How (and why) I trace large Patterns

In this video, I share how and why I trace my sewing patterns. I chose a large pattern because those are the trickiest. If you enjoy this video, please don't forget to like and share it.
#patterntracing #m7415 #needleandcurves #sewing #sewingbasics
- Pattern M7415
somethingdelightful.com/m7415
- Tracing paper purchased from Amazon.com www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...
- Red Wax Tracing Paper purchased from Richardthethread.com
www.richardthethread.com/index...
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[@KitchenFairy61]

I'm glad that your video popped up in my feed, because even us old dogs can learn a new trick. I used to do something similar u til my patterns started getting ripped up from the spiked tracing wheel. I found a smooth tracing wheel after years of searching. Then I read the facts sheet on Pellon 830 and a new way of tracing my patterns was born. I simply it over my pattern and trace it with a ball point pen. Once I'm finished, I have a permanent, durable copy of my pattern. I'll incorporate many of your ideas because they're good. Pinning the pattern and paper together is ingenious! You're right about cutting up old patterns. Once they're cut up you can't put them back together. Yes, I've been buying multiple patterns in the same size plus the smaller and larger sizes, because when you lose or gain weight, the size you need might not be available. Ebay is a good source of older patterns. I've been able to get older, uncut patterns there.

[@kimworkman2425]

Thank you so much for doing this video. I havent made pants in years because of fitting issues. You are giving us some info that is easy to understand and real.

[@suzanajames3278]

I’m so happy your video popped up on my feed!! I too trace all my patterns for the same reasons you do. I learned a few new tricks…thank you 👍🏼

[@robintheparttimesewer6798]

When I started tracing patterns I was working in an office. My boss let me keep the used carbon paper. Which I used to trace on to newsprint ends. I was mostly tracing for my kids. With multi sized patterns 3 kids different fabrics and a bit of imagination no one noticed I was using the same patterns. My babies are old now but the patterns are still complete.

[@needleandcurves7034]

That's awesome!

[@Sonika377]

This is such a useful video for begginers and everyone learning to saw ❤Ty! 😊

[@robintate998]

Thanks for showing us how to actually trace a pattern!! I think it's a very useful step!!! Your tricks are awesome!! I will be tracing most of my patterns from your tutorial. LOVE IT

[@needleandcurves7034]

You're welcome. I'm really glad that you found it helpful.

[@rosieroo538]

This has probably been the most well thought out method I've seen and I'll be trying it. I love the idea of using just a strip of the transfer paper as I do agree using larger sheets is annoying!

[@needleandcurves7034]

Thank you! I hope that you like it as much as I do.

[@bethperrine6431]

Super helpful tips! Thank you

[@darknessfierce4209]

You are beautiful Good work making clothes that fit Thanks for sharing this technique- I’m going to try

[@Plookiss]

I just this method with my wax free paper with the 2 inch strip and its amazing. Funny how the simple things you don't think about. Thank you!!!!

[@TheEvie202]

I use the late Nancy Zieman method with tape wax paper (yes from your kitchen) tracing wheel . Just tape your body changes to your commercial pattern. Sometimes she taped loose leaf paper to alter the pattern .

[@jimdrummer816]

My mother would use newspaper for the alteration parts, but then who gets a newspaper anymore. LOL

[@TheEvie202]

I feel you. I gave up on pattern companies and make my own patterns with my measurements . I got so tired of having to alter /fit the garment after paying for a pattern. Pattern companies cater to sizes 2 - 8 and flat as an ironing board not women with curves!

[@Plookiss]

Great tip for how to use the wax paper in strips :D

[@lynetterene]

I've been wanting to trace my patterns one day....this is very helpful!

[@lindanason6211]

Wow! Thank you so much! I’m just getting back into sewing and I keep looking for good ideas.

[@jindih]

Can you share your sewing area too please? It looks so functional, unlike my messy room and can never find anything.

[@elizabethburden9856]

Nice job! I love your organized sewing area, too! And I look forward to seeing how your pants turn out.

[@needleandcurves7034]

Thank you! I'll definitely do a video on the pants. Re: my sewing area, keeping a sewing space organized is hardddddd 😭 But I had to clean up to make the video. Talk about incentive, right?! 😂

[@andreajim1000]

Great advice and how to video. Enjoyable and informative!!!!!

[@cathyabbott5742]

That is a brilliant idea! I have always traced my patterns as well, but I like your idea of the chalk paper.

[@Nannypie2]

Thanks for sharing. I’m team trace also but I’ve always wrestled with using a large window. I’m definitely going to try your method with the pattern on top and tracing paper.👍🏽

[@needleandcurves7034]

Your sewing life changed forever and there's turning back now. LOL!

[@evepaludan7713]

Thank you for this tutorial! It was so helpful!

[@needleandcurves7034]

Glad it was helpful!

[@vanessaknight7129]

Thanks for sharing. This was very helpful.

[@BigDaddy-eu4yy]

im so glad i found your channel ... this is excellent info

[@sharonragathillary7196]

Thank you for your tutorial. It's very helpful.

[@catherineoborski2283]

Thank you! This is such a good idea!

