UNDERSTANDING PATTERNS

An introduction to pattern making, learning basic key terms and symbols.

  • Duration

    12 minutes

  • Tools

    Pattern

  • Learners

    65+

  • Video

    12 minutes

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN...

Accurate measurement

Understanding how to measure your body to determine the correct pattern size.

Pattern preservation

Techniques for tracing patterns to retain original sizes for future use.

Grain line alignment

Importance of aligning pattern pieces with the fabric's grain line for proper garment fit.

Notch cutting

Methods for cutting notches to ensure precise seam matching.

Instruction adherence

Following detailed pattern instructions for successful garment construction.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED...

  Pattern of your choice

COURSE LESSONS

Great Basics

I have been wanting to get into sewing for a while but I always find the patterns so complicated. Holly breaks them down super well and makes it really easy to understand. I'm really excited to try and make one now.

Amina Elbaz

Highly Recommend

I really would recommend this course to everyone getting into sewing. It covers all of the basics you need to know to be able to create a garment from a pattern. I just finished my first dress yesterday and it came out great!

Maya Duarte

So Useful

This is great for learning the fundamentals. It covers all of the basics like the grain line and seam allowance which can get super complex when looking at a pattern and Holly is really clear when communicating the information.

Ivy Robbinson

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Created by

Holly Stirman

Fashion Designer
Holly Stirman has worked in the fashion industry for four years and has experience with sustainability, pattern making, fashion design and sewing.
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