How to Choose Patterns For Your Body Type, Part 2

[@indigobleu]

Yep, adult paper dolls!!! Wouldn’t it be great if pattern companies had a site you could store “your body” and then “try on” their patterns electronically? It would also give you the correct size and suggest alterations. Dream on.

[@elywolf9825]

Great idea!

[@Hiker_who_Sews]

Yes. Online eyeglass sellers nearly do that. Upload a picture of your face and "try on" frames. So your great idea should be not too hard. 🧵👍

[@kathygann7632]

Wow! That would be great!

[@norakathleenbertoglio4414]

Adult paper dolls....great idea! I am definitely not skilled at drawing. Love the videos Kim!

[@kmbuckhill9309]

WOW!!! What a money and time saving process to find what clothes look good on the different body types.

[@sjohnson2902]

Thank you for demonstrating this, now I know I will never do this digitally paper and pencil for me. Always enjoy your videos.

[@sewindubaialicia8313]

It's no surprise that you enjoy drawing before you sew, you are so creative. This is a fabulous tool to Invision the final product . My favorite was your Audrey top.

[@kandynelson3484]

Thank you for showing how you do your fashion sketches. Such a great idea.

[@zainylainy1]

This video was such a pleasant surprise!!! What a lovely idea! I was mesmerized. Am going to check this out for sure.

[@stef4866]

Such a great series so far. Very helpful information. At age 51 I’m much more comfortable with my body and image than I was as a younger woman. Still a good reminder.

[@gloriawalker3226]

Great demonstration! Now I have a better understanding of body silhouettes and patterns matching. Thanks!

[@brendamiller1620]

What a great demonstration to show how we can get our best look.

[@sharonmolde6658]

I agree with Kathy. I think a body model is worth a thirty dollar investment. Thanks for bringing it to our attention. Enjoyed part two as much as part one.

[@rikkib7636]

Very cool. I never gave much thought to making a croquis. I might try taking a photo of myself and tracing over it at first. Thanks for the tip:)

[@bernadettedizzine7356]

This was a really great demonstration, I really liked your digital sketching, Going to look into that!, Have a great day!

[@nancynewman6592]

That was fascinating! Your photography talents definitely shine through 😃 🇨🇦

[@susangrant9365]

Thank you again. Looks like I will be the paper and coloured pencil designer. lol. Great idea to take a photo, I'm sure going to try that. Fantastic information and very do-able.

[@beckytheobsessedstitcher1170]

Kim what an informative video. Got to live all the tech toys. What a great way to put them to a creative use!

[@puzzlesgd]

Very insightful. Thank you for addressing this topic. I learned much more about the digital option. I haven't decided on which to complete.

[@Hiker_who_Sews]

Fun with art! I'm enjoying this series, Kim. Thanks.

[@alicedolan5636]

What a great tool. I'm definitely going to check this out. Thank you Kim!

[@nancyhurt7145]

My body model looks like it would be fun and helpful. I’ve looked into several times but haven’t purchased. Keep thinking I wouldn’t use it to full advantage. You make it look so easy! Maybe sometime I’ll reconsider! Good post again. Thanks!!

[@dawnjeffersramstad8401]

Excellent video! I think I will explore My Body Model because of your recommendation. They should make you an ambassador!

[@daur5314]

This was so interesting and informative. I think it will be a fun Mother/Daughter activity too!

[@bitsnharry]

What a great idea to have the croquis. Your art skills are definitely better than mine. I couldn't believe you were shading the dress!! I wish my knees looked better but I will quit wearing my dresses longer as I am height challenged as well. Looking forward to you commenting on the Love Notions patterns.

[@MistyisCrafty]

Today's video was very interesting. I would not have attempted sketching styles because I have little drawing talent. However, copying line drawings is something I might be able to do! Thanks so much for this idea.

[@carolshain2163]

Another great video! you had mentioned the body models in the past and I looked at them then. good idea of "trying on the patterns" before you buy. Can't wait for tomorrow's video.

[@qormi1000]

Thank you Kim. Very instructive and motivating. Looking forward to tomorrow's video.

[@syro6644]

Ohh.. now you get me looking for my old Wacom tablet and pen.. if I find it I will give it a go!

[@di-annjones8874]

Hi Kim, my mother was a Dorothy too. As always, enjoyed your video.

[@k3of5ks]

Fascinating Kim. I wish there was a way to print the croqui and then add pattern pieces to scale. While I think seeing our real true body is super liberating I would like to easily know that my top or dress length is correct. Not sure if I’m making sense. I really love this concept. Thanks for sharing! ❤️

[@kathybailey3226]

An interesting concept...have never done any sketching for sewing...ready to try!

[@seamslikemiles2258]

Thank you so much for the walk-through of how your do your planning and work with your "my body model". It's was so helpful to see how you work with the layers and add the shape of the garment.

[@kathygann7632]

I really appreciate the time and effort you are expending to improve my sewing

[@kathymattern544]

Thank you again! I am really enjoying this video series. I’m definitely going to get My Body Model! I was afraid to even look at the price tag until you said $30. LOL! I can handle that I think ... as a matter of fact, given the price of fabrics and patterns, I feel like I cannot afford NOT to get My Body Model. I’ve made so many outfits that I thought I would love, only to find out after completion that they were totally wrong for me, and therefore time and money wasted!

[@anessaharris9947]

😃 these are super helpful videos lol... I used to draw clothes all the time as a teen and I can't remembered why I stopped... I really struggle with finding thing I love that look good on the body I have now... and that's why I try to hard to learn to sew... I'm getting there one little thing at a time and watching you helps so much!

[@kavitadeepchand470]

another great video. Informative and fun. Thank you Kim

[@mdowney2740]

Wow, thank you. Did not think about having a drawing and planning a pattern fit!

[@aribella6913]

I wish to have a big butt. All my clothes are longer in the back because of no fluff. I’ve been told it’s wide but flat. I almost bought padded cheeks. However making my own clothes helps. Pants are a nightmare. I have to redraft everything. Sewing is my saving grace to have clothes that actually fit. Love your channel.

[@donnawatkins8320]

Thank you for sharing this, I would have never thought to do this on my own.

[@jacqpot9413]

I found it really fascinating to watch you working digitally. Looks like something outside my giftings, but maybe the app would enable me to draw me.

[@marneyb2256]

Thank you! I was an initial investor supporter of mybodymodel but have drifted away because I have trouble with sketching and I got frustrated by mistakes but I am technical so there's an idea!

[@micheleearnhart5595]

You are so inspiring. I appreciate all the information you share with us.

[@sarahodonnell6957]

Brilliant. I often buy a pattern and believe I will look like the model on the pack. 😂 crazy I know but hey ho. The power of advertising. This is amazing Thank You. X🙌🏻❤️💚💙

[@pamelahill7164]

I have made myself a croci and love it also. It’s like playing dress up with the old paper dolls. I cut mine out and laminated her. It does help with seeing what does and doesn’t look good on me. My granddaughter comes and plays with her and the clothes when she is here and in my sewing room with me

[@leannsews]

Very cool. I have my body model but I haven't used it yet. I think I'll try it now.

[@janematthews6579]

Thanks again, Kim. You did a great job demonstrating your body model. I always find something helpful and uplifting. K

[@carmenfringer4740]

Wonder if I could put my pictures in a page protector and just use washable markers to draw with..thanks for this idea on how to see what might work

[@sparkleinco2035]

I was mesmerized. Thank you. I recall how much I loved my paper dolls and putting the clothes on them back in the 40ties. I had a big box of them and my grandmother bought me the books of them. when I get the nerve I will try and make a form.

[@marionmorley8029]

I found this video very fascinating! Thank you Kim

[@rhondaalexander865]

Fashion sketches sounds right up my alley! You are fantastic, keep up the great videos.

[@marshaneeriemer4613]

Thank you for showing us how you work with Croquis. Super cool.

[@helentucker5134]

This is an interesting idea. It would be so nice to be able to get an idea of what a pattern was going to look like on before going to all the work and expensive of making the item.

[@maryp7175]

I think I am going to try the picture method, as I am not very savvy with the computer. Thanks again for these videos.

[@detree930]

Thank you for sharing this . I love this idea and can see some colouring pencils in my future lol

[@deborahhodge775]

I really liked how you explained this.

[@kathleencrumbaugh8050]

thanks for sharing im definitely going to try this thank you for all your directions with this

[@lavadajenkins2955]

Thanks for the information, Kim. See you tomorrow!

[@kristinbarrett5912]

I enjoyed this! I figured I could take a picture of myself and make my own perfect shape by tracing the outside. Thanks for doing this

[@paulabrown87]

Thank you Kim for sharing this today.very interesting information.im going to check this out

[@janicestephens9072]

I had never thought of doing this. What a great idea!

[@christinemartin9449]

Hi from England. I have jumped forward so that I could watch this next video. A few months ago I purchased My Body Type and have done nothing with it! So this was what I needed, I intend to use it now. I am like you, a long torso and short legs but only 5ft 2in. If my legs were in proportion with my body I think that I would be about 5ft 9in! Thanks for doing these videos.

[@lilyfleury1243]

Thank you for the Body Model démonstration. I looked at it a few times in the past but I never thougth to use it to look for the fit of a pattern on me, great idea!

[@adrienneclamp9118]

This is very interesting! I had never thought to try drawing because I am not very good at it. The adobe sketch looks like something that might help. Afraid of what my croquets might look like! Mega pear! Is there one with a bag over the head? Might help.

[@ursulagriffin6037]

Great video,very well explained. Thanks so much!

[@hjkennaugh]

I didn’t know such software existed. It was really interesting. Thank you.

[@lauriestepp7305]

Thank you for doing this series about body image and what styles to choose. So many of have struggled with this at one time or another.

[@denisedorsey2889]

I found this to be fascinating. Thank you for taking us through it. I would definitely get the colored pencils out and go for it.

[@peggydid]

I'll definitely be here tomorrow! So looking forward to this series! Thanks Kim! Hugs!

[@suek7086]

I may try the fashion sketching to try to help.

[@nancyb6585]

Thank you Kim for your timely review of the Love Notions patterns you have scheduled for tomorrow, I cannot wait!

[@judym414]

Thanks for doing this. I had never heard of this company before and it looks like a great tool.

[@susanwood384]

Interesting! I loved seeing you use the Apple Pencil!

[@dottiechappell481]

Thanks for your videos, I really enjoy them and I’m learning a lot!

[@c.ranger4748]

Thanks. I plan to try this with paper and colored pencils. I have made several makes that I was disappointed with and along with that comes frustration.

[@michaeljimenez3635]

Thank you for the demonstration. I learned something new today.

[@mayates9014]

Thank you for the instructions, it will make it easier to use it. Always enjoy your videos and your uplifting spirit!

[@carylwainscott9345]

This video was so much fun to watch ! I have what I need to try it already, well, except for any artistic talent. But I love the tech side of what you're doing so I'll give it a go. As always, thanks for the info and the encouragement, Kim. (And your croquis of your grandkids were adorable, too.)

[@debbiemirabito400]

Looking forward to making the Rhapsody. Thanks Kim

[@bonnieprevatt8014]

Great idea! Thanks for the inspiration!

[@art2011ful]

Thank you for doing this series!

[@sherylvitosh7209]

Cool! I was mesmerized watching you do this!

[@beckyb8339]

Great information Kim, God bless you for sharing this x

[@ingridmohr9824]

Thank you Kim. I did not catch where you said you got the croquis for your husband from. Would you mind sharing that link? And could you please share the time and time zone for Sunday? I know it is in our evening here in South Africa. Just want to check when. Thanks!

[@sylviakeatley4173]

I'm not quite at the drawing stage yet, I need to be braver but useful video Kim, thanks.

[@mbshanley]

This was very interesting. Thanks for sharing!

[@lindavictor8250]

This is fascinating to watch!! I agree that wearing large shapeless things don't look good. I'm just figuring that out since I started sewing again. Thanks so much for all you share!!

[@louisestevens5267]

WOW, wonderful resource, thank you.

[@sylviahilxebrant7141]

Never did this -- or even close. Thank you for a different way to do things.

[@sharonfolkestad4841]

Great sketching app Looks fun!

[@rondavanover9873]

Sounds like a good Mother’s Day gift to me.

[@kerryomeara9729]

Thanks for looking at this topic, I’m now a new subscriber.

[@cathiepaski8085]

Kim, I really enjoy your videos. Still deciding what additional Love Notions patterns I want to purchase. I really want to make the duet trousers. I hope I can get them to fit. My body model looks really nice. Thank you for sharing.

[@grannaboo03]

What a cool idea, like paper dolls

[@rosaamodeo919]

Great video. Liked the different suggestions.

[@patriciadoherty464]

Thanks for demonstration. It is an interesting idea.

[@bridget9111]

Thanks Kim it does look like a useful tool and would help to avoid the fashion bloopers that occur from time to time love Bridget 🐝xxx

[@sheenaschultz6935]

Great video, not sure sketching on screen is for me, but they sure look great.

[@tobielurie4582]

Thank you for these vlogs--how to choose patterns for your body type. I can't tell you how many garments I've made and they just don't look right. This is especially true of pants!

[@beverlyforeman7237]

This was very informative! Thanks for sharing!

[@sueroth6027]

Thanks for demonstrating this!

[@amygodinez7652]

Thank you for showing us how to do this. I’ve never tried but want to now. Always enjoy your videos...thank you!