diy patterns

Creative designs for special occasions mesmerize little girls from 6 to 12 years. For the first communion or as a wedding flower girl, these perfectly tailored, romantic dresses transform Young ladies into little princesses.

The relaxed look has become socially acceptable. Functionality and comfort are in demand for the next season. Stretch fabric and Jersey allow a slim silhouette with new proportions. Casual trousers with drawstring waist and rib cuff hem are shown in …

The ski suit is an outfit for winter sports, which is worn when skiing (downhill skiing and cross-country skiing) but also when sledging or ice skating. The two-piece ski suit is a combination of a jacket and trousers. The one-piece ski suit is also …

Here we show how to construct the pattern for a classic ladies vest. This is an excerpt from the book Patternmaking for Jackets and  Coats. The complete tutoarial can be found on page 47.

The cummerbund is a waist sash or waist belt worn around the belly. Traditionally the cummerbund is a part of the elegant men's wardrobe and is worn instead of a tuxedo vest to a single row tuxedo jacket. It is colour-coordinated with the bow tie …

You can find the full article in the Rundschau for women 4.2010.   Collarless Jacket Basic Pattern: Basic jacket block   Front and Back Pattern Use a basic jacket pattern in size 40 as a foundation. Mark the jacket length 14 cm below the …

New fabrics, decorative details and colorful all-over prints - the new ski wear designs are as diverse as never. Cross functionality plays an increasingly important role in ski wear. The new ski garments are not only suitable for the slopes but also …

This article shows the cutting technique of three coats. Here you will find instructions for the pattern construction for women's coats in three different silhouettes.

The Caban jacket is a jacket reaching over the hip and/or a short coat or Stutzer. Usually it is double-breasted with a very wide lapel collar, accentuated pockets and large buttons or gag closure. It emerged in the 60's and was inspired by the …