Make your own patterns

by Rene Bergh

With this guide to patternmaking, it’s easier than ever to design a pleasing wardrobe, replace worn-out garments, and adapt clothing to changes in body shape. Expert instructions and fully illustrated techniques, show how to take measurements from clothes that already look and feel great, and transfer them to hand-drawn patterns, either full-size or to scale. There are patterns for any attire—skirts and dresses, jackets and trousers, blouses, shirts and tees—and they can be adapted for a variety of necklines, collars, and sleeves. The result is a wardrobe that’s original, fashionable, affordable, and comfortable for years to come.

Genres: Sewing, Nonfiction, Crafts, Fashion

127 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1995

Reviews

[Susan]

I have two copies of this book if anyone wants/needs a copy.

[Kiera · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very visual resource for pattern construction. The styles (and some language) are artifacts of a different time, and some of the pattern patterns lose track of the measurements you need, but a great introductory resource for pattern making.

[Sharon Faulkner · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very informative and easy to read and understand book, with clear instructions and guides. I am looking forward to putting the theory into practice and using the knowledge to upcycle old styles to new more modern clothes.

[Jennifer · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very clear and approachable! Some of the ideas are more complicated than I need, but some are simple and seem do-able. I sewed a lot more when I was a teenager (and younger) then I do now, probably because I had more time and patience then. At the time I loved it when the pieces of a pattern fit together almost magically to create a dress or blouse..... this book explains how to create patterns that will, hopefully, have the same result.

[Naomi · Rating 3 out of 5]

Rated 3 stars because I haven't tried it yet. This book shows you how to make your own clothing patterns. Seems pretty straight forward. Also see How To Make Sewing Patterns by Donald H. McCuun.

[Christina · Rating 3 out of 5]

A good resource I might come back to if I really take up creating my own patterns/fashions. It's from the mid 90s and the styles includes are somewhat 80s, somewhat classic. I especially like that there are quarter size patterns included as a starting point.

[Elkhodra]

learn of patterns clothes

[Cherie · Rating 2 out of 5]

Great tips for sewing...and for how to create various styles in sewing.

[Kat · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great tips for sewing! This is a must have side-kick with tailoring and alterations.

[OluwaPrecious OmoZion]

i like it