I am wanting to establish a digital sewing pattern business and be able to draft patterns directly on Adobe Illustrator . What you described on this video was perfect for the stage I am presently at. I will look forward to some more digital pattern making videos from you. Thank you!
Ginette, thank you so much for your kind words! That's so exciting and a great industry to get into. I'm so glad you found the tutorial helpful. I will definitely be doing more in-depth digital patternmaking videos in the future. :)
I really enjoy your videos, clear and concise and with a load of new information. I've been pattern cutting and sewing for over 20 years and it's great to see somebody giving out industry relevant information for free...thank you and good luck with your new ventures. (wish you'd been around when i started out!)
Thank you so much for your kind words! Part of my reason for doing what I do is because I also wish I had this type of resource when I was first starting out. I hope this will help a lot of people! Thank you so much for your support!
Hi, thank you so much for providing all these resources, but I was actually very curious if you could make a video series about doing the pattern making from scratch (using your own take on it and maybe the the resources from Helen Armstrong). I would love an in depth series on it. I have watched so many videos and I'm not sure what is the "right way" to do it. I feel that could be an extremely applicable video for all viewers and may bring more subscribers to your channel. I haven't really found a concise video on youtube explaining why or how the specific measurements are added. I'm not sure what's the correct one and why. Each pattern maker seems to have their own "technique" on adding measurements. I really enjoy your style of teaching. You seem extremely seasoned in the field and I can't wait to keep binge-watching all your well thought out videos!
Thank you so much for your feedback! I definitely would love to show a more in depth walkthrough of how I create and manipulate patterns. My plan is to dive more in-depth as time goes on so that I can really expand into the technicalities of each part of technical design. I am planning to show some more patternmaking as a part of my new vlog series that will be on my channel here on TH-cam!
Thanks for sharing! This is a good video. Richpeace CAD software is a good helper for making patterns, and it is very convenient to use it to make patterns.
This video is very helpful! I am wondering how you would go about setting up printing in the "cut the edge and glue" way that I see in many Indie Patterns. This isn't like what you showed, where you'd essentially draw in the line that isn't printed at the edges. I'd love a video on it or if you could send me to a blog post :). Thanks for all you have shared!
Hi Melissa, thank you so much for your question! Essentially what you would do is cut the pattern pieces apart to fit the printer page size. I like to use a shape to make sure that everything is lined up (like a star for example). I mention this method at the end of this article: www.pointsofmeasure.com/tutorials-education/the-basics-of-patternmaking - The reason I prefer to do it the way that is outlined in this video is because there is less room for error because your only variable is the paper size which is already highly regulated to only vary by a fraction of a millimeter. When cutting and lining up you have to consider, are you cutting consistently on the line? What is the width of the line? are the angles correctly matched? All of these variables can add up to big variations in the final printed pattern!
If you need a visual example feel free to DM me on IG or send me an email through my contact form on website. It's a little easier to explain when I can send images! IG link: instagram.com/pointsofmeasure/ Contact link: www.pointsofmeasure.com/contact
I'm so happy to have found your channel! I've been drafting blocks and patterns on paper, and doing tech drawings in Ai, but now I want to make my blocks and patterns digitally. My brain works in such a way that I'm not able to fill in the blanks --- At 19:23, you start with a file that's already been set up and has preliminary lines on it. I'm wondering if you have a tutorial that outlines the settings you use, to set up your files.
Hey there, thanks so much for your kind words! In this tutorial I talk a little bit about grids and guides which are the main things I recommend when setting up your file (those can be found under the "View" menu at the top). You can also change the unit of measure (in the File menu at the top or you can also change it for all files in the Illustrator menu at the top). Other than that I pretty much just use the default menus set up in AI. This is a great topic though and I'll add it to my list for future videos! Let me know if you have more questions :)
It depends on what path you want to take - do you want to learn how to create digital patterns in Illustrator or do you want to learn on an actual patternmaking software like CLO3D, Tukatech, Gerber, Optