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Silvia_slowlystitching

4 hours ago

Falconer Pants And Apron Belly

Hi there! I would love to make the Falconer pants by Helens closet but I'm worried about my big apron belly 😩 Has anyone made them and has suggestions on how to handle the belly/crotch? Should I use my half back measurements x 2 to find my overall...

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Heatherens18

14 hours ago

What Should Designers Check Before Sending A Pattern Into Production?

I'm not a designer but have been a pattern tester for a few pattern designers. From my experience, ensure that you test on multiple body types and sizes. Also, it's important to listen to those who you have test for you. I've had almost all...

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Anniehen

1 day ago

Balloon/Bubble Pants

I think there are others who like WBM patterns. I’m am just sharing my own experiences with them. Where are you based Lorilyn?

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Lorilyn

2 days ago

Balloon/Bubble Pants

Wow, that is such good info on the inaccurate drafting. i only made undies..how hard could they be? What pattern companies do you feel are quality from your previous makes? I would appreciate it...as i am looking into more independent patterns...

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Jay T

2 days ago

What A Discovery!

Hi folks, I've just joined. Looking forward to chatting, viewing and learning all things sewing. I'm not on Facebook and am pleased I've found another option to connect with others that sew. I'm 69, now retired, and have been building a fabric...

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SewHayleyJane

4 days ago

What Should Designers Check Before Sending A Pattern Into Production?

Thank you for sharing, I'm not sure we have many pattern designers here! The forum is mostly used by home/hobby sewists.

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LydiaDesignStudio

4 days ago

What Should Designers Check Before Sending A Pattern Into Production?

I’m curious how other designers handle the transition from a finished pattern to actual production. A pattern may look ready on paper or digitally, but issues can still appear once sampling begins — especially with fit, grading, fabric behavior,...

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