How to Draft Your Own Patterns

[@sandihj]

A little money-saving compromise - some brands of gift wrap paper have a grid printed on the back, usually 1” X 1”, sometimes with dots marking quarter or half inches as well. After the winter holidays, gift wrap is often on sale for very cheap, so you can get nice big rolls of gridded paper for a tiny price, as long as you don’t mind dinosaurs in Santa hats on the reverse side of your pattern.

[@CorneliusQuiring]

That's a fantastic tip indeed. thanks for sharing :)

[@deenasostrom2360]

Some times the squares are a bit of so check them first. Also check your tape measure occasionally as they can stretch over time

[@deenasostrom2360]

* off

[@KatL-h7t]

I’ve found it at Salvation Army before. Just lucky I guess

[@MissingRaptor]

I get it at the dollar store and I love it 💖

[@07fredster0298]

This man is The bob ross of tailoring, never fallen so far down a rabbit hole as your channel great job

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Thank you, I'm glad you get something out of my content.

[@ashleatenny2719]

I love how you always put things into laymans terms with a bit of humor. It never feels condescending or unkind. ❤

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Thank for saying that. I personally get confused with all the fancy terms so I'm glad you appreciate my approach.

[@judih.8754]

​@@CorneliusQuiring Yes I appreciate how you demystify the process.

[@YanickFM]

"anything broken down into small enough chunks is manageable" is such a good thing to remember. My first pattern was a stuffed animal. I was about 15 and My boyfriend at the time was obsessed with ferrets, but wasn't allowed to get one. So for his birthday I made him one. I remember staying up all night copying parts of my other stuffed animals to figure out how to do it. I had been sewing since I was very young, but that was my first time making my own pattern I think. My grandma thought it looked store bought so I felt good about it haha

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Wow, making a stuffed animal is a real challenge indeed so kudos to you for taking it on. Also, it sounds like you have a wonderful grandma.

[@ruthkirkparick3535]

OK, I stopped a 5.24. I've watched so many tutorials on both how to take measurements and pattern drafting, I've lost count. Already you have solved two problems that continued to plague me. I'm subscribed and have both enjoyed your presentation style, and learned things or got a better insight into things I have always known/done. I will continue watching this video but will also flag it to watch again later to I can apply what you have so succinctly presented to the patterns I have drafted and resolve those problems. Once again, thank you so much for being such a great teacher--informative and never dull.😊

[@CorneliusQuiring]

oh wonderful, I'm happy there was something useful in this video. Thanks for watching!

[@peterjanssen5901]

Btw, any men here who started sewing not to make shirts (though having my own home made t-shirts is amazing), but fancy over-coats? I always loved Inverness coats with half capes, but you can find those in the store. And neither are there any waistcoats to my liking. So, that's how I started. I'm glad I found this channel, it confirmed a lot of things I'm doing right and showed me those extra important tips of what I am doing wrong.

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Good on you for making the things you want. Inverness coats are fun!

[@davidgraham-parker]

I bought a sewing machine almost three years ago and took it out of the box a month and a half ago. I'm now costumer for an amateur theatre I'm involved with. It's a learning curve, but one I've been looking forward to for decades!

[@sallyb7472]

When you make yourself laugh it makes my day! Thank you for all your knowledge, delivered plainly and with whimsy.

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Oh wonderful, Thank you for taking an interest.

[@alzahraaashkanani2984]

thank for this, this is probably the only video where there is an actual demonstration of how to make patterns, i was struggling as the first thing to learn before i start sewing anything is how to turn my sketch design into actual sizes and patterns that i could use and this is the only thing that helped! thank u🌷

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Oh wonderful, I'm glad to hear my approach makes sense to you. I hope all your sketches become a reality.

[@daxxydog5777]

My first drafting project was a pencil skirt, then a bodice block so I could make a dress. I learn something new every time I watch one of your videos, and I’ve been sewing since I was little, so thanks!

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Oh nice, good on you for making your own blocks and thank you for watching.

[@MizrahiChick]

The channel of MY DREAMS !!! I FOUND IT !!!

[@CorneliusQuiring]

:)

[@6476tyujhfg]

You’re the best teacher ever!!!! You should have millions of subscribers lol

[@CorneliusQuiring]

I appreciate the support!

