How To: Trace a Dressmaking Pattern

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  • Опубликовано: 5 ноя 2024

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  • @mrgarner4796
    @mrgarner4796 Год назад +2

    I used to be able to open a pattern, choose the size to my measurements from the pattern provided, lay it out, cut and sew. No sew anymore.
    Thank you for all the tips for copying the pattern.
    I am enjoying your videos...thank you for the detail you provide.

  • @sharirogers
    @sharirogers 5 лет назад +18

    I work at my family's medical supply store in the San Francisco area, and we sell rolls of the sort of paper you sit or lie down on when you go to the doctor. It's called exam table paper, and we sell it in two widths-18" and 21". Both sizes come in 225-foot rolls and we sell them for $8 per roll. I use the 21" for tracing patterns, and when I've got the pattern how I want it, I take the exam table paper version and trace it onto brown packaging paper. The pieces of each pattern can then be rolled up and placed inside a mailing tube or something similar. Just label it on the outside of the tube!

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  4 года назад

      Thanks so much for sharing Shari. Aneka x

  • @heatherwade872
    @heatherwade872 2 года назад +4

    Wow! I thought I already knew how to use a pattern....I was wrong!! This was great, I learned so much, again. Thank you Aneka, I'm so happy I found your channel.

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  2 года назад

      So glad I could help Heather.

  • @johannebrunner6477
    @johannebrunner6477 5 лет назад +4

    She is very thorough. Accuracy and a clean job. You can tell her sewing must be outstanding.

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  4 года назад

      Thank you very much. Aneka xx

  • @rebeccacasella
    @rebeccacasella 6 лет назад +4

    I can't tell you how grateful I am to you for sharing your knowledge! I'm self taught and am finally taking my sewing to the next level because of your tutorials. I really want to learn how to draft my own patterns and would appreciate any advice. Thank you so much! Cheers 😁

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  6 лет назад

      Hi Rebecca, thank you so much. Really pleased you like my tutorials. Aneka x

  • @hayatelm7941
    @hayatelm7941 7 лет назад +22

    Of all the youtubers with sewing tutorials you are my favorite! Very clear and beautiful finishing always!

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  7 лет назад

      Thank you so much for your lovely words. I am so pleased you like my tutorials. Thank you, Aneka x

    • @Lula22-h2q
      @Lula22-h2q 6 лет назад +2

      I agree with Hayat ELM 100%, I love your videos...you make them for us (beginners) and not to show off your skills, which are amazing...XO :)

  • @queenkie7903
    @queenkie7903 6 лет назад +7

    Omg, i came across your channel and I literally binged watched your videos and it has thought me so much. Your teachings are so clear and understanding.. thank you so much for all your teachings; Really appreciate your channel & you.. your AWESOME!!!!!

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  6 лет назад

      Bless you, thank you so much for your lovely words. I am SO pleased you like my channel and videos. THANK YOU! x

  • @jodhidee2851
    @jodhidee2851 4 года назад +1

    What an incredibly clear and thorough tutorial. Thank you!

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  4 года назад

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @violette4841
    @violette4841 Год назад +1

    Super helpful. I could sew but wanted to improve and started trying to make copies of patterns and make some drafts for sewing my own underwear. All to avoid shopping. I started using Pellon and because I had to use a pattern in a book, I just ordered a vintage super foldable cardboard cutting board which has a grid on it so I can enlarge the pattern if I can't get to a copy machine. I liked your advice on coloring/colouring your size lines on the pattern and penciling the curves if you are not able to with the French curve.

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  Год назад

      Glad I was able to help with a few things. Those vintage cardboard cutting boards are great; I still have my grandmothers. A great investment. Wishing you all the best with your sewing and patterns. Aneka x

  • @hechetonchieres
    @hechetonchieres 6 лет назад +3

    Excellent tutorial and excellent production values at an excellent price (free!). Thank you for your videos, they are very helpful.

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  6 лет назад +1

      Thanks so much, I really appreciate your lovely feedback. Aneka x

  • @eliea7900
    @eliea7900 6 лет назад +1

    Hello from Los Angeles, CA. I found you last week on You Tube and have been watching you ever since. I love your step by step instructions. You are very organized and make professional videos. Thank you! I greatly appreciate all you videos! You are awesome!

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  6 лет назад

      Wow, what a lovely comment. Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely message. Really pleased you like my videos and teaching. Huge thanks, Aneka x

  • @pattygardner231
    @pattygardner231 7 лет назад +1

    Wow, Aneka! Thank you for your very prompt reply. And thank you for the edit. That's very sweet to go to all that trouble. I really intended you to think about it and maybe reconsider more demonstrations in future tutorials. I think your a great instructor and have learned a lot from you. Thanks again for taking my suggestion seriously.

