don't even need your own garment blocks to make this pattern. Any simple top or tee shirt shape pattern is a good place to start for this project. The sample I have posted here is the double twist version. It's possible to make this as a single twist pattern from the original post if you have access to the appropriate fabric.
Checkout all the post detail on my website blog.
24 June 2022
First sample - Tucked Tee
If you have a look at this original post you'll see my thinking when I attempted this Pattern Puzzle. It appears so simple as an idea, but when testing the pattern I found it was like many other apparently 'simple' ideas, that is very difficult to achieve.
You'll find the rest of the post detail in the website blog. First Sample - Tucked Tee
27 May 2022
Wrap Layer Top #2
It's surprising what you find when you start digging around in old pattern puzzle files. This second version of the Wrap Layer Top has remained buried for over six years. The first version can be found here: Wrap Layer Top #1.
26 March 2018
Sampling the Flare and Gather Dress
Every now and then I get an opportunity to sample up one of my Pattern Puzzle posts. This sample is from the Pattern Puzzle - Flare & Gather Dress, posted in June 2014. With all new design ideas for woven's I always make the first sample in calico.
Click through to my website blog for all the pattern making detail.
17 May 2016
Pattern Puzzle - Rectangle Drape Skirt
For this #PatternPuzzle post you have an elegant Drape Skirt that can be cut from a basic skirt block or any pencil skirt pattern. I've included some interesting seaming that works well with the drape feature that's included in the front left skirt.
23 April 2016
Pattern Puzzle - Issey Miyake Single Twist
Does anyone remember this little pattern puzzle from last year? It's been a long time waiting in the wings for posting. An innovation on an existing theme, this single twist is ingenious in that a cowl is built as part of the twist pattern. The final effect being a more subtle twist with a relaxed fit.
If you'd like to learn my method for creating Twist Drape Patterns I have a detailed worksheet for making Jersey Twist Patterns. For just a few dollars you'll get the same training you'd get if you came to the workshop in my studio.
Find all the post detail here.
13 March 2016
First Sample - Pinstripe Panel Skirt
Do you remember the Pinstripe Panel Skirt? Blogged in May 2014, and first sampled by Capital Chic, this very creative piece of corporate wear is stylish, wearable and very popular. :)
29 February 2016
Pattern Puzzle - Twist Overlay
Did you ever think there'd be so many designs using Twist Drape? I was totally captivated with the asymmetric aspect of this design and the layering effects that can be achieved using two fabrics. Like the majority of previous twists you'll definitely need a two-way stretch knit for this to work well. The elastane (Lycra/Spandex) in your knit fabric is the best tool for achieving a snug fit with this method of making twist patterns.
If you'd like to learn my method for creating Twist Drape Patterns I have a detailed worksheet for making Jersey Twist Patterns. For just a few dollars you'll get the same training you'd get if you came to the workshop in my studio.
27 June 2015
Pattern Fundamentals - Cowl Twist Jersey
About two years ago, in a Draped Dress Patterns workshop, this jersey style came into being. A combination of Cowl and Twist Drape, it proved to be a fabulous idea for students dealing with their first ever drape pattern. Using a knit block for these early drape patterns is always a plus. There is never any question about... ' what to do with the darts!'
If you'd like to learn my method for creating Twist Drape Patterns I have a detailed worksheet for making Jersey Twist Patterns. For just a few dollars you'll get the same training you'd get if you came to the workshop in my studio.
For the story of the week and all the pattern making detail for the Cowl Twist Jersey jump across to the website blog.
If you'd like to learn my method for creating Twist Drape Patterns I have a detailed worksheet for making Jersey Twist Patterns. For just a few dollars you'll get the same training you'd get if you came to the workshop in my studio.
For the story of the week and all the pattern making detail for the Cowl Twist Jersey jump across to the website blog.