[@LemonwaterLally]

Oh my I’ve been watching pattern drafting tutorials for six months and always give up because the explanations are so complicated and long winded BUT now I have you ! So simple and without the rambling which my adhd brain tunes out after 2mins……so Thank you 🙏

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Oh that's awesome. I'm glad to hear my approach works for you. Thanks you for watching.

[@lynnb-TruckCastreauJr]

I adore your mannerisms. You're quirky, funny and highly informative. 🥰

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Well thank you and thanks for watching!

[@dianneunderwood8456]

I have been learning to draft patterns for myself for about 5 years now -- all self-taught from KZbin and websites. And I have to say that I keep learning something new each time I watch a new video that has helped to streamline the process. So that now my patterns fit well. And I think I would also enjoy learning to draft men's patterns-- thank you greatly for making these tutorials to help me get started. One thing I learned from doing women's pattern drafting was a method to help determine shoulder slope on the front bodice piece which may be helpful. Measure from the waist at centre front to the centre of the low shoulder point (where top of arm meets end of shoulder). I also used this for the back bodice pieces and found it did take some of the guesswork out for measurements which meant fewer alterations for the test pieces. Like you said -- we are squishy and are not the same from one side to the next.

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Oh nice. Thank you for sharing a bit about yourself. It's great to get to hear from the folks, like yourself, watching my videos. Thanks for sharing your technique as well!

[@DJ_Borderline_Barbie]

After like a billion pattern making videos and books and mental breakdown this video felt like a gift from heaven tysm for this it is truly so helpful! Bless your soul omg

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Oh wonderful, I'm glad this was of use to you!

[@juliemac5604]

As a sewist, I just watch your videos because I think you are funny and cute. Then, I end up learning something new, every time!

[@CorneliusQuiring]

A compliment of the highest order, thank you :)

[@peterjanssen5901]

"Sewist", I like that term. I tend to use "Seamster" myself, as I don't dare to call myself a tailor or even a...Sartorialist. ;)

[@juliemac5604]

@ it came from people not liking to be called professional seamstresses, or the equivalent of toilet sludge tubes (sewers). Sewist is also gender neutral.

[@peterjanssen5901]

@@juliemac5604 Odd, I've had a few seamstresses as aunts, who took pride in their title. And Gender neutral terms are boring conformity if you ask me, like we're assembly line products.

[@susannebkvig4011]

I suppose the reason we all follow his videos is because the more you learn the more you find, that you can also learn.

[@Senki207]

Will watch the full video once my new place is done enough to set up the sewing machine, just here to like and comment because the algorithm gods prefer early engagement and Corn needs that KZbin support to keep making us these videos. Honestly, me wearing shirts that I made to work is all thanks to you, keep it up!

[@CorneliusQuiring]

oh nice, I'm happy to hear you've gotten use of out my video and you are a true, unsung hero. Thank you for engaging and many the new place come together quickly.

[@TheMagwade]

My first drafted pattern was for a Native American ceremonial ribbon vest. I drafted it on paper grocery bags. So far I have only done those, but in several sizes. I'm so excited to try more and different clothing items, but also nervous about it. Having your videos to watch is giving me motivation and confidence to just go ahead and get started. Going to subscribe right now 😁

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Oh nice, I have no doubt the vest turned out beautifully! I have full faith you can get the hang of pattern drafting!

[@toniahand9225]

First time I’ve understood this! Thank you for stripping down to the basics!!!!

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Oh nice, I'm glad it made sense!

[@maygonzalez989]

Same!

[@stephenboyd7244]

" True up" is actually a term used by us tailors. And a little bit of advice, remember when taking your measurements, try to have someone do that for you and always place two fingers under the measuring tape for wear ease

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Those are some good tips, thank you for sharing.

[@SherieRodrigues]

Thank you so much, great advice.❤

[@shokwave00]

I haven’t drafted anything yet… but if I ever do it’ll be thanks in large part to the inspiration from these videos.

[@CorneliusQuiring]

I'm glad to hear it! I hope you do one day.

