Become a Pattern School Member
This web resource is huge ... and I can't maintain it without your support. So I'm hoping you'll subscribe to a membership. It doesn't matter which level you choose, you'll get full access to all the tutorials, discussion topics and projects at Pattern School ... it's just the length of time that varies with each level.
The information contained in this treasure chest is the result of 35+ years working as a women's stretch fit pattern maker in the swimwear industry. It contains everything you need to know about why stretch fabrics do what they do and how to use them properly. This is pretty much the same content you'll get at a live Fashion School when you do a stretch fit pattern making course, only it's in far greater detail here.
If you're thinking about developing a range of ready to wear swimwear, dancewear, activewear or any other stretch clothing range then this is the resource you'll need to learn about stretch fit pattern making. The content is written in a simple and straightforward manner and is aimed typically at students with a limited knowledge of pattern making. It does not require advanced skills or knowledge, but some fashion pattern making basics would be helpful. The theory is presented in a simple step-by-step, page-by-page manner with each lesson building on the previous one. There are also many amusing side projects to keep things interesting... everything is always growing and expanding ... come and be a part of it all!
Note: The introductory (first menu column) and shop pages are freely accessible to everyone.
For How Long Would You Like to Join?
French Curve
10USDaccess all areasValid for 6 weeks- To create the simplest of curves
- and become something of
- beauty, something
- that flows from the soul.
- (there is no auto-renewal)
Paper Scissors
20USDaccess all areasValid for 3 months- They're indispensable and important,
- but they're only around for a short
- time ... before the kids steal them.
- (there is no auto-renewal)
Water Colors
40USDaccess all areasValid for 6 months- Ultimately colour tells the full story,
- the true expression of creativity
- and fulfilment of a promise.
- (there is no auto-renewal)
Fabric Scissors
75USDaccess all areasValid for one year- Our most treasured item,
- if well cared for will
- last an eternity.
- (there is no auto-renewal)