[@needleandcurves7034]

You're welcome!

[@dirider1]

Good tutorial. Thank you!

[@paulabildson157]

I'm really glad to have found your channel. I am very new to sewing and have cut out patterns, later regretting it. It's good to see how you trace your patterns without too much work involved. I am definitely going to put your process into practice for myself. I have issues fitting and this should be so much better than ruining a pattern that could be used over and over again. I have also subscribed to your channel. Thank you.

[@okirp3613]

Thank you for making this video. I am a beginner.

[@debbiebridges5121]

I never thought to do it that way..hmm. I love the bask for the rulers.

[@needleandcurves7034]

It's the only way I will trace patterns. It's tried and true. And that basket of rulers is one of my favorite sewing accessories.

[@suzanne8216]

Very helpful! Thank you, sweetie!

[@needleandcurves7034]

Happy to do it!

[@KelyK70]

Im so glad to see you using your rotary cutter for paper. As a newbie, I was certain the sewing police were going to be knocking on my door for using a fabric cutting implement on paper.

[@needleandcurves7034]

LOL!!! Nope, you certainly can use a rotary cutter on paper.

[@TheMssiobhan]

Thank you!

[@cmagnusnorthfleet981]

I love this video because she's very honest and let you know it's okay to make mistakes which is very cool. However, I must say I really HATE jazz. LOL

[@needleandcurves7034]

Mistakes are a part of learning and LOL @ hating jazz!

[@pandorarouleau5528]

Thank you! This is very helpful to me as I’ve always tried to trace my patterns on the window. Also, I love the top you are wearing in this video. Did you sew that also? If so, do you know which pattern it was?

[@lybbieclark1644]

Good information.. I use to have the same problem..I got try.. so I learned how to draft patterns.. and stop buying them for me.. keep up the good work .. I’m also a beginner

[@needleandcurves7034]

Thank you! Drafting a pattern from scratch is a skill that I haven't tackled yet. Maybe one day.

[@quietjourney9168]

This was very helpful! Great video and I subbed too.😊❤️

[@needleandcurves7034]

Yay! Thank you!

[@sonialorenzo9223]

It was nice to see the way you work, you are very organized. Also I have a big window I could possibly use, great idea. I can see you are very excited about the fabric too.

[@needleandcurves7034]

I really was excited and love wearing my pants. You can see the completed pants on my IG page if you're interested.

[@sonialorenzo9223]

@@needleandcurves7034 i just used my big window to trace my pattern and it took just minutes to finish. Great tip.

[@lynetterene]

Hi there.... I just found you today 9.18.22 at 11:45 p.m. New subbie after reading through your videos. They sound Interesting to me. Thank you 😊

[@cynthiahuertas6365]

Nice

[@needleandcurves7034]

Thank you!

[@textiletailoredthoughts1420]

Great video. Glad I found you. Suscribed!

[@needleandcurves7034]

Thank you for hanging with me!

[@HenryPerez-tf6lr]

Love your videos❤️ where did u get your cutting table ?

[@sophiaanong9873]

Hey M, excellent video tutorial...where u been?

[@needleandcurves7034]

Thank you! I share a lot on Instagram in between YT videos.

[@janfranklin2114]

I’m team trace too.

[@needleandcurves7034]

I need too many changes to trust that I could or would get it right the first time around.

[@jindih]

Does the tracing wheel not cut through the tissue paper?

[@debbiebridges8807]

Are you using the smooth tracing wheel

[@carole3877]

Great question. I was wondering the same thing because a sharp wheel will eventually tear original paper

[@mariecabaneshucamis]

for me its not that wxpensive here to do a photo copy like those bigger sizez paper so i did use and cut the copy one and save the original

[@needleandcurves7034]

I will always have to do a bust adjustment and shorten the torso of a shirt or dress pattern, so it doesn't matter if I cut the bigger size or not.

[@nightingaleiom]

God , is it worth all that ? ( buying the tracing paper , the tracer , the red paper ,the tape, the ruler , the table with markings , the time , the original pattern , the fabric , ). A pair of pants in target costs $15-20 !??! Why ???

[@needleandcurves7034]

For me it is 100% worth it! My money, my craft, my experience, my time, and my enjoyment. I get to do with it as I choose.

[@codyandlindseyvogt8328]

If it makes someone happy and doesn't hurt anyone else, it's absolutely worth it! Is everything you enjoy doing "worth it"? Millions of people sew and go through this similar effort! If you don't find this particular craft worth your time, that's your prerogative, but I think you should look yourself in the mirror and ask yourself the same question "God, is it worth all that? (watching the video, making a snarky, trolling comment, putting someone down for no reason, the time, defending an unnecessary nasty comment) Being nice costs $0 and zero time !??! Why ???"

[@nalahmonet7497]

@Helen. She is simply better than Target.

[@annamarieh333]

It’s therapeutic, it’s a hobby, a skill. Like baking why bake a birthday cake for your babies when you can buy one? Because I enjoy the love I put into it and my babies faces when they see my creations.

[@evepaludan7713]

@@needleandcurves7034 Best of all, you have clothes that fit and last a long time.