Three Beginner Patterning Techniques

Hi folks, in this weeks video I show my three most used and beginner friendly patterning techniques. These are among the first techniques I learned when I started my drafting journey. I hope that those of you that are thinking of getting into to drafting enjoy and find the video useful. Susanne 💕
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See how I sewed up the last pattern here:
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Base - Standard Fitted/Woven Block
My Sewing machine - Brother F420
My Overlocker - Brother 1043d
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Paper I usually use for patterning - standard parcel paper

[@elizabethswan2040]

You make it look so easy, it’s a pleasure to watch.

[@annescanapico2181]

This was wonderful. I would love to see more of these, thank you

[@gilliandunkley3163]

Thank you so much for taking the time to clearly explain these techniques and demystifying the world of pattern manipulation. Keep em coming, you will make a dressmaker out of me yet lol

[@NavyRev]

This was great. You explained what my sewing teacher in high school couldn't. I get it now, 30+ yrs later.

[@kathycasey9521]

Thanks so much for this video! Wow. It’s so helpful. I appreciate you taking the time to prepare this video for your subscribers who are always so interested in your patterns.

[@judyhansen6237]

Hoping you will have more of these designing videos! 😃🤩

[@dianadivadiamond]

I usually see most of your makes but it's a pleasure seeing you showing how too. Very useful tips and hints on HOW TO.

[@janeford551]

Great video , please make more of these hunny xxxx

[@hafidazeddour5012]

It seems so easy when you explain it. I would like to see how you did cut and sew the green "blouse"

[@lindasutton937]

Thank you for an excellent and very informative video, and so so easy to understand. I'm sure I wont be the only person having a go. Hope you will consider doing more about your pattern drafting.

[@kabaperality]

Thank you. I do find all your videos very useful

[@elzasmit1879]

Wow excellent video, thank you. Love your videos💕

[@lorrainewhiting1267]

You are so generous with your techniques. Thank you so much, you have taught me so much.

[@kerrimackay521]

I really appreciate the sleeve gap technique. Thankyou

[@vansdeeley7000]

Thank you so much Suzanne, you made it look so simple and easy to follow x

[@io20501]

Best explanation ever! Adding to my favorites, and reference. Thank you!

[@claudettemighty5755]

This is the best.Always wanted to know how to remove gape from wormhole.

[@clarecook6092]

Fantastic idea to show how the pattern works when used to make a garment. The very clear connection has made me want to experiment and see what l can come up with. Many thanks as always 💕

[@gayprendergast7102]

Find you directions brilliant...thank you.

[@analaughlin1071]

I am so happy I found this video! It is exactly what I was looking for! Thank you!

[@lucywyatt434]

Your instructions are absolutely magnificent….! I can wait to try it on one of my patterns… 😊 thank you for getting me to trust my initiative

[@beckywelch1830]

I love all your videos! The patterning ones are my favorite! Thank you!

[@snyyng]

I would love to see all your bodice blocks in one video, with a brief explanation of how you made each one and why you made a separate block. I’m working on my first block now and would benefit from your perspective. Forgive me if there is a video like this already. I’m working my way through your library.

[@superisis2009]

Thanks you so much for This video.
I'm learning so much 🤗

[@tracyfrost]

This is fantastic please do more.

[@Badproductionsgc]

You are an amazing teacher. Love your videos…. And your accent😍

[@tammymasson2343]

I'm so glad for this video! I've been watching you for a long time, so it's nice to see these techniques in one place with your lovely finished example garments. Thank you for making this video!

[@Krisna_Mira_Santi]

Very usefull description techniek of pattern. Thank you so much Susan.

[@Mellie726]

Thanks Susanne, love this video, if you get bored (LOL) please make more of these!

[@leannsews]

I love patterning videos!! Fascinating 😁

[@qormi1000]

Excellent video. I feel a bit more confident now with darts. Thank you very much.

[@lindakrol5376]

This was great! Could we have more like this?

[@ccrss4970]

Thank you very much for sharing!!!

[@kerstinshadbolt1003]

Thank you for an excellent demonstration of 'dart magic'. Can't wait to try the different possibilities.

[@barbaracartwright2737]

That is sooo helpful, thankyou so much for explaining it , at last , I get it!!!🙂

[@sewlornaanne2139]

Thank you very much

[@Zeppylvr]

Thank you ! This is such a helpful video,I always learn so much from you…and my new Serger is up and running…with just a few swear words and some helpful RUclips videos I was able to thread the beast…but boy do I love it!!! Happy weekend!!

