One trick I learned from my mom that's similar to your first method: -find something similar that fits that's cheap -use a seam ripper to take it apart into each panel -you now have a pattern that you can use over and over. Ironing the fabric and/or tracing it onto paper makes it much easier to transfer onto your final fabric. a great thing to use for this is cheap costumes from halloween stores (go the day after halloween for a great deal) or look for a sale at your local theater company. You can easily turn something that was just designed to fit and doesn't look very good (or is poorly made with cheap fabric) and turn it into an amazing pattern you'll use over and over.
Whenever you're feeling embarrassed of being self taught, remember Harpo Marx taught himself to play the harp and he had harpists from professional orchestras trying to learn his unique style.
@@jerometruitt2731 it just depends. If you're self-taught and your work is crap, then it's what people say as they laugh at you. If your work is great, then self-taught is a compliment and people admire you for it.
@@jerometruitt2731 As an artist who is always having people say “oh you’re so talented, I wish I could draw!!” My stuff started as crap too 🤣 this is my I keep every single sketchbook since my first in grade 10, so I can show people it wasn’t something that was just magically hired to me, hehe!
This is so helpful! As a plus-size person, it's hard to find pre-made patterns that have anywhere close to my sizing. I've always wanted to make my own patterns because of that and I could never figure out how without completely destroying clothes I already own
Check out Gunnar Deathrage's channel! He makes some beautiful garments and he makes patterns up to size 32 I love how inclusive his designs are aside from just how beautiful his work is 😘 Good luck mama! I am inspired to start my own project as well 😊
This is the first time ive even remotely understood the concept of patterns. Makes me feel like quite an idiot for the very fundamental mistakes ive made before
You're not an idiot!! Patterning can seem very complicated - it doesn't make you stupid to be intimidated by it! I'm glad I could shed some light though.
This is going to be so helpful; stepping into amateur cosplaying and I'm running into the issue of commercial patterns not being close enough or just lacking the knowledge to alter them to what I need. Thanks for the vid Ginny!
you can also make a pattern from an existing garment by covering each panel separately with masking tape- using small pieces to block out the edge and then filling in with long strips, then peel the masking tape off as a sheet and stick it to some patterning paper, wrapping paper, etc. I use this for almost every cosplay and it's never done me wrong, especially because the more boob your shirt has to accommodate, the trickier it is to copy directly onto paper
You are a great presenter - you come across very confident and your voice is clear and pleasant to listen to. One of the better how-tos I've ever watched. Just wanted to pass that on!
also, you can make a dress form out of duct tape and stuffing! just wear an old tshirt you don't care about, maybe wrap your neck and farther down your arms with saran wrap, have a friend wrap you in 2 layers of duct tape, cut up the back, get out, tape it back together, stuff, cover the holes, and voila a dress form that only costs the price of a couple rolls of duct tape and some stuffing instead of hundreds of dollars. (the real dress forms are obviously better for at least a few reasons, but duct tape dress forms are probably better than the janky adjustable ones since they actually match your size and shape
Also, concurrent tip, you can use cedar chips from the pets section for cheap and easy stuffing! It is a little messy to get into the form on the first go and I def recommend gloves but for $3-6 a bag the price is hard to beat. I've been using it in my form for years and it's held up very well.
@@tobealostwanderer well with that you have to be careful about ease. my duct tape dummy is my size but those exact dimensions aren't gonna let me move around freely. unless everything i'm making is stretchy or a corset.
This might be my favorite sewing related cosplay video ever. After exploding my brain with patterning videos over the last few weeks, I think this is the one I needed to see. Thank you so much, especially for the encouragement at the end.
Thank you so much for this!!! I realize this video is two years old at the time of my comment, but I have been looking for a beginner's guide to creating your own patterns and this fits the bill perfectly! So glad I found this channel :D
I found this video while trying to get more info on draping, and this was fantastically informative on a newbie level, thank you! Also, this is literally the first time I've ever understood how darts are used!
If you want a dress form, there are tutorials on how to do them with duck tape online. Not only is it probably cheaper than a pre-made one, it will be to your exact measurements.
