Outstanding video. Will be buying this very soon. Judging from that shot of the dress you made, it looks great. Thanks for sharing!

Yes, yes, yes! I would love some pattern making videos. I’ll be adding this book to my list for sure. Thanks so much for sharing Dawn 😍

@Duellingdesigns

6 жыл бұрын

Hey Viv! It is a great book. School textbooks can be hit and miss, but this one is amazing. Thanks for watching and commenting Viv! It is nice to know that you are interested in the patternmaking series. :)

I'm a newcomer here, thank you very much for taking your precious time to impact knowledge on this platform, it is a privilege. I'm so glad to have stumbled on your channel and I just subscribed. I've started reading this book, the only challenge I have is the mathematical aspect, I understand how to read a tape but it takes it to another level. If you can please kindly do a video on this explaining the mathematical part, I'll be so grateful. Thank you.🤗😁

Yes, Iwould love to watch your pattern making videos

Brilliant idea, Dawn. What you are proposing is a wonderful and much needed "gift" to the sewing community. The Joseph Armstrong book is an excellent selection and your presentation style is conducive to learning and "wanting" to learn; it should be fun. Cheers. JoAn

@Duellingdesigns

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Nard. I love sharing things about patternmaking. And thank you for your kind words about my presentation style. I worry I sound too wooden sometimes. Nerves will do that sometimes! Thanks again.

Loved this review Dawn. I purchased that book several years ago for my birthday and it has gathered dust. I'm pulling it off the shelf after your review.

@Duellingdesigns

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Faye. I used it almost every day when I was in school. Now I pull it off the shelf once in a while as a reference. What is your favorite patternmaking book, Faye?

Wonderful video! I love the detail in which you give us about your books. Especially the “patternmaking for fashion design“! What a great idea and a great book!

@Duellingdesigns

6 жыл бұрын

It is a fabulous book, Myra. I could not have survived without it at school. I had amazing teachers, and they chose a great textbook for us. I am just trying to edit the last of the cowl video, it will be great to start this series again here on KZread.

@myralorraine

6 жыл бұрын

...and I’m sure everyone will love the series too! I know I will!!

@Duellingdesigns

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Myra!

Great video...and definitely more on patternmaking, please!

@Duellingdesigns

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Kathie! I love patternmaking and am happy others are interested in it as well. :)

Great video, Dawn! I’d love to see more!

@Duellingdesigns

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Lisa. I really enjoyed making the first videos so it will be fun to continue the series on KZread. I love your current giveaway on your channel. What a great way to introduce people to new vloggers. You are just so clever and creative! :)

wonderful review

Yes, I would love to watch your lessons on KZread

I just filmed a book(s) review video featuring a Helen pattern making book from 1987! Its great! I hope to have it up next week...I really enjoyed this video and can't wait to see more! Pattern making is not so fun to me...so I look forward to your series!

@Duellingdesigns

6 жыл бұрын

Great Minds think alike Katelyn. This book was a fabulous book to start patternmaking with. Patternmaking can be sooo frustrating when you are trying a manipulation or design you haven't tried before. It is easy to see all the toiles/muslins as mistakes, but they really are learning experiences. And when you get your pattern to be just as you designed it Wow does it feel fabulous!

That book sounds awesome! I'd love to learn more about drafting and manipulating patterns:)

@Duellingdesigns

6 жыл бұрын

It really is a great book, Rikki. Drafting and manipulating patterns if fun. It does take more time, but the results are clothes that fit you perfectly.

Dawn, I just purchased this book today based on a recommendation I saw on Instagram. I am so happy when I googled reviews for the book your video popped up. Such a great review and now I'm even more excited about receiving it.

@Duellingdesigns

5 жыл бұрын

It really is a fabulous book. It gives you the info you need to start patternmaking. I still pull it out regularly. I hope you have a happy holiday. 😃

@SewNaturalDane

5 жыл бұрын

@daisy girl I purchased the latest version of it from Amazon (so that was probably the 5th edition, don't have it in front of me at the moment)

Amazing and nice and easy to listen to! Thank you

@Duellingdesigns

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Suzanne. 😀

Thank you so much for recommending this. I have been struggling trying to teach myself pattern drafting. I found this book online through a Goodwill site for $20 and received it. So far I have drafted the bodice, skirt and sleeve. This book is great!!! I never would have gotten it otherwise!

@Duellingdesigns

6 жыл бұрын

Wow, Mary, thank you for your comment. It is fantastic to know my review helped. I really think it is a fabulous book. Once you work with it, you will understand the main patternmaking principles. And then all the other patternmaking books will make more sense. Getting the book for $20 is fantastic! Sorry, it took me so long to reply I have been on holiday. Thanks again for commenting Mary.

@nancyespinoza8974

4 жыл бұрын

Which one?..

Thank you so much for that review that book looks absolutely perfect for me as I learn about pattern drafting and draping Etc because I too love pattern drafting and I do not know much about it so now I know the best book to get!

@Alice_in_art_land

4 жыл бұрын

have you used it already?

@miriam-moore

4 жыл бұрын

@@Alice_in_art_land I have!! it makes it clear how I can restyle the patterns I have drafted and used. It also gives me ways to think about style, what I wear, and like to wear.

@miriam-moore

4 жыл бұрын

@@Alice_in_art_land I used it to redraft my kimono sleeve wrap. I realized using a princess seam gave me the shaping I want, and allows a better fit. I sit in a wheelchair a lot so I am learning to look at my proportions more realistically. Using a shorter hemline lets my tops look perkier.

@Duellingdesigns

3 жыл бұрын

It is great to hear you are enjoying the book. It is a really comprehensive book and I find I still refer to it time to time. Sorry for the late reply - life can slow you down sometimes. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with the book.

Great tips, thank you. You mentioned grading… I'm puzzled by it, it would be nice a video on that topic. Or perhaps a book suggestion that would clarify it.

@Duellingdesigns

4 жыл бұрын

I have filmed a few more book reviews featuring patternmaking. I never thought to do videos on my grading books ALthough I have to admit I have far fewer of those resources - I have a workbook from university, two good books and have one book on my must have list. I think I avoided discussing it as I find it a tricky topic. Even though we studied it in school (manually and in CAD) and that I am currently grading my own patterns I do not feel like an expert on the topic as there is soooo much to it. The part I find the trickiest are when the grade rule changes for plus sizes. I will make a couple videos about grading including a book review. Thank you very much for your feedback it is appreciated.

Look good!

liked the review, was very helpful in choosing a book to buy. Pls I'd like a review on Helen J. Armstrong's Draping book. Thanks

@Duellingdesigns

5 жыл бұрын

I wish I owned Helen J. Armstrong's Draping book. It is on my list. I will be doing more patternmaking book reviews in the future too. Thank you for watching and for commenting Vianney. :)

Thanks for you video!!!🤗😀👍

@Duellingdesigns

3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

This is everything I was wondering about this book ! I’m a home sewer but this book isn’t cheap ! Lol I’m confused as I see they have knock offs ! Do you have any advice on finding maybe a used decent shape real deal possibly ? I’m so happy to find your KZread and I’ve just subscribed and liked as well ! Ty so much got taking the time to explain in detail about how this book really works in adapting your own !

@Duellingdesigns

3 жыл бұрын

I am happy you enjoyed the review of the book. I have seen the book on the thriftbooks website before although it is still not a cheap book. Although you might find cheaper patternmaking books out there I do not think there are any as comprehensive as this one for someone who is learning how to create and manipulate patterns. This is just my opinion from my experience - I cannot guarantee that everyone would agree with me - and I hope it helps you. Thanks for watching and for taking the time to leave a comment.

I loved your review of HJAs book which I have and use a lot for pattern manipulation. I also have the three Pattern Making Techniques books you referred to and very much look forward to your review of these. I would especially ask your opinion on the blocks which I find confusing. The description shows a standard example of measurements but doesn't include the ease given in the actual drawing so I don't follow if, or when, to add it!!!!

@Duellingdesigns

6 жыл бұрын

Jan, great question. In the past I have used blocks I made to my measurements and manipulated those according to the descriptions in the Pattern Magic books. I have not tried to use their blocks. It worked well for me because I am not even close to the Bunka-style measurements of their sloper. I am just more comfortable working with my own blocks I suppose. I have made a couple garments straight from the book with my blocks (Flip turn, the knot are two favorites) but for the most part, I use the ideas in the books in my own way in my patterns. I have not had any problems using my own blocks for this BUT I do make a toile/muslin each time so if the fit isn't right, I alter the pattern and sew it again. I know that in the Patternmaking Stretch Fabrics there is zero ease for their blocks and negative ease for the hip area. I will have to look into ease in their blocks further and answer that question in the book review. Thanks for the question Jan! :)

@jankennedy8464

6 жыл бұрын

Dawn, thank you. My specific question is in Vol 1 page 111 the basic trouser block. The first sentence gives measurement of hip as 92cm + 2-4 ease for the example. Then it starts by asking you to draw a rectangle where AB = 1/4 hip circumf [e.g.: 92 :4 =23cm] So why is the number 92 and not 92 + 2 - 4 ease? I totally agree that I need to make a muslin but when I can't even get past the very first instruction to build the block in the first place it's just so frustrating.

