How to Make Clothing Design Patterns
Making a clothing design pattern is a very basic skill that just about anyone can do. It is good to know how to create clothing patterns so you can design new pieces to add to your wardrobe. There are many ways to create clothing design patterns, but here is a simple way.
What you'll need:
- Marker
- Newspaper or large sheets of paper
- Measuring tape
- Pattern drafting guide
Instructions:
- Take all your measurements using the measuring tape. Measure around your shoulders, waist, chest, and wherever you want the shirt to hang. Also, measure from your neck line to the end of your shoulders on both sides and comfortably your underarm to whatever length you want your shirt to be. If you are making patterns for shorts or pants, it is best to use a pattern drafting guide that will assist you towards the best way to take your measurements.
- Write each of your measurements down, and do not forget to label which measurement is for what. Be sure to leave about one centimeter for the seam.
- Draw the pattern on newspaper or either large sheets of paper. Be sure you are using a marker to draw your pattern if you are using newspaper, so that you will be able to see the drawing through the newspaper. Your drawing should have one line that is the actual measurements and then the one centimeter seam allowance below outlining the hem. You can use another piece of clothing as a guide to create your own specific design.
- Cut out the pattern just below the seam allowance line.