[@gillianwhaites5974]

Thankyou for demonstrating these techniques. Your simple explanations and demonstrations are very easy to follow. I e saved this for future reference. 😊

[@christineennis4766]

Thank you I love watching moving the darts so interesting.

[@wlmcfarl]

Amazing! Thanks for taking the time.

[@aayadalfadly2519]

Love u🧚‍♀️🧚‍♀️🧚‍♀️🧚‍♀️🧚‍♀️

[@mariontilton8494]

Thanks great information.

[@rubyjenkins1738]

I have sewn since childhood, but I needed this mini lesson. Although I already knew how to move a dart, seeing your quick and clear instructions motivated me to draft something using one of these techniques. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@tknow9298]

Thx. The information is helpful and presented well.

[@kapiabecky]

This is really helpful 👌👌👌👌

[@nancy3adel]

Amazing thanks very much

[@deonuacid]

Fantastic explanation!!,

[@pamelaclarke4625]

It was very informative thank you god bless

[@moeedliaqat7281]

amazing

[@mariew.7235]

Marie
A huge thank you for this wonderful video. It is so informative. Are you able to show how to transfer a waist dart and a bust dart into a French dart. Also have you ever used a French dart? I sewed a few dresses with a French dart and they are flattering but I still cannot get the fit to be perfect as I m using a commercial pattern. I would like to be able to make my own block with a French dart.

[@wendyb7993]

Great info 🤗

[@bernadettealia9905]

Thanks a lot!

[@artemisarojas9999]

Thank you so much....

[@susanconnolly8556]

great tutorial, will come in handy.

[@wolansatesfa787]

Thanks 👍

[@izabeau1953]

I love all your garments you make but never new how is it that it all fits so well. Or how you make all the different dresses. This really will help me to start to create something. It just takes time, so will have to set some time aside to try these different method. Still don’t know how you changed the square neck method ...🤷🏼‍♀️.

[@Bernietheoc]

👏

[@christinebarker9251]

That was great. I'm looking at doing the gathering of the neckline. So it has helped. X

[@zibergirl2]

Thank you!

[@ruthirwin8222]

You are amazing

[@evelynferrer1322]

Very nice

[@cindykq8086]

Is there a video about making the basic pattern you base your clothing on? So far, all the "making of" videos show you adapting a basic pattern, but how do you make that basic pattern?

[@barbarameeker7986]

Excellent!

[@Lanaroblox0]

Thanks for this well explained video
Do you have a basic pattern block video pls?
Thank u

[@janicecoulson5388]

Thank you! Light bulb moment! I need more of these. Fitting is the one thing I struggle with. Wish there was a company that made blocks to your own measurement

[@siham1540]

Thank you so much!!

[@teamirina3587]

Thank you so much!

[@janthrower4271]

thank you for this instruction. i know it will help me later on

[@chrisboyd3626]

Love your videos! Do you have a recommended link for adjustments after a basic block is created? For instance, fwd shoulder, narrow shoulder, sway back?

[@eileenfb1948]

❤❤❤

[@elaine58100]

Thank you so much, really interesting. However has I have never thought about moving darts like in your first example and I apologise before hand if I sound stupid - which is because I probably am. But why would I do this?

[@monikawidensky8815]

Thank you so much. I should definitely use that in the future.

[@gayprendergast7102]

Living in Kilkenny...where do you buy your lovely fabrics?

[@CandycaneLane999]

Thank you so much, the neck gathering is the one I was confused on

[@NordeggSonya]

Me too! I am fat (currently slimming) and my belly sticks out. I want to use that exact technique to make a few T shirts I can wear in the garden. Thank you so much for making this all so learnable!

[@marinalopez5652]

HI ILOVE HOW EASY YOU MAKE LOOK CAN YOU PLEASE DO A PANT

[@Justdiggingit]

Thanks for this. What dress form do you use?

[@sylvie904]

can you tell me what type of card you use for your slopers,

[@Rania_Abdulmoniem_Nosier]

Should I adjust the gape in the armhole in advance before applying the pattern on fabric in the sleeveless designs .. I mean, is this gape is exsisted anyways in the bodice pattern and is needed to be adjust before applying sleeveless patterns on fabric

[@gladtidings4all]

That’s fixing a bodice pattern gap but how do I fix a ready made dress with a gap like that. It already has a side dart?

[@laila358]

Thank you I want to like teqniquse please

[@gilliandunkley3163]

Thank you so much for taking the time to clearly explain these techniques and demystifying the world of pattern manipulation. Keep em coming, you will make a dressmaker out of me yet lol