Gonna watch and absorb this later. Added it to my watch later list, but just wanted to drop in for 10 seconds to add a view, a like and leave a comment. Thanks for the new video Ginny!
this video is a GODSEND! I sketched out a tunic & vest for a costume yesterday & then realized I have no clue how to draft it into a pattern. oops... Thanks for this video & the extra resources, Ginny! 😊
As a sewist myself, you did a great job explaining things at a base level! I'll add, for those new to sewing, there are amazing PDF Pattern companies out there with great base patterns and super clear directions. It's an amazing starting point for learning basic construction methods.
for your last technique you can also use a pattern from a sewing store or even print one from online! i did that for my Connor Kenway, i used a raincoat pattern and sewed it in muslin, then cut new seams in the right places and traced the pieces on patterning paper. I'm still not sure how 17 y/o managed to make a costume THAT nice because i was new to cosplay at that time, but i think that just goes to show how solid of a technique it is. Literally makes the most complex things super easy
For sure, making a mock-up of a commercial pattern and then modifying that is totally doable! It takes about twice as long as what I outline in the video, but it's absolutely a valid technique!
Ginny, thank you so much! I was so overwhelmed before watching your video. I took sewing classes as a kid and remember a lot of terms, but it's been so long I felt I couldn't do it again. You gave me great hope that I can do this...and watching your video especially, the part on making patterns from existing clothes let me know how much I would again enjoy doing this! The tops I want to make, I have plenty of them in my closet! Thanks again! I'm gonna keep watching your videos!
This is a great video, I have been sewing for 16 years and I studied fashion at university and we used some these techniques. I'm sure this video will help many sewers. Thank you for sharing! 🙆🏻♀️👌👏
This was super helpful! I am definitely going to experiment with some of these methods. I have trouble with sizing sometimes and I love the idea of getting something cheap that fits and cutting it up : P
bless you. This is BRILLIANT and so helpful. I am sewing for dolls and drafting my own patterns. I have been drawing round them flat - but draping is SO MUCH BETTER! Thank you so much for sharing your great ideas :)
I’ve been thinking about making my own mermaid swim top, so I really appreciate this video! I have a comfortable top that I can draw off of, so thanks!
yessssssssss thank you so much for this video. I have been looking for a beginner friendly video to learn how to make my own patterns for cosplay. Your instructions are so clear that i could transfer this lesson onto a male dress form. Its also a confidence boost that you are self taught and are this amazing. There is hope for me yet :D
I love how clear this explained! 🌈 I learn in a specific way -- informatics/diagrams + verbal ... I watch a lot of sewing videos, and, for a beginner that can be quite daunting. Even the beginners ones. But maybe that's just me. 💁😅😛💖
Thank you so much for this!! I’ve really enjoyed your cosplay tip videos and this one in particular is super helpful!!! I’ve been planning on making pants and using an old pair as a pattern and this gave me a lot of good things to think about so I’ll hopefully make fewer mistakes!
Thank you this is brilliant. I am self taught and have got into the habit of making skirts to go with my Ears and what to try to do tops and dresses too
I watched your video because I wanted to find good instructions for my daughter. Until now I had to design, construct and sew almost all of her cosplay and I wanted to give her a video to inspirate and motivate her to create her patterns herself. The cheating method inspired me myself though I have seen a similiar one on a medieval costuming page. Thanks a lot! I enyoied watching though I have been doing historical costuming for years.
I'm interested in learning fashion design and this was so helpful! Especially patterning way number 2! I knew people used draping on a dress form to design patterns but not how they do it so thank you! :)
I love this! I started to work with bought patterns, but these tips are very helpful! Especially the third one, I didn't even think about it! ^^ Thank you :3 ♥
I don't do cosplay, although it looks like a lot of fun. I'm a fairly new sewer, though, and what you do for draping, I find very helpful. I think that my preferred methods will be the two draping ones you showed. I especially like the third thing you showed us, as it's reusing an old garment that might not be used otherwise. It's a great way to reuse a piece of clothing if you're not going to wear it.