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  7 лет назад +1

      Hi Patty, it's not a problem at all. I actually added the edit into the front of my next video 'how to pattern match fabric', as it made sense to show the process again there. I hope that is ok? It will be up Sunday or next Wednesday (as my Introduction to Pattern Matching will be launched today). I really appreciate your feedback, I want to make videos that teach, help and inspire my subscribers - so feedback is important to make sure I get this right! Aneka :-))

  • @sharcarter3842
    @sharcarter3842 2 года назад +1

    So glad I found your channel. I live in the US. Please share your tracing paper recommendations.

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  2 года назад

      Thank you. It is a thick tracing paper. I bought mine from a local art shop. Do you have one of those you can try?

  • @glynisansara
    @glynisansara 6 лет назад +1

    as usual, a detailed, clear instruction. Many thanks.

  • @r.z.608
    @r.z.608 6 лет назад +2

    This tutorial is so helpful and much appreciated! Thank you very much!

  • @kaarasstyle
    @kaarasstyle 6 лет назад +1

    The tutorial is super helpful! I find myself learning loads and getting better at sewing. Thanks for these helpful tips 😊

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  6 лет назад +1

      HI Kaara, thank you for your lovely comment and I'm glad you are finding the tutorials helpful :) Aneka x

  • @I_sew_slow
    @I_sew_slow 5 лет назад +14

    Could you put a link we’re I can purchase the Tracing Paper you used?

  • @Silver_Threads_Sewing
    @Silver_Threads_Sewing 7 лет назад +1

    Thank you for another informative tutorial! I am learning a lot from your measuring and tracing instructions

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  7 лет назад

      Diann Harris Hi Diann, so pleased I could help! Thank you :-))

  • @sadiaqoureshi
    @sadiaqoureshi 7 лет назад +3

    Great video!You look gorgeous with your new haircut.

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  7 лет назад

      Sadia Qoureshi thank you so much Sadia! X

  • @MaxOnTheRun
    @MaxOnTheRun 6 лет назад +1

    So great! This was very helpful. I am downloading the Copen pattern now.

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  6 лет назад

      Thank you so much. Can't wait to see what you make. Aneka

  • @norma6743
    @norma6743 3 года назад +1

    I find it easier to put the original pattern on top and with tracing paper and a blunt tracing wheel trace onto the bottom pattern paper. Thanks for a great video. 👍🏻

  • @cherryminer3761
    @cherryminer3761 6 лет назад +10

    A costume designer uses 3.5 to 4.0 mil see thru plastic used in construction. Came in rolls. He copied with a thin Sharpie. Looked a useful idea and a sturdy choice.

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  6 лет назад +2

      Great idea, thank you for sharing Cherry! Aneka :-))

  • @bernadineschacht8175
    @bernadineschacht8175 5 лет назад

    After seeing these videos on tracing your pattern pieces. I ordered a see-through transparent roll of paper from. Amazon, 36 inches wide by about 20 some yards long (it could be longer). One of the reviews criticized this paper saying it was uneven in tone, but as long as you can see through it, hopefully, it will work for grading pattern pieces to blend various body dimensions into a pleasing workable final pattern that is more of a custom fit than the averaged out one size fits all in the size range you need.

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  5 лет назад

      Such a fabulous idea Bernadine. Pleased you found some suitable paper. Aneka

  • @jcddcjjcdnz
    @jcddcjjcdnz 7 лет назад +2

    I use lunch wrap paper and when it is not wide enough I sew 2 pieces together with a 3/8 inch seam which I fold flat. I find this better that taping. Grease proof paper is good too and usually has one side that takes the pencil better than the other. Silicon coated backing paper is less good. Thanks for the video.

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  7 лет назад

      John Dekker Hi John, what a great idea to sew the pieces of paper together. Thank you SO much for sharing your tips with others! Greatly appreciated. Aneka

  • @Aurora-uh9nk
    @Aurora-uh9nk 7 лет назад +4

    VERY interesting and informative, THANK YOU 🌻Yes pls Aneka do give us some info on the thick tracing paper u showed ,maybe even how to obtain online ,when possible of course .😊

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  7 лет назад +2

      I am about to pop over to the show to find out the weight and then I will try and find a suitable online source to recommend. Will let you know asap. Aneka

  • @chamikaamarathunge8788
    @chamikaamarathunge8788 3 года назад +1

    I'm from Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 and your teaching style is fabulous. As a beginner I have learnt many important practices and this is brand new experience for me.
    Can u kindly advise on how to download patterns. I have visited your website but I couldn't find the method

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  3 года назад

      Thank you for your lovely kind words. I am working to get the patterns finished and then they will be downloadable. Everything got delayed because I wanted to launch fuller figure sizes at the same time as normal sizes. Aria and Paxton are coming very soon. Aneka x

  • @toysvoice
    @toysvoice 6 лет назад +1

    You are wonderful! Thanks for these wonderful videos.

