Women

Pattern construction for kimono and batwing sleeves

Learn how to construct a sleeve for kimono and batwing tops. A pattern drawing tutorial.

Grading different Sleeves

The measurements are marked with abbreviations and the grading directions are indicated by arrows for the grading of a one-piece sleeve. The vertical …

Pattern Construction for Trouser Suits

The trouser suit is an essential everyday companion for every woman. Unlike its male counterpart, trouser suits for women can be worn to any …

Dart and Seam Variations for Dresses

This article shows how darts can be manipulated or removed with the help of panel seams.

Pattern construction for wedding dresses

This article shows the pattern cutting technique of a dress with wide collar and a long dress with pleated neckline.

Collar Shapes for Dresses and Blouses

In this article we show you the most important possibilities for collar constructions for dresses and blouses, as well as pattern instructions for …

Pattern Construction for Stand-up Collar

Depending on the length of the upper collar edge, a collar tilts more or less towards the neck or stands out from the neck. A collar tilted towards …

Sailor Collar

Draft the collar directly onto the joined front and back pattern for a very wide Sailor collar to achieve the necessary length at the collar edge.

Pattern Construction for Peter Pan Collar

The Peter Pan Collar is totally trendy right now and definitely an eye-catcher. This round collar shape came up in the 1920s and experienced a …