It all starts with an idea. Then, a pencil sketch. For those of you who are too hip for pencils, you can sketch it out on the computer through programs like Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop. These sketches are called flats. Technical pattern makers add immense details to these flats so that it translates to the patterns that they will make for the design.
My sketches, or flats
After this, you develop a pattern. You will need the basics like the front and back bodice, the front and back sleeves, front and back skirt pieces, etc. If you are a little confused about what I'm referring to, you need to get yourself the book Patternmaking for Fashion Design by Helen Armstrong. You will never need to buy clothes after reading this book because this book teaches you everything you need to know about making your own clothing.
After you finish your patterns, you need to cut a sample. This will help you see how it will fit and where you need to fix the pattern if you need to.
This a cut and sewn sample. P.S. if you don't have a messy space, you're doing it wrong :)
Once the pattern is fixed, you cut the real thing. After cutting, you sew it all together. Quick tip: press in between sewing every piece; it will make all the difference.
After everything is said and done, or sewn and pressed, you end up with the finished product!
This is my Lilac Dreams top and skirt set
And this one is my Collar Full top
Most of the time there will be some differences between the sketch and the design. For the designs above I omitted the bow on both designs but added a ribbon detail on the sleeves for the shirt.
This is just a little taste of what I go through to make a design. I'll base a later blog post on the full process, from sketch to physical design. Thanks for tuning in, I hope you create something for yourselves soon.
Stay fashionable kids.
-Daniela
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