[@UnitasPhotography]

My first pattern was a clown outfit for my clown character back in early 1990s. I'm fairly self taught but I am an artist by trade, so that helps. Now I am looking to sew my first Santa suit and I am finding your videos helpful in reminding me what I have forgotten and learning a few helpful tips. Recently I made a long sleeve shirt based on your earlier pattern making videos. Thank you for sharing.

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Oh nice, I hope the Santa suit turns out as you hope and delights many in the upcoming holidays. Also, a clown costume is fun! Thanks for watching what I put out there.

[@LesleyMorris-t9f]

Thanks Cornelius! I started out sewing clothes, went to quilts, now want to get back to clothes! ...and quilts! (can't quit that!)

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Good on you, why choose when you can do both :)

[@Cheshix]

For my patterns I reuse paper packaging that comes from shipping boxes! Most of it is quite a bit thicker than pattern paper, but it works out just fine. I just collect it, flatten, and fold. It can usually be ironed on low heat if its super crinkled to make it easier to use. My first project I made a larger piece of fabric from fabric sample squares, and then used it to reupholster a telephone bench I thrifted. Came out great!

[@CorneliusQuiring]

That's some thrifting thinking, I like it. Plus, it isn't going to waste which is nice! I imagine that telephone bench turned out nice!

[@cloisterene]

I very much appreciate the way you organize and simplify the process so that it can be easily committed to memory.

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Oh wonderful, I'm glad to hear my approach works for you.

[@highfashionjunkie9459]

The way you made this made this make sense to me in 10 minutes ❤

[@CorneliusQuiring]

I'm glad you got something out of my video. Thanks for watching.

[@torigriggs1694]

Here to feed the algorithm but also to say thank you for these videos. Trying to learn how to sew when I was younger ended in frustration and I walked away. I’ve recently dipped my toe back in and being able to learn while being spoken to like an old friend is delightful.

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Good on you for making your way back and that makes me happy to hear!

[@G.L.McCarthy-vr1oe]

First self drafted pattern was an apron. Super simple & used old embroidered table cloths & dresser scarfs, so cheep too. And no worries, they were stained & worn. I didn't Frankenstein the heirloom goods. So much easier to tweak the finished object since it was all flat, worked out well for my confidence. Thanks for the "advance" tutorial! Congratulations on the new abode:)

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Oh nice, that's a great project that to learn pattern drafting with. Even with the stains, I imagine it was beautiful.

[@L30N_M]

Need this more than ever. It was your content that got me into wanting to sew my own clothes ideas, and I'm now working on a jacket as my first big project. Excited but taking every step to make sure o avoid too many screw ups haha. Cheers from Canada Cornelius

[@CorneliusQuiring]

That's awesome to hear. I hope your jacket turns out exactly as you hope!

[@violette4841]

I got an old used book on making your own underwear/lingerie. It was written by a Canadian Home Ec. teacher. I drew a numbered grid on a roll of Pellon tracing paper and made sure I took my own measurements as she instructed. I got the curved rulers and ended up just trying to figure out how to use them like you did. The hard part was finding all the materials and notions for underwear as the sewing shops have closed and you end up buying online and it is expensive. I could have bought the underwear for a lot less money, but it was interesting. I copied the book's patterns on the Pellon with a grid. Best outcome was trying lots of different types of fabrics and making the old liberty bodices/camisoles for wearing under white blouses. I watched your video on cleaning your 1980s sewing machine so I cleaned and oiled mine like you did. Some globs of dried-up oil, but amazingly clean 1970s machine all the same. Hardly anything to clean. Made in Ohio 'White' machine. I did use an old Singer treadle that someone left me for a few years. I had to do handsewn buttonholes. That makes you feel like you can try anything. As to making a button-down shirt with a collar. It was very hard for me, and I really struggled with it. I attempted a classic boy's short-sleeved. buttons down the front and collar - and finally did it, but the collar really had me in a tizzy. I'm going to check your shirt video out. Boy I had a hard time of it there.

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Thank you for sharing a bit about yourself. It's great to get to hear from the folks, like yourself, watching my videos. Good on you for challenging yourself with underwear and a button down. Also, your machine thanks you :)

[@lillianr4521]

I'm so excited for you! You explained pattern drafting and rulers so clearly. Thank you so much for another informative and entertaining piece on sewing. Congratulations on your new studio. Editing Corn did a fantastic job with all the graphics, camera angles, lighting, sound and overall look of this video.

[@CorneliusQuiring]

I'll be sure to let Editing Corn know, but I worry all the comments will get to his head :) haha. I am glad to hear that my video was of use to you.

[@lillianr4521]

😂 Editing Corn strikes me as a very sensible sort.

[@erisculpepper8867]

Always love your videos!! I started learning to sew watching my Mum and Grandma sew. Grandma used a treadle machine that I still have and use from time to time (although it has been a while).. Also have a hand-crank Singer that is lots of fun. Look forward to getting my art studio built so I can get back into it all. Thanks for so many informative and entertaining videos!!

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Oh nice, it makes me happy to hear that you still have your grandma's old treadle. I hope you get your studio together soon. Thanks for watching!

[@judih.8754]

Cornelius, my first pattern was a vest I made for my youngest sister when I was 16. It was "sew" much fun. I really enjoy that you inject some levity in your lesson. Thanks so much!!

[@CorneliusQuiring]

How nice of you to make something for her and thank you for watching what i put out there.

[@patriciamaeanthony3838]

I also create pressing templates using oak tag, keeping in mind turn of the cloth and making them a scant 1/16” smaller than the pattern piece. These pressing templates are excellent for shirtmaking, to get nice, crisp, accurate shapes for flaps, pockets, collar stands and collars, cuffs, as well as button plackets. They are especially useful for curves. I tend to put stay stitching one thread width inside the seam allowance to prevent stretching wherever there is bias, and to prevent stretching even just from handling. I have been making shirts for many years, and find this tutorial to be very accurate and well presented for beginners.

[@CorneliusQuiring]

These are great additional details on how you do things. Thanks for sharing!

[@JamesTrickful]

I've learnt so much from your videos. First drafted pattern, was a pair of trousers based on your previous videos, accompanied by the book! Thank you heaps, keep up the great work!

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Thank you for your generosity! I hope those first pair of pants turned out as you'd hoped.

[@JGC5286]

Quite a Joyous film…. Perfect & full of great info. Brilliant Cornelius! Thank you very much. Jacqueline

[@CorneliusQuiring]

And thank you for watching! You are kind.

[@peterjanssen5901]

One thing I like to share as well for taking measurement is using elastic waistband for the horizontal & vertical lines, especially black and then marking shoulder points, etc on the half way mark of the body's circumference and other important measuring points. (So, you create an actual vertical & horizontal line "skeleton" with elastic waistband) And if I'm really stumped on how to start - and I use this on my dolls to make clothes - I wrapped them in tinfoil, then masking tape. Then I draw lines on it with marker, using my measuring tape (and/or elastic waist band again) as a guide, and of course write down the measurements. This gives you a rough idea of the shape and then I proceed to make a precise "box" from that using my french curves. I hope that this was useful and clearly explained. :)

[@peterjanssen5901]

And still, I have trouble measuring sleeve holes and necklines precisely. But I get there with a lot of tweaking. And the tip of using 90 degree angles is really going to help me in the future, I just know it. So thanks a mil for that important game changer.

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Thank you for sharing your way. I recently discovered the elastic band method and it was a game changer. Glad to hear others use it too.

[@ractenor]

you can also purchase rolls of kraft brown paper (like paper grocery bags) If you make a lot of garments out of a single pattern, or you reuse blocks - the tagboard is and excellent way to keep your patterns in good condition

[@CorneliusQuiring]

That's a great tip. Thank you for sharing.

[@Whythebutterfly]

This is such a great start for me! My mom taught me to make a pattern out of existing clothes, I would love to learn to draft my patterns to my measurements. Thank you so much! Checking your classes for sure!

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Oh nice. Thank you for your interest and I hope you're able to learn as much as you desire.

[@ruthkirkparick3535]

My first self drafted pattern was for a small handbag/phone wallet. That is what led me to attempting a bodice block, but I am still tweaking that. I am much more confident about it, now that I've watched this.

[@CorneliusQuiring]

oh nice. Im' glad to hear you're tackling a bodice.I hope it turns out as you wish.