I’m blown away by your video; so professional. It’s my birthday and I have just treated myself to a copy. Can’t wait for it to arrive. 🎈

@Duellingdesigns

6 жыл бұрын

Happy birthday! I hope it is Absewlutely Fabulous! It is a great book, I hope you enjoy it as much as I have. Thanks for taking the time to comment. :)

@absewlutelyfabulous880

6 жыл бұрын

Duelling Designs This book! Oh, it’s beyond great! Thank you for the review and recommendation. 🌻

@Duellingdesigns

6 жыл бұрын

Absewlutely Fabulous Thank you for watching and for commenting. 😃

I'm in love with this review. Thank you so much for sharing this video. may you please tell me where can I buy those books please? Preferable bookstores not online whether in Paris , London, or USA. thanks in advance. Almost all the online books are used not new & i'm afraid to get them with any paper cut or things like that.

@Duellingdesigns

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Nina. I know you can get the book on Amazon but I am not sure where else sorry. It is a lovely book.

hello, I have A question . in Helen's book pattern making for fashion design the 4th edition there are pre-made patterns in the back of the book. 1/4 scale patterns and 1/2 scale patterns . what percentage do I use for each to enlarge them to get them back to original size. someone please help. I have been to several copy center to enlarge them and no one seems to know,

I know I’m a bit late to the party here, but could you tell me which vlog the dart manipulations explanation was in? I’ve been looking for an in-depth explanation and it’s been impossible to find.

How can I get the fifth edition of pattern making for fashion design by Helen Joseph-Armstrong

Hi, I’ve just come across this vlog and found it very interesting. Did you go on to review the Winfred Aldrich book too?

@Duellingdesigns

4 жыл бұрын

Snap, it is like you can read my mind, Sue. I filmed the book reviews (I have four of her books) quite a way back and now that I have edited them (I am not a fan of editing) I will upload the first in the series to my Patreon first and then here by the end of the month. Thanks for watching my review and for taking the time to share your feedback.

Hi Dawn, Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful review. This is really helpful. I am planning to buy this book - Patternmaking for fashion design by Helen Joseph Armstrong since last few months. I need your advise as I am confused about which edition to buy edition 4 or edition 5? Also, I am from Australia and I have heard that we can buy international version for cheaper price. However, the content of international version is different than original book from USA. Is that correct? I don’t mind spending more money for better version of the book. Can you please advise. Your help would be highly appreciated. Many Thanks. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

@Duellingdesigns

5 жыл бұрын

Hetal, I have the forth addition and love it. I have not seen the fifth edition so I do not know if it is better than the 4th and I would hate to steer you wrong. I bought my copy in New Zealand when I was living there. I live in Canada now, but I have not seen a copy here to know if there is a difference. I bought this copy before I enrolled at Massey University and was pleased when I started classes to find out it was the text we had to buy for school. My 4th edition that was bought in NZ is fabulous, and I still pull it out to this day. I am so sorry that I could not be more helpful. Thanks for watching the video and for your kind words about the review.

Hello ma'am. Thanks for sharing. Please, does the book you majorly reviewed contain specific instructions on what inch/cm to use a drafting a body sloper or block ? Thank you.

@Duellingdesigns

4 жыл бұрын

The book show you how to measure yourself and then how to use your measurements to create blocks that will fit you. The book I used was in inches but it has a page that helps you to convert it to cms. As I measurement myself in cms I did not have much to convert anyways. Thank you for watching.

Thanks mam, for advicing me software. Can you tell any institute, college for WESTERN cloth sewing.

I am very excited to watch your series. I so want to understand patterns better and to know how to make my own patter blocks. Oh, I wish your video came out just a week ago, I JUST purchased a pattern making book - "How to Use, Adapt, and Design Sewing Patterns", by Lee Hollahan. How would you rate this book? Do you consider it a beginner or advanced book? Yes! tell me about darts. I also want to know about ease, what designs and what fabrics need how much ease. What amount of ease is built into the big 4 patterns? Into Burda? Q: why is there such a rave about INDI patterns fitting so well and the big 4 fit so poorly? Q: how to fit princess seams Q: when you were in school how much sewing did you do? How much was lecture?

@Duellingdesigns

6 жыл бұрын

Wow, Sage you always leave THE most thoughtful comments. I will definitely do the patternmaking series, I'll start with the cowl manipulation (as I already filmed it) but then cycle back to darts. I do not have Lee Hollahan's book. I will have to check it out. I would love to know what you think of the book, Sage. And as for your other questions, I think each one could have a separate video dedicated to it. Again, fantastic questions Sage. The last question I will try to answer live on That Sewing Blab tonight as Myra and I are having the tables turned on us and we will be the ones interviewed. They replay of that episode (#98) will be up on this channel Thursday night. Thank you again for commenting Sage!

HI could you please do a book review for Shingo Sato's TR Cutting book? I never seemed to find a youtuber review them before despite the fact that Mr. Sato is quite famous in pattern making world. Anyways thank you for the great review of this book!

@Duellingdesigns

3 жыл бұрын

I have had to spend more time off-line this year but will review both of Shingo Sato's books when things settle down for me. Thank you for taking the time to comment and I am sorry for the late reply.

Is the book focused on womenswear more than menswear?

I have one of the first publications of Helen Joseph Armstrong's book and I never buy clothing patterns. I took a course at a design school in the 80's. If you know fractions and how to use a ruler, you can do this! Save the money you won't be spending on manufacturer's sewing patterns and use your money to buy essential rulers, fabric, and a good dress form. You can make everything from dance wear to a warm, winter coat and all of your designs will FIT you (or whomever you have taken measurements of to make them garments). There is NO NEED for any other patternmaking book, in my opinion, unless you wish to add a book called "Draping for Fashion Design" (different author) which is a "how to" on fabric draping.

@Duellingdesigns

4 жыл бұрын

Wow, Jude I love your review. I agree it is the best book I own. I love making my own patterns. I use other patternmaking books for inspiration but this is definitely the book that I have used the most. Thank for taking the time to leave such a fabulous review of the book!

Is this book easy to understand for a beginner???

Hello! I'm looking to learn how to make the blocks . Would you recommend this book? Or what other books that teach you about blocks? Thank you ! Great video!

@Duellingdesigns

4 жыл бұрын

Yes, I would definitely recommend this book. It has blocks for woven fabrics and knits. It has blocks for women's and children's wear. Winifred Aldrich's Metric Pattern Cutting Series is good as well, although it is a bit more advanced. I am filming a review of her books soon. Thanks for commenting.

@avacyn9946

4 жыл бұрын

@@Duellingdesigns So it does not have blocks for menswear? Would you still recommend it to someone like me who focuses on mens clothing?

More please

@Duellingdesigns

4 жыл бұрын

I have filmed more book reviews. I am in the porcess of editing them. Thanks for commenting, Lea.

🌹

I want to buy this mam plz help me

Q: I asked on Sew That Blab but my question was not answered so I will try again. When broacasting live there was texting by the audience and you would comment by texting back with no break in your interview, neither voice nor facially. How do you do that?

@Duellingdesigns

6 жыл бұрын

Sorry about that Sage. I don't think I understood the question originally. I don't always multi-task so well. . :) Sometimes I write the message and then look up to answer a question and then hit enter. I think that and the slight delay might make it seem like we are doing more than one thing at once. Thanks for bringing up the skipped question to my attention. If I didn't quite answer it, let me know. As always Sage if you have any other questions feel free to email me too. I would love to hear any questions you might have or any suggestions.

I am your biggest fan . Can you tell me any software for pattern making. Sorry for last comment.

@Duellingdesigns

6 жыл бұрын

I know there are quite a few patternmaking software programs on the market. I have used Gerber software which is used in the fashion industry. It is quite pricey but fantastic. I have also used Wild Ginger's Cameo software and it is a lot less expensive than Gerber and is aimed at home sewers or small businesses. I have heard a lot of the small independent pattern designers use Adobe Illustrator to create their patterns. It has a monthly subscription it is a lot cheaper in the short term. Illustrator is not patternmaking software but vector based software for illustration so it will not make Markers, or some of the things the other programs do but I can say all three can be used to create patterns. I can do a video in the future that delves into the matter further. Thank you for watching the show and for commenting.

lm sold

@Duellingdesigns

5 жыл бұрын

It really is a fabulous book, Kathryn. Do you have a favourite sewing or patternmaking book?

have you seen the 5th Edition that comes with CD from TUKATECH showing how Helen teaches on TUKAcad at Los Angels Trade Tech, you can find the videos on KZread, courtesy of Helen Armstrong who really believes the knowledge should be shared. speak to Ram Sareen, the founder of Tukatech who changed how fashion schools teach pattern making on CAD. over 500 schools teach with same systems.

@Duellingdesigns

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Jeffery, for this information. I love the addition I have and had no idea the newer version had the bonus CD. I would be thrilled to talk to Ram Sareen (maybe even interview him on That Sewing Blab) I'll try to reach out and see if he is interested. Thanks again for the information, I really appreciate it! If you have any other suggestions, I am all ears. 🌽

@oluwasegunajibola232

3 жыл бұрын

Can you please share a link to the TUKATECH on KZread? Thank you.😁

Which publisher and year of pattern making for fashion designer

@Duellingdesigns

5 жыл бұрын

I have the fourth edition. Not sure who the publisher is - I just lent my copy to a friend. I'll have to get back to you. Thank you for asking.

Can you please tell me where can I get this book from in India

@Duellingdesigns

3 жыл бұрын

I got the book on Amazon. I am not sure if you can get it in India sorry. Sorry for the late reply.

Do you happen to teach or know someone who teaches pattern making and sewing online?

Which edition do you recommend?

@Duellingdesigns

3 жыл бұрын

I only have this edition. It is out of date but still very useful. I am sorry I could not be of more help. Thank you for watching. 😊

I need this book bt not avilable in india's mkt

@Duellingdesigns

4 жыл бұрын

I am so sorry it is not available in India yet. Thanks for watching Meenakshi.

is the book in inches or in centimeters?

@Duellingdesigns

3 жыл бұрын

Sorry for the late reply. The book uses inches. I think in cm and have had no problem using the book. I hope this helps.

Mam advice me latest book. I like your video and book list.

@Duellingdesigns

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you. It is one of my favorite patternmaking books.

@aslamali1292

6 жыл бұрын

I am your biggest fan. Tell me price because online shop is saying two price 29137 and 5137. And your official contact no.

Hello ma-am ..... I am optitex pattern making & I surch work from home for abroad company's

"Pattern Drafting &Grading Women's and Misses' Garment Design" by M. Rohr is like a Bible for patternmakers/designers. I love my reprinted in 1981 (first published copyright 1968). Never buy a "vintage" sewing pattern since the styles ARE vintage. I believe this book is out of print which is unfortunate for those who want to learn the true art of making slopers that fit every body type (even pre-teen and misses' half sizes!!). My book cost $25 back in the 80's when I took a patternmaking course at a design college; complete with 1/4, 3/4, and 1/2 inch foundations to draft up from and sizing charts, etc. 112 pages for drafting various styles of the following: bras, swimsuits, beachwear. shorts, jackets, (double breasted, bolero, cardigan, single breasted with peplum, etc.), skirts (2-piece skirt foundation, 4-piece flared skirt draft, 6-gored skirt, peg-top, side-pleated draft, skirt with a yoke, circular, pants, slacks, and slim draft, sleeves (raglan, kimono, push-up sleeve, coat sleeve, fitted, cap, etc.)necklines (cowl, V, high neckline, jewel, etc.)jumpsuits (thigh-length playsuit, ankle length, evening wear, etc.),collars (flat, stand-up, Peter Pan, notch, roll, vest abd collar in one, etc),dresses (dartless, styles with darts, nightgowns, pajamas, pinafore, evening, princess, cocktail, full length, higher neckline, etc.), skirts (circle, A-line, dirndl, culotte, etc.), coat (box-style, Chesterfield, princess reefer-style, etc.How to grade your patterns by increments required to decrease/increase size for half-size, junior, ladies, misses, teen, pre-teen.You can even make mom and daughter matching patterns! Why ever buy a commercial pattern again? I haven't!!!😍

Where to buy this book?

@Duellingdesigns

3 жыл бұрын

I bought mine on Amazon. I also see used copies once and a while on the Thriftbooks website.

In Discription mam u should mention book name also

@Duellingdesigns

5 жыл бұрын

Did you mean Patternmaking for Fashion Design by Helen Joesph Armstrong or another book?

@maimunashaik8805

5 жыл бұрын

Thq you mam

I can see that you are a Helen Joseph Armstrong enthusiast.

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