Stand-up Lapel Collar Pattern Construction

This interesting collar variant is the combination of the cut for a stand-up collar and the simple lapel collar. The collar cut is constructed in the …

Pattern Construction Volant Skirt

Volants give a simple skirt a touch of lightness and romance. Depending on the material, flounces can also be styled cool. The flounce and frill …

Lapels drafted on the front and back pattern

Lapel and shawl collars are mostly drafted on the break line. But when the lapel will get a lager collar width or  a hollowed neckline the pattern …

Pattern Construction Plastron Shirt

White Plastron shirts for men`s suits have always been a styling tip. Now the shirt with piping or frills on the chest has also conquered the …

Pattern Construction for Sleeve Variations

Statement sleeves are the red thread that runs through all fashion shows and make every outfit look special. Many different styles can be developed …

Lapel drafted on the break line

Lapel and shawl collars are drafted either on the break line or directly on the joined front and back pattern. Which option is to be preferred, …

Lapel Variations for Double-breasted Jackets

Draw the new front hem from the sideseam perpendicular to the centre front. This change is necessary to prevent the wide underlap of the …

Shirt dress pattern construction

The shirt dress is an absolute classic. The fashion all-rounder is derived from the so-called shirt blouse for ladies (blouse with collar and button …

How to make a Pants with Kick Pleats

Use a standard pants pattern with darts in size 40 as a foundation. Lower and extend the crotch line 1 cm each on the front and back pattern. Draw …