19 May 2015
Pattern Puzzle - Wrap Layer Top #1
The designs used in last Saturdays #PatternPuzzle conversation are the surplus design developments from the Layered Shirt post of a few weeks ago. They have been lying around on the work table all that time and I did't have the heart to throw them out. Then I realised that was because I really wanted these two tops for myself. They were just the kind of thing I needed in my wardrobe. Saved from the shredder, these designs are similar but different enough to entice you to make both. I will be dealing with them in two separate posts to make sure I cover all the detail. :)
For all the pattern making detail for the Wrap Layer Top #1 jump across to the website blog.
12 May 2015
Pattern Puzzle - Hi-Lo Drape Shift
The post is a little late this week as I am totally distracted by work that is going on in the backend of the website, setting up a members area. We have been working out the best content to make it both attractive and useful to fans and hope to open that members area very soon. Now back to the #PatternPuzzle that was such fun on Saturday with fans working getting to the answers super-fast. Then overnight, while I was asleep so many added sketches and photos and in one case an amazing mini-toile.
20 April 2015
Pattern Puzzle - Gathered Shirt
Once again I am attracted to the loose-fit silhouette that is such a staple in most fashion ranges at the moment. And somehow I think it may also indicate a desire to bring my own wardrobe up-to-date. This cocoon shaped, gathered drape shirt would behave at its best if you were to cut it in a light, drapey woven such as silk satin or a crepe de chine.
For all the pattern making detail for the Gathered Shirt jump across to the website blog.
13 April 2015
Pattern Puzzle - Layered Shirt
This weeks puzzle is very much a summer weight shirt that I imagine is a cotton voile or organdie. The semi-transparent fabric is used I'm many layers (2-3) to create drape and subtle colour variation in the layering. The front opening of the shirt is a concealed, button front hidden under the front drape.
For all the pattern making detail for the Layered Shirt jump across to the website blog.
06 April 2015
Pattern Puzzle - Cowl Tee
It never ceases to amaze me how often I am drawn to this particular style of cowl drape. You will find many examples in the #PatternPuzzles that have been presented here over the past few years. This puzzle stars with the simplest of shapes and become an elegant tunic top.
For all the pattern making detail for the Cowl Tee jump across to the website blog.
23 March 2015
Pattern Puzzle - Drape Skirt
This week's #PatternPuzzle is the simplest addition to a classic pencil skirt. With the introduction of a front left side panel you are able to include the drape shape easily around the waist and into the panel seam.
For all the pattern making detail for the Drape Skirt jump across to the website blog.
02 March 2015
Pattern Puzzle - Transparent Bomber Jacket
Inspired by a delicate sketch in my visual diary from many years ago, the Transparent Bomber Jacket is a summer season take on a recent winter trend for classic bomber jackets. This design will rely on a lightweight transparent fabric that will gather well with the elastic bands and still hold a soft, full shape.
For all the pattern making detail for the Transparent Bomber Jacket jump across to the website blog.
23 February 2015
Pattern Puzzle - Drape Cape Top
As a general rule, capes and ponchos are not at the top of my shopping list. I know they are currently on-trend but I find so many of them to be either unattractive or impractical. We don't have cold enough weather here to benefit from the tradition wool cape with cozy hood or wrap. However the more recent lightweight, knit designs in shrugs and capes are probably a lot easier to wear and may even have a functional place in our trans-seasonal wardrobes.
For all the pattern making detail for the Drape Cape Top jump across to the website blog.
16 February 2015
Pattern Puzzle - Gil Brandao, Conjunto Pratico
Gil Brandao's patterns have a seductive quality in their simplicity and clarity. Often with pattern making instructions, simplicity is no more that an absence of information that can be finally very frustrating. Not so for Gil. His diagrams have all the required information. So much so that my inability to read Portuguese does not present a problem.
For all the pattern making detail for the Gil Brandao, Conjunto Pratico jump across to the website blog.
02 February 2015
Pattern Puzzle - Handkerchief Fold Dress
At last the detail for the Saturday #PatternPuzzle is here! My apologies for the delay to our usual posting but I had a little trouble with the graphics. It was a wonderful round of creative answers and clever solutions that finally solved this puzzle. Our handkerchief Fold Dress is so named because it struck me that the construction of this dress is much like a handkerchief with the corners folded into the centre.
For all the pattern making detail for the Handkerchief Fold Dress is on the website blog.
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