[@Planktussy]

I love this man with all my heart and soul

[@CorneliusQuiring]

You are kind, thank you.

[@patriciajrs46]

Corn you're very informative and very funny. Thank you for all that you do.

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Thank you. 🙏🏻

[@curtiscallwood3038]

Cornelius, you are GENIUS I enjoy your videos and learn more than I did while attending university! The first pattern I made when my peers, at that time thought I was crazy, was for my mother's gown to wear to my high school graduation many years ago. My profile pic displays a design I customized for my mother's birthday last year. Despite my knowledge and experience, I find your videos an excellent resource, and admire your teaching skills!

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Oh wow, I'm impressed that you made her the gown for your graduation. That's so very thoughtful of you. Thanks for sharing a bit about yourself as well.

[@curtiscallwood3038]

@@CorneliusQuiring That is a huge compliment from you Sir, thanks for acknowledging it!

[@michelenorine3621]

Yeo, watched to the end :) When I was in Jr. High ( a long time ago) they still taught Home EC and the sewing teacher wanted everyone to sew a stuffed animal, I had been sewing since I was nine, so I had to get special permission from my mom stating I could sew a vest/skirt combo that I did a little adjusting on. This was the early 70's. I did get an "A" on my outfit. Love your content and you make pattern drafting very understandable, and I love your humor :)

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Thank you for watching the whole video and thank you for sharing a bit about yourself. It sounds like you've got a wealth of knowledge and experience.

[@michelenorine3621]

@@CorneliusQuiring Thanks Cornelius. I really don't do any "fancy sewing" having given up on horrible fitting patterns over the years. As with others, I have worked and worked to understand drafting and fitting. My role model was Nancy Zieman, and I was so sad when she passed away. I still haven't mastered the art of the "fit", but your short video and you tube content has really helped ALOT!! It just filled in more of the puzzle....because in my brain, it is like a puzzle and it seems some want to keep some of the piece's secret- lol!! Really it is just my brain :) you are a gem and thank you again for your informative content.

[@deniseward002]

You're so good at making videos and sharing information in a very absorbing way. I simply marvel at it.

[@CorneliusQuiring]

That means a lot, I’m glad you enjoy them!

[@PistachioPunch]

this is actually the most helpful video I have ever watched on this topic thank you!!🙏🏻

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Oh wonderful, I'm glad you think so.

[@sillysausage2244]

Despite being subscribed, and bell activated, this is the first video of yours that has appeared on my feed for several months!

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Well I'm happy at least some are coming through. Thank you for taking an interest.

[@sillysausage2244]

@CorneliusQuiring Me too! I think YT like you to post a video every week at the same time, and if you don't, they kind of let things slide - they try to bend you to their will to make you more of a commodity for ad and sponsorship revenue, I guess...

[@Siansonea]

Congrats on your new space! I'm sure you've already had to create new Handyman Corn and Decorator Corn clones, hopefully they cooperate well together. You're going to have so much fun making your new sewing room the perfect setup. 🤠🤌

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Indeed, they are busy down there coming up with all kinds of ideas. They key will be to keep them focused on the shared vision :)

[@Which-Craft]

I've never drafted a full pattern. I've made bits of patterns I could use to put whatever together. I managed to make a decent linen jacket out of them - not fancy, but it fits well and makes me happy. I'm not a sewer, so I'm pretty proud of it.

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Good on you for cobbling together something you could use!

[@potterheadonpage3943]

I've copied the front of a vest i have, and modified it slightly to make the fabric align more with my shoulder. I'm planning on using that to crochet a new vest, but I also want to get into sewing. I just discovered your channel, and it looks super informative and I like your style. thanks for this video :)

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Oh nice, I hope your vest turns out as you hope and you do plenty of sewing. I appreciate your interest!

[@Studiolussoalberta]

Love the way you explain things. Very simple and straightforward. And you are very comical😂

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Well thank you, you are kind.

[@therowofboats4840]

Corn, I looked through your catalogue of videos in case I was about to ask something that you had already done but I didn't find anything. I care very much for the idea of reduce, reuse, and recycle. Have you ever considered doing videos for up-cycling used clothing? For example, alterations or adding embellishments like elbow patches to a good thrift store find? Just a thought. Your content is great-the hard work and dedication shows.