I cant say Thank you enough for making this video. I am just starting out with sewing and I am trying to make my own cusotmes for the Renissance Festival next month. I am unable to find what I want in pattern so I am having to make it. This really helps with a place to start.
❤❤❤ I like your cheerful presentation. You offered helpful tips and tricks. I hadn't thought about the last one. Next time I'm in a thrift store I'll look for something I can mark up and alter. I think , for me that these tips will be put to use on everyday wear. I'm not into costumes so much...Your techniques will work with all garment sewing.
Super useful! I have a bad habit of just winging it and not using patterns, tends to lead to a lot of extra work will try some of these ideas out next time :D
The idea to use wrapping paper is genius! I have so much laying around the house from years of forgetting I have some and then buying some more! Made a pattern today with some clothes that fit me well. Thanks for such a well-rounded video!
One trick I learned from my mom that's similar to your first method:
-find something similar that fits that's cheap
-use a seam ripper to take it apart into each panel
-you now have a pattern that you can use over and over. Ironing the fabric and/or tracing it onto paper makes it much easier to transfer onto your final fabric.
a great thing to use for this is cheap costumes from halloween stores (go the day after halloween for a great deal) or look for a sale at your local theater company. You can easily turn something that was just designed to fit and doesn't look very good (or is poorly made with cheap fabric) and turn it into an amazing pattern you'll use over and over.
This is a great idea!!
I did this with a pair of jeans....use the base pattern and add whatever to it.
THAT IS GENIUS THANK YOU SO MUXH
This is good if you plan to copy a pattern. Making your own pattern without copying is much different.
@@GinnyDi yea
That cheater's draping is a game changer 😲 Thank you!!
I'm not really a cosplayer. I just wanted to pattern everyday outfits for myself. This was really helpful.
"Iron your clothes"
You're not my parent, let me live 😂
I clearly don't take my own advice, don't worry about it 😂
Lol live like a bum??
Ginny your patterns are great I have a club and me kimaya and Rachel are making a dress!
Whenever you're feeling embarrassed of being self taught, remember Harpo Marx taught himself to play the harp and he had harpists from professional orchestras trying to learn his unique style.
Who would be embarrassed about being self taught? If anything thats more impressive.
@@jerometruitt2731 it just depends.
If you're self-taught and your work is crap, then it's what people say as they laugh at you.
If your work is great, then self-taught is a compliment and people admire you for it.
@@RozWBrazel everyone's work is crap at first...even if you had proper schooling.
@@jerometruitt2731 As an artist who is always having people say “oh you’re so talented, I wish I could draw!!”
My stuff started as crap too 🤣 this is my I keep every single sketchbook since my first in grade 10, so I can show people it wasn’t something that was just magically hired to me, hehe!
@@jerometruitt2731 I'm not referring to amateur work in that statement.
This is so helpful! As a plus-size person, it's hard to find pre-made patterns that have anywhere close to my sizing. I've always wanted to make my own patterns because of that and I could never figure out how without completely destroying clothes I already own
Check out Gunnar Deathrage's channel! He makes some beautiful garments and he makes patterns up to size 32 I love how inclusive his designs are aside from just how beautiful his work is 😘 Good luck mama! I am inspired to start my own project as well 😊
As a tall girl (6’2”) SAME!
This is the first time ive even remotely understood the concept of patterns. Makes me feel like quite an idiot for the very fundamental mistakes ive made before
You're not an idiot!! Patterning can seem very complicated - it doesn't make you stupid to be intimidated by it! I'm glad I could shed some light though.
If you don’t make mistakes then you don’t learn. Keep on sewing.