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  6 лет назад

      Thanks so much. Aneka x

  • @studiowelland
    @studiowelland 7 лет назад +1

    Great video, LOVE the new hair cut :)

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  7 лет назад

      Lauren Welland thank you lovely! Xx

  • @bethbanderton2163
    @bethbanderton2163 7 лет назад +1

    Another great video thank you. I've only just got into sewing after learning at school which was a long time ago. I have recently inherited a huge amount of material with some on the roll which I would love to use. Only problem is I just don't understand how to use patterns or what all the symbols etc mean or even have any idea what would be best to start off making.

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  7 лет назад +1

      Hi Beth, so pleased you like it. I would start with a simple pattern such as a skirt? Or maybe even my free pattern - Copen dress or top because then you can follow along with the video and I explain things as we go: ruclips.net/video/ASKmwy7xklk/видео.html Or here is a skirt one I have made: ruclips.net/video/LSxqYMqnBB8/видео.html I do hope they help? Good luck, Aneka x

    • @bethbanderton2163
      @bethbanderton2163 7 лет назад +2

      Argh, Thank you so much for that Aneka, You are such a great help to your subscribers x

  • @momzilla9491
    @momzilla9491 7 лет назад +2

    Enita, I know that you are a wonderful sewer! I've searched & searched on RUclips, and there are almost no videos showing us how to fashion old fashion (Betty White type) Sweatpants anywhere! Remember the kind that where somewhat stretchy, but not baggy at the crotch? Sweats are the perfect thing to pull on when getting the kids off to school, or having to go outside to shovel snow. Would you show us how? Thank you!

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  7 лет назад +1

      Hello, yes of course, I will look into it for you. Thank you for your lovely idea. Aneka x

    • @krystalkrystal6305
      @krystalkrystal6305 6 лет назад

      was this ever done?

  • @davidmarks509
    @davidmarks509 4 года назад +1

    I wonder if we would need to copy marks from the pattern onto our fabric? TY for the tutorial.

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  4 года назад

      Hi David, yes you will want to copy marks onto the fabric. This is usually notches, as well as any circles or marks that indicate details. I hope this helps? Aneka

  • @shellyscott8275
    @shellyscott8275 4 года назад

    Absolutely excellent. Thank you 👏

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  4 года назад

      You're very welcome!

  • @deborahthomas1902
    @deborahthomas1902 7 лет назад +4

    What is the brand of the thick tracing paper you are using? Would you mind listing a source as well? Thank you! Great tutorial!

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  7 лет назад +1

      Hi Deborah, I actually just picked this up from my local craft store (A0 sheets) as I only tend to use it when I am pattern matching. I don't have it on rolls like the other paper I use. Bear with me and I will call the shop tomorrow to find out the paper weight so I can find a similar online option. Aneka x

    • @AuroraPoison
      @AuroraPoison 6 лет назад +2

      I believe she is using vellum paper. I bought a roll of it off of amazon for a good price. It's thick but still translucent enough to see your pattern underneath. The brand I use is Pro Art vellum roll 36 inches x 5 yards. Hope this helps! ✂️💞

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  4 года назад

      @@AuroraPoison Thank you very much for sharing.

  • @michellesimmons7981
    @michellesimmons7981 7 лет назад +1

    I love your tutorials. Two things, where can I purchase that paper you're using? And can you do a tutorials showing how to use the French Curve when making alterations. In particular, how the numbers on the ruler correlate when altering? Thank you.

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  7 лет назад

      Hi Michelle, do you mean the thick tracing paper? I purchased this in A1 or A0 sheets from my local craft store. Do you have somewhere that you could try? I will find out the weight of the paper and get back to you. Of course I can show how to use the French Curve, the numbers only really help when you are measuring curves, or I use them to make sure that two curves are symmetrical. For example for a curved (bowed) dart I would remember that I used the shape of the curve from 5" to 8" and then use the same shape on the other side. I will do a video, thank you for the suggestion. Aneka x

    • @michellesimmons7981
      @michellesimmons7981 7 лет назад

      Thank you so much. Yes, I'm asking about the thick tracing paper.

  • @billiemonster14
    @billiemonster14 6 лет назад +1

    Very informative video. Would love to see more of your personality though.

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  6 лет назад +2

      Hi Billie! Thank you, really pleased you like the video. Sorry that you feel that way, I try to keep my videos as professional as possible. I want to make sure that people get what they need from the video, and have learned what they watched the video for. Aneka x

    • @billiemonster14
      @billiemonster14 6 лет назад

      Made to Sew You do a great job making your videos very informative. Personality and professionalism are not mutually exclusive though. That said, I wasn’t criticizing you negatively, and sorry if it seemed that way. Personality is a big part of why viewers watch RUclips vids, in my opinion, and I’m sure you have a wonderful personality.

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  6 лет назад +1

      Oh bless you, that is very kind to say. I will try and make sure I show more of it. Thank you for your kind opinion. I have some more 'casual' videos coming up so hopefully these are better! Thank you! Aneka x

    • @billiemonster14
      @billiemonster14 6 лет назад +1

      Made to Sew So nice to speak with you Aneka. I’m looking forward to your more casual vids (and regular programming hehe). It takes a lot of time and work to maintain your new schedule and quality of videos, you deserve a pat on the back. 💕

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  6 лет назад

      Fingers crossed I can keep to my regular schedule! We will see how it goes :-)). Thank you for your lovely words. They are really appreciated. I just want to provide professional content that will teach people how to sew, inspire them to want to sew and take their sewing to the next level! Aneka x

  • @cookiebukie2902
    @cookiebukie2902 7 лет назад +1

    Hi Anika🙂 thank you for your helpful videos. I was just wondering, could you make a video about fitting a bodice and skirt❤️

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  7 лет назад

      Hi there, thank you so much for your lovely words. Yes, I am trying to think the best way to do this to solve fitting issues. I will think of an idea! Aneka x

    • @cookiebukie2902
      @cookiebukie2902 7 лет назад

      Made to Sew thank you so much. I enjoy watching your videos and learning from you❤️

  • @clairejo80
    @clairejo80 7 лет назад +1

    Thank you so much. Could you please do a tutorial how to grade up a pattern as I have a 'one size fits all cape/coat' but it doesn't fit my Mum (UK rtw 20)?

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  7 лет назад

      Hi there, I do have a video for this: ruclips.net/video/znuHQimDYGw/видео.html I hope it helps? Let me know if you have any other questions and good luck! Aneka x

  • @inasalsadoon3601
    @inasalsadoon3601 7 лет назад +1

    hi i am sewing a heavily embroidered top and it is a princes cut ,my question is can i do the lining which will be boned princes cut style and the laced top as a straight top without the princes cut so i d'ont ruin the embroidery on the fabric ? thank you

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  7 лет назад

      Hello Inas, yes you can cut the lining with princess seams and the main bodice in the embroidery fabric (it sounds lovely) without princess seams. You will need to make a pattern for the front bodice. Or work to position the princess seams back together, so that you can cut the bodice in the exterior fabric as a single piece. Does that make sense? Aneka

  • @cafeinn4354
    @cafeinn4354 3 года назад +1

    Hello dear Aneka, I'm looking for that original dress pattern we can use as basic one to sew for many ppl , would you please help me?

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  3 года назад

      Here is a pattern that might help: madetosew.com/product/copen-top-dress/ It was free, but we are getting a lot of spam downloading it through the website so have had to put a tiny price on it. Or if you want to learn pattern drafting, I have just launched a new online class on my website for skirt pattern drafting. Aneka x

    • @cafeinn4354
      @cafeinn4354 3 года назад +1

      Made to Sew thank you so much ❤️

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  3 года назад

      @@cafeinn4354 Pleasure x

  • @marial5447
    @marial5447 4 года назад

    Can you please add the link for the tracing paper you used?

  • @jayasudhakathirvel6885
    @jayasudhakathirvel6885 6 лет назад +1

    Mam u teach very understandable I like it.mam I'm a learner I can't understand how to find correct ARMHOLE, and neck width, and neck height allocation please, please tell me

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  6 лет назад

      Thank you. Are you talking about drafting your own patterns?

    • @jayasudhakathirvel6885
      @jayasudhakathirvel6885 6 лет назад +1

      @@MadetoSew yes mam
      Please tell simply I'm in India
      Thank you so much for reply mam

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  6 лет назад

      Hello, when I draft a personal bodice block these measurements depend on the individual. I am planning a video on this. That would probably be best. Sorry Aneka x

    • @jayasudhakathirvel6885
      @jayasudhakathirvel6885 6 лет назад +1

      @@MadetoSew TQ Mam

  • @Teddy80128
    @Teddy80128 5 лет назад

    With the tissue paper patter would I be able to laminate it? I have s hard time cutting out my fabric while using it.