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Thank you for the suggestions. No, I haven't done much or any really of such content, but I will certainly consider it.

[@OldMotherLogo]

@@CorneliusQuiringI would love that, too! I am particularly fond of Edwardian style clothing. I am wondering if there are ways I can take contemporary clothing from thrift shops and modify them to create a nod to Edwardian style. Right now I am just replacing plain buttons with decorative ones. It’s a start.

[@hbhmicrohomestead]

Thank you for explaining in details. Now it make more sense to me on drafting a pattern.

[@CorneliusQuiring]

oh wonderful, I'm glad to hear it.

[@ALLYCRIS]

This person, it's simply a blessing! ❤

[@angelafindlay7123]

Ur the best ..your personality is 100 percent and your teaching techniques are unique..love you from Uk London

[@CorneliusQuiring]

You are kind, thank you.

[@DDs878]

"Oh so moody. Ooh, Corn. Ooh cinematography✨🎥" This guy has me rolling🤣🤣

[@CorneliusQuiring]

:):):)

[@darkovinster2754]

Great video! Thanks 🙏🏼

[@CorneliusQuiring]

... and thank you for your generosity.

[@evvie01]

Thank you for explaining things so well, I subscribed to your channel. Love your clear style.

[@CorneliusQuiring]

I'm glad to hear it.

[@Yotam1703]

“Pattern Drafting: Cornelius Quiring in Conversation with Editing Cornelius”

[@CorneliusQuiring]

You should hear how much get's cut out!

[@ractenor]

I really enjoy your down-to-earth explanations. I wish my pattern drafting instructors had been less complicated and more like your presentations

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Oh thank you, I'm glad to hear my approach works for you.

[@highfashionjunkie9459]

I’m so grateful for you ❤😊

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Thanks for watching!

[@janissharkey7174]

My favorite is Swedish drafting paper. It’s more like cloth and can actually be sewn together to test your pattern.

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Oh that's interesting. Thanks for sharing.

[@elizabethmarrerocreates]

Thank you soooo much for explaining this so simply! I was very intimidated before to even try but seeing this now I'm confident!

[@CorneliusQuiring]

You got this!

[@sonipitts]

End of video squad here. Not sure what my first drafted pattern was, but probably the demo vest from Lutterloh. Currently working on perfecting a pants pattern I drafted from that system a while back, trying a new fitting process (the "top-down/center-out" system). It's going...okay. Tho mostly through my own capacity to forget key steps, like marking the grain line on the toile, than any problem with the system itself, lol. I've only ever tried to make a block from scratch once and either the directions were messed up or I messed the directions badly, because the end result would only have fit someone with an actual cannon-ball-hit concave chest cavity. 😆 Might be time to try again, using your (much clearer) explanation.

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Thanks for making it to the end and good on you for trying out different methods to see what works best for you.

[@HarveyDangerLurker]

I've been drafting, and I usually make a sketch in my book of what I want. I measure everything, but I never draw a skeleton. I'll do that going forward! I usually take 3 or 4 drafts before I get to something to fabric. Did a circle skirt for my wife and totally didn't solve for Pi. That made the skirt extremely large lol.

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Oh interesting, thank you for sharing your approach and good on you for making your wife a skirt.

[@millville]

Applause Cornelius! And congratulations on your new Headquarters! Hi to your Mom and waving to the folks here in the comments section! Extra Ovation for the 'making a sample' and' alteration stage' REASSURANCE!

[@CorneliusQuiring]

We're all waving back and it's reassuring for me as well to know we all struggle with the alterations :)

[@janissharkey7174]

I love your content and presentation!

[@CorneliusQuiring]

I'm happy to hear it. Thank you. 🙏🏻

[@gabby05-j1g]

I’ve been waiting for a clear video on this for forever!!!

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Oh nice, I hope this helped a bit.

[@amywade6358]

Thank you for breaking this down.

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Thanks for watching.