You’re not an idiot! Sometimes it just takes the right teacher 😋
This is going to be so helpful; stepping into amateur cosplaying and I'm running into the issue of commercial patterns not being close enough or just lacking the knowledge to alter them to what I need. Thanks for the vid Ginny!
you can also make a pattern from an existing garment by covering each panel separately with masking tape- using small pieces to block out the edge and then filling in with long strips, then peel the masking tape off as a sheet and stick it to some patterning paper, wrapping paper, etc. I use this for almost every cosplay and it's never done me wrong, especially because the more boob your shirt has to accommodate, the trickier it is to copy directly onto paper
You are a great presenter - you come across very confident and your voice is clear and pleasant to listen to. One of the better how-tos I've ever watched. Just wanted to pass that on!
also, you can make a dress form out of duct tape and stuffing! just wear an old tshirt you don't care about, maybe wrap your neck and farther down your arms with saran wrap, have a friend wrap you in 2 layers of duct tape, cut up the back, get out, tape it back together, stuff, cover the holes, and voila a dress form that only costs the price of a couple rolls of duct tape and some stuffing instead of hundreds of dollars. (the real dress forms are obviously better for at least a few reasons, but duct tape dress forms are probably better than the janky adjustable ones since they actually match your size and shape
Thank you for the tip definently gonna try this out now!
Also, concurrent tip, you can use cedar chips from the pets section for cheap and easy stuffing! It is a little messy to get into the form on the first go and I def recommend gloves but for $3-6 a bag the price is hard to beat. I've been using it in my form for years and it's held up very well.
And if you dont have stuffing, you can use it as a pattern. Draw on whatever pattern you need, cut it out and transfer to paper :)
@@tobealostwanderer well with that you have to be careful about ease. my duct tape dummy is my size but those exact dimensions aren't gonna let me move around freely. unless everything i'm making is stretchy or a corset.
Joe Skittles you can also use paper hamster bedding, it’s much less dusty than cedar chips.
The cheater's draping is a gamechanger, omg. It makes so much sense but I never thought of it!
When I tell you you made it so understandable, I’ve been trying to learn how to make patterns for 3 weeks.🤦🏾♀️🤦🏾♀️ thank you.
This might be my favorite sewing related cosplay video ever. After exploding my brain with patterning videos over the last few weeks, I think this is the one I needed to see. Thank you so much, especially for the encouragement at the end.
Thank you so much for this!!! I realize this video is two years old at the time of my comment, but I have been looking for a beginner's guide to creating your own patterns and this fits the bill perfectly! So glad I found this channel :D
I found this video while trying to get more info on draping, and this was fantastically informative on a newbie level, thank you! Also, this is literally the first time I've ever understood how darts are used!
If you want a dress form, there are tutorials on how to do them with duck tape online. Not only is it probably cheaper than a pre-made one, it will be to your exact measurements.
You can also turn the duct tape dress form into a pattern for a fabric one - which will be easier to pin into
Gonna watch and absorb this later. Added it to my watch later list, but just wanted to drop in for 10 seconds to add a view, a like and leave a comment. Thanks for the new video Ginny!
this video is a GODSEND! I sketched out a tunic & vest for a costume yesterday & then realized I have no clue how to draft it into a pattern. oops... Thanks for this video & the extra resources, Ginny! 😊
ty!!! Finally a tutorial for the layman who doesn't want to start a fashion line. This will be really helpful for starting to make my own costumes!
As a sewist myself, you did a great job explaining things at a base level!
I'll add, for those new to sewing, there are amazing PDF Pattern companies out there with great base patterns and super clear directions. It's an amazing starting point for learning basic construction methods.
Every time you upload a tutorial style video, it's always exactly what I need. I really needed this right now, thank you yet again
for your last technique you can also use a pattern from a sewing store or even print one from online! i did that for my Connor Kenway, i used a raincoat pattern and sewed it in muslin, then cut new seams in the right places and traced the pieces on patterning paper. I'm still not sure how 17 y/o managed to make a costume THAT nice because i was new to cosplay at that time, but i think that just goes to show how solid of a technique it is. Literally makes the most complex things super easy
For sure, making a mock-up of a commercial pattern and then modifying that is totally doable! It takes about twice as long as what I outline in the video, but it's absolutely a valid technique!
I've seen so many professional dressmaking videos on YT but yours makes the most sense, plus you have a gift for explaining things.
I was litterly looking for this kind of video yesterday! It was very helpful for me to understand patterns a little better. Bless!
Ginny, thank you so much! I was so overwhelmed before watching your video. I took sewing classes as a kid and remember a lot of terms, but it's been so long I felt I couldn't do it again. You gave me great hope that I can do this...and watching your video especially, the part on making patterns from existing clothes let me know how much I would again enjoy doing this! The tops I want to make, I have plenty of them in my closet! Thanks again! I'm gonna keep watching your videos!
This is a great video, I have been sewing for 16 years and I studied fashion at university and we used some these techniques. I'm sure this video will help many sewers. Thank you for sharing! 🙆🏻♀️👌👏
This was such a comprehensive and helpful guide! Thank you so much!
Omg this is so incredibly helpful, thank you so much, surrogate sewing mom!!!
Sewing mom coming in clutch
I’m making Princess Tutu from scratch, the last method looks like it is going to help so much!!! I appreciate it ❤️❤️❤️
You don’t understand how much this helped me understand patterns. Thank you!!
Thank you so much, Ginny, I’ve been trying to get into cosplay and sewing for such a long time and this is so helpful.
Thank you, I’ve been looking for a video like this but every time I searched I just found tutorials on how to use patterns.. thank you so much :)
Thank you for explaining everything so simply. I honestly found your tutorial more helpful than any other.
6:35 Ah yes, Inquisitor Lavellan's outfit.
Simple. Eternal. Beige.
PavarottiAardvark A true paragon of pajamas
omg thank you so much, i always thought draping seemed way more complicated than it actually is, but this helped it click into place in my head! ♥
I never knew about pattern blocks! Thanks for the great tips!!
You are my new HERO! This is the first tutorial about pattern making that actually makes sense for me!
Thank you so much for this clear and easy to follow video that is suitable for beginner pattern-designers.
THANKS SO MUCH! I was feeling really overwhelmed with patterns but you helped me get a better understanding of it.
This was super helpful! I am definitely going to experiment with some of these methods. I have trouble with sizing sometimes and I love the idea of getting something cheap that fits and cutting it up : P
TY for this Ginny ive been worryed to go all out but this reall and i mean REALLY helps ive always had cute idaws but this give me hope!
This was the best explanation of draping I've ever seen. Thank you.
Just want to say this is a PERFECT video like straight to the point and useful tips, loved it!
you have videos for literally all my questions, you are a legend. ty
Love this! I hope to see more sewing content from you :) loved seeing you make your jaskier cosplay step by step on twitter too!
bless you. This is BRILLIANT and so helpful. I am sewing for dolls and drafting my own patterns. I have been drawing round them flat - but draping is SO MUCH BETTER! Thank you so much for sharing your great ideas :)
This video got me so motivated! ❤
You are exceptionally well spoken! Refreshing content. Thanks for sharing!
thanks for your trick for sewing a dress
I’ve been thinking about making my own mermaid swim top, so I really appreciate this video! I have a comfortable top that I can draw off of, so thanks!
You have a real gift for teaching!
Honestly the best sewing video I've ever seen. Thanks 😊
yessssssssss thank you so much for this video. I have been looking for a beginner friendly video to learn how to make my own patterns for cosplay. Your instructions are so clear that i could transfer this lesson onto a male dress form. Its also a confidence boost that you are self taught and are this amazing. There is hope for me yet :D
Excellent video! Thanks so much 😊😊
You are fabulous and I sincerely feel that you are much more than a smart kid.
I love how clear this explained! 🌈 I learn in a specific way -- informatics/diagrams + verbal ... I watch a lot of sewing videos, and, for a beginner that can be quite daunting. Even the beginners ones. But maybe that's just me. 💁😅😛💖
Wow so helpful!!! I've been making cosplay for so long and I learned a lot
This is exactly what i was looking for thanks
very informative! Thank you for the great dirrections!
Thank you so much for this!! I’ve really enjoyed your cosplay tip videos and this one in particular is super helpful!!! I’ve been planning on making pants and using an old pair as a pattern and this gave me a lot of good things to think about so I’ll hopefully make fewer mistakes!