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  5 лет назад

      It is difficult. I haven't thought about laminating it. Why not trace onto a thicker paper or card? Aneka

  • @bolanleaduke8486
    @bolanleaduke8486 5 лет назад +1

    Very interesting...

  • @yungaterror
    @yungaterror 6 лет назад +1

    as always thank you

  • @prashantgupta727
    @prashantgupta727 6 лет назад +1

    Hi can u pls show us how to make front 7" and back 9" deep neck in simple long women suit,

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  6 лет назад +1

      Yes of course, I will add to my list. Aneka :-))

  • @Converted2truth
    @Converted2truth 5 лет назад +3

    perfect diction

  • @begevt
    @begevt 7 лет назад +1

    Hello, can you do a basic bodice block pattern? Thank you.

  • @AbdoAhmed-uy8gw
    @AbdoAhmed-uy8gw 7 лет назад +1

    Good thank you

  • @pokse5122
    @pokse5122 4 года назад +1

    Where can I get the weight you have. I've tried others but not so good

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  4 года назад

      These are from Morplan in the UK.

  • @prashantgupta727
    @prashantgupta727 6 лет назад +2

    But the suit shoulder should not hang from body shoulder

  • @madonnajeffers3121
    @madonnajeffers3121 7 лет назад +1

    You could also use medical paper for tracing

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  7 лет назад

      madonna jeffers great suggestion thank you for sharing!

  • @vickrickers
    @vickrickers 6 лет назад +1

    I was wondering how to trace off bust one size and waist a bigger size ?

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  6 лет назад

      Hi Susan, I would watch this video: ruclips.net/video/znuHQimDYGw/видео.html&list=PLfxTlKMr7TsB2czllHLsqePLp7ZJVF0MV&index=14 it shows how to pick a different size at the bust, waist and hip. You could draw this on the original pattern and the trace it off? Or trace off the 2-3 sizes you are and then amend the tracing. Hope this helps? Aneka x

  • @anon4518
    @anon4518 7 лет назад +1

    thanks

  • @FantomeMc
    @FantomeMc 6 лет назад +1

    Nice
    Any more video?

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  6 лет назад +1

      Yes, this Wednesday I am back and Sunday. I plan to launch more videos this year, I have reduced my teaching schedule to help with this. I hope you enjoyed the new videos. Aneka

    • @FantomeMc
      @FantomeMc 6 лет назад +1

      Made to Sew
      thank you so much

  • @favournwankwo8863
    @favournwankwo8863 5 лет назад +1

    Draft a trouser for us thanks

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  5 лет назад

      I am planning some pattern drafting tutorials.

  • @pattygardner231
    @pattygardner231 7 лет назад +4

    I usually like your tutorials, and your narrative for this one was informative, but I was disappointed because I wanted to watch you trace the pattern and markings, and then cut out the traced pattern. I would actually like to see you do the work while your talking, whether it's tracing or sewing.

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  7 лет назад

      Patty Gardner Hi Patty, so sorry you feel this way. I do show some tracing and copying the pattern at 9:39. I had loads of it filmed but felt that once I had shown a bit everyone would get the idea and I would be boring them. So sorry I didn't keep it in! Sorry to disappoint you. Aneka x

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  7 лет назад +6

      Hi Patty, I have edited a very short video of me tracing out the pattern and I will add some of cutting out the paper pattern too. I will launch this on Sunday morning before the next tutorial (pattern matching). Thank you for your feedback, really appreciated. Aneka x

  • @louisebooth21
    @louisebooth21 6 лет назад +1

    jesus talk about waffling on... found myself zoning out completely just listening to her!!

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  6 лет назад +1

      Really sorry you feel that way. I always try and include as much information as possible, so that even complete beginners can understand 'why' you do something. Sorry, Aneka

    • @jayekaye1320
      @jayekaye1320 5 лет назад +1

      Made to Sew Please don’t feel the need to apologise to this rude comment (troll?j. Your videos are excellent, very informative. I’ve just found you and have subscribed. Love, love love.

  • @mamayake
    @mamayake 6 лет назад +11

    ATTENTION ALL RUclips TUTORS: Please take a cue from this lady about getting a proper manicure BEFORE doing a tutorial where your fingers will be used to point things out. This is a teacher who PREPARED herself for the class. I cannot stand a tutor with dirty or unkempt fingernails.

    • @MadetoSew
      @MadetoSew  6 лет назад +1

      This is great, thank you :-)