[@eileenfb1948]

I have tried to find a video to show how to use the French curve ruler - very different to how yourself and others are showing us. I can't find a video to send a link, where they know this forgotten knowledge. The French curve ruler has measurement markings all around its edges. This means we can choose which part of the ruler to use for, say, a neckline. We take a note of the measurement number which connects to the shoulder seam and a note of the number on the ruler which connects to the centre front of the neck. With these numbers you can quickly and easily duplicate that neckline on any garment pattern you wish. No need to store bits of paper patterns. The shape may not be exactly, but if you use a good selection of curves/brand of rulers that are made for professional pattern drafting designers you will find it easier to find the curve that is right for your design. My husband was a piping and mechanical designer and his rulers were quite different to mine as he is making bends in pipes, etc which were nothing like an armhole or neckline curve. I will continue to search for a video showing this method of drafting, it gives a good basic for starting your pattern draft. Love your channel, thank you for all you do for us. Appreciated.

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge in the comments here. I appreciate it.

[@BellaBubbz]

really love the advice you gave at the end, thanks for all your help :)

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Oh wonderful, I'm glad to hear it.

[@hananabdulrahman8914]

Thanks God, I found your amazing class. I definitely want to join the courses.

[@CorneliusQuiring]

I appreciate your interest! Happy sewing.

[@SSBankester]

I love your videos! Thank you for being so personable. 😊 I use a roll of kids drawing paper from Amazon to draft or trace my patterns onto, but I have used gift wrap, newspaper, and the brown packing paper that comes in Amazon packages.

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Thank you. Also, that seems like good money saving tips.

[@Hayny]

This is beautiful and so well explained!! Thank you ❤

[@CorneliusQuiring]

I'm glad to hear it.

[@AndreaMercer-o5s]

Very well done.

[@KarenWeems]

Thank you, great information.

[@bunhelsingslegacy3549]

Ok., that's frigging hilarious.... I have a scrap of fabric that is the exact same fabric as the top left piece of quilting fabric at 10:06!!! What are the odds of that?!? I've been using it for visible mending because it's a bit small to do much else with! Also bookmarking this for later use... And congrats on having a whole basement for sewing and videos, that's so awesome! I'm just setting up my craft room and still deciding how I'm going to use the space. Might start twitch streaming at some point even it's just for someone to talk to while I'm tracing and cutting, etc. I bought some bristol board for my "good" patterns but I haven't gotten around to transferring anythign yet, a few things still need tweaks and right now it's all stacked on top of my rabbit's cage which has been serving as my cutting table since 2021 when I salvaged a glass tabletop for it! The first pattern I ever made by myself was a storebought sweatshirt I traced out onto wrapping paper, I've made four of them now. I also traced a tunic top I got 15 years ago at Value Village when it started to fall apart during lockdowns and I've made six or eight of those since... I've tried drafting a darted bodice block but it didn't work out so well and I need to revisit it. The first successful pattern draft I did was following Morgan Donner's kirtle drafting instructions and that was quite successful, I only needed one mockup before I made myself an actual lace up garment that fit me! I also had a friend help me modify a free Mood Fabric princess seam costume jacket into something that fit my torso (going by their sizing, my hips want a sie 8, my bust wants a size 12 and my waist wants a size 18 because I'm built like a column) and I've used that several times for other garments and am now trying to reverse-engineer a darted bodice block from it (thanks to watching The Closet Historian taking her darted bodice block and turning it into a princess seam pattern), and though I'm still at the first mockup stage of that it's still more promising than the darted block from my measurements, though to be fair I don't think those instructions expected my body shape, they're for a much more slender but curvier build than I currently am, even after measuring.

[@CorneliusQuiring]

It's a small world indeed :) Good on you for drafting so many different things and trying different techniques to learn the skill.

[@MAJA98610]

My first garment so many years ago was a mumu, then an apron, now a bit of this and that.

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Oh nice!

[@תהילהב-כ9נ]

please please please make pattern drafting course for women, dresses especially. you are my hero

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Yes, I plan to do just such a course eventually.

[@SebbieSaurus22]

Technically, the first pattern I ever drafted was a Medieval fantasy dress, but that was all rectangles and triangles, so I didn't actually draw out a paper pattern. It was just a sheet of paper with a sketch of the pieces I needed and their dimensions, and I used my cutting mat to cut the pieces to the right sizes. It turned out really well for my first time sewing without a commercial pattern! But the first thing I actually drafted by the method Corn is talking about here was earlier this year. I made my fiancée a fantasy bodice with lacing up the sides, from scratch because she's a genderfluid AMAB person and I couldn't find any patterns even remotely close to her size. It was my first time drafting anything that wasn't just the rectangles and triangles, and I decided to try princess seams. 😅 It turned out okay, but the next time I make one, I'll do some more tweaking to the pattern first.

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Thank you for sharing and good on you for making from scratch for your partner!

[@ocean.almajeda]

Hi Cornelius, the first pattern I drafted was for a rectangle t shirt 😊

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Oh nice, I hope it got plenty of wear as well :)

[@ractenor]

Business supply stores such as Staples also have large pads (easel size for presentations) of 1" graph paper which also works. If your pattern is very large just tape a couple of sheets together

[@CorneliusQuiring]

That's another good tip, thank you for sharing.

[@Oddcafe_]

You are great my friend!

[@CorneliusQuiring]

🤠🙏🏻

[@damianromanov]

I would love a video about sewing gloves. Just a masterclass. ❤❤❤

[@CorneliusQuiring]

I've thought about doing a video on gloves.

[@DemetriaDixon-vj3he]

Oh you making me miss Ardis Rewerts, my design instructor. May she rest in peace.

[@CorneliusQuiring]

She sounds wonderful.

[@DemetriaDixon-vj3he]

She was awesome but did not suffer shenanigans. I've been out of school for a thousand years but I still miss her.

[@ZeldaSews]

Cornelius, this was an excellent video. You are hilarious!😅

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Thank you and thank you for consistently engaging in the comments.

[@ZeldaSews]

@@CorneliusQuiring thanks for recognizing me in the comments!

[@dshe8637]

Thank you so much. This is excellent ❤

[@CorneliusQuiring]

I'm glad to hear it.

[@firstlast-v8t]

you are the best man.

[@patriciaswearingen908]

Thanks for the motivation

[@CorneliusQuiring]

🤠🙏🏻

[@susannebkvig4011]

My first pattern was for a dress for my Barbie doll. It went quite well, so I followed it up with a sort of dress for myself. This impressed my mother so much, that she took me to a fabric store and let me buy a pattern and some cotton jersey for the model. I got great acclaim at school for my homemade dress, and so I though I could sew only to fail miserably the next time. Since then it has followed that same pattern with good looking well fitting clothes alternating with sad rags. I can never stop hoping.

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Good on you for pursuing it still and having some successes!

[@HarveyDangerLurker]

Lol start with my vision of a full 3 piece suit!?! My first pattern was a dress for my daughter.

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Your family is really lucky with all the things you make for them. Also, yes, make that 3 piece!

[@mroe3413]

I wanted to make a pair of slacks but thought it was a lot of fabric so I made a pair of shorts, it was ugly but learned a lot. Only 5 tries later and I have a pair of pants I like to wear

[@CorneliusQuiring]

It seems mistakes really are the best way to learn :)

[@461645]

HOW ON EARTH YOU DON'T HAVE BILLIONS OF SUBSCRIPTIONS ❤

[@CorneliusQuiring]

We getting there, one subscription at a time :)

[@DemetriaDixon-vj3he]

Draping is my favorite

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Oh nice. It looks amazing too.

[@thisbasicstitch]

Thank you for using your basement for good and not evil.

[@CorneliusQuiring]

I'll try my best to continue to :)

[@juliechao3638]

I'm checking out Your site today by request of The Idiot Quilter & enjoying the replay ❤ & subscribed today 😊

[@CorneliusQuiring]

That's awesome, thanks for checking out my videos and subscribing!

[@lisag.6599]

Thank you!!

[@louujefe]

Great video. Just 2 questions! By dividing chest measurements by to, is this going to be the pattern width amount? How do you find how far you should bring in the lines for the arm holes?

[@CorneliusQuiring]

We want the back panel to be slightly larger then the front panel and then the armholes is based on the half back measurement.

[@jofortin1612]

so informative thank you

[@CorneliusQuiring]

thank you!

[@princejoe5843]

Great idea!

[@CorneliusQuiring]

Thank you. 🙏🏻