Thank you very much for this , I found it EXTREMELY helpful
I’m glad I a found this! I’m a cosplayer and trying to start up my own clothing business!
Great video! So helpful! Especially love “Cheater’s Draping” so handy for making costumes!
Thanks for the awesome information!
Oo this will be so helpful, thank you for making this!
I really like the third method I’m definitely going to try it
Thank you for a very professional video. I hope you go far, in your life, you are a remarkable young women.
very helpful!!! Thank you so much!
Omg this is genius and so helpful!
This was amazing ❤thank you
Thanks this helped so much!
Thank you this is brilliant. I am self taught and have got into the habit of making skirts to go with my Ears and what to try to do tops and dresses too
thank you so much!!!! i was finding patterning so confusing but this was very easy to understand.
I watched your video because I wanted to find good instructions for my daughter. Until now I had to design, construct and sew almost all of her cosplay and I wanted to give her a video to inspirate and motivate her to create her patterns herself. The cheating method inspired me myself though I have seen a similiar one on a medieval costuming page.
Thanks a lot! I enyoied watching though I have been doing historical costuming for years.
I'm interested in learning fashion design and this was so helpful! Especially patterning way number 2! I knew people used draping on a dress form to design patterns but not how they do it so thank you! :)
Thank you so much! This helped me a lot with my cosplay project for my daughter
Very helpful thanks!
Wow that was super helpful and I never thought to use an already existing garment for patterns!
I love this! I started to work with bought patterns, but these tips are very helpful! Especially the third one, I didn't even think about it! ^^ Thank you :3 ♥
Very helpful! ❤
I love you for this, I was just trying to figure that out
This is the best explanation I've heard, thank you so much. Subscribing!!
I finally understand! Thank you for this video
I love these more technical vids! I also appreciate your confidence in my abilities but fear has not been lessened :(
Listen, fear is okay as long as you don't listen to it! Fear can be like "u suck" and you can be like "SHUT UP, FEAR. I'M DOING IT ANYWAY."
@@GinnyDi Conquering your fears out of SPITE!!! 💜
my costume for halloween is gonna be so nice, thank you for the awesome tutorial
You are awesome and this video is super concise, helpful and informative.. and exactly what I was looking for..Thank you!!!
I don't do cosplay, although it looks like a lot of fun. I'm a fairly new sewer, though, and what you do for draping, I find very helpful. I think that my preferred methods will be the two draping ones you showed. I especially like the third thing you showed us, as it's reusing an old garment that might not be used otherwise. It's a great way to reuse a piece of clothing if you're not going to wear it.
Wonderful video! Thank you i learned a lot!
Thank you so much, this was really helpful!
Super useful, thank you!
Perfect video for the perfect timing.
I cant say Thank you enough for making this video. I am just starting out with sewing and I am trying to make my own cusotmes for the Renissance Festival next month. I am unable to find what I want in pattern so I am having to make it. This really helps with a place to start.
❤❤❤ I like your cheerful presentation. You offered helpful tips and tricks. I hadn't thought about the last one.
Next time I'm in a thrift store I'll look for something I can mark up and alter. I think , for me that these tips will be put to use on everyday wear. I'm not into costumes so much...Your techniques will work with all garment sewing.
Super useful!
I have a bad habit of just winging it and not using patterns, tends to lead to a lot of extra work will try some of these ideas out next time :D
Ah thankyou so much for this video ; w ; you broke it down so easily! I've never seen the last one before! That's so handy!!
This is awesome! I have a 13 year old grand daughter who wants to sew her own costumes for Holloween
Hey, Ginny!
I'm not a cosplayer, but I found this video helpful for my home sewing. I hope to be able to make my own ren faire clothes soon. Thanks!
The idea to use wrapping paper is genius! I have so much laying around the house from years of forgetting I have some and then buying some more! Made a pattern today with some clothes that fit me well. Thanks for such a well-rounded video!
I use what we call in Australia, baking paper. It is semi clear wax paper. Cheap, tough and easy to use.