I got the chance to test sew this pattern, and I absolutely love the finished blouse! I intend to make another version of it’s well because it’s so cute.
I know it's probably far too late for this but since you asked what people would be interested to hear about, this is my contribution. I love versatility and altering. Not garments, but patterns. But I don't have tailoring knowledge. So. For example, I see a shirtwaist pattern. What I'd love: an explanation of how to alter it to get this collar, or that collar. You like puff sleeves all the way down to your wrists, make it like this. You like the tightly fitted sleeves around your forearm and this or that shape for the upper puff? That's how you do it! Etc. This would be helpful for the versatility of patterns and it would also help gain an understanding that wouldn't be too overwhelming of how construction is done.
Thanks! There will be a little bit of this, but ultimately a limited amount because you could fill a whole book with it (I’m sure people have filled whole books with it!). At the moment I’m leaning towards having a single variation for some of the patterns 😊
I like your historybounding style and look forward to your book coming out. Is your wardrobe video/colouring sheet any indication of what will be in it?
Thank you! There are a couple of pieces that overlap (like the shirtwaist and polonaise dress, which will be in the book), but the wardrobe video was just for fun - no real indication of the book or patterns I’m working on
Haha yeah that’s a bit of a bad habit 😅 I use so many keyboard shortcuts that sometimes it just feels quicker/easier to keep my hands next to the keys 😬
What size range do you plan to offer? Love it!! Also can you suggest any resources to learn more about pattern drafting and perhaps computer files as a starting point for blocks?
Thanks! The size chart for this pattern currently goes from bust measurements 80cm (31.5in) to 144cm (56.5in). Pattern drafting is far too big of a topic to cover in a comment, but I’d recommend looking up some tutorials and starting with drafting on paper. I personally find using a vector program is a lot of fun, but it doesn’t necessarily make the process easier - it’s the same process as on paper but with a lot of extra controls to learn. I haven’t actually heard of anyone offering digital blocks as a starting point, that’s likely something you’d either need to draft yourself or commission someone to create for you.
Unfortunately the pattern isn’t released yet, sorry! It’s part of a big project (book + 7 patterns), so I need to finish everything else first. I’ll post about it and add links when it’s all done, should just take a couple more months now - there’s lots of updates on the Kickstarter which you can read if you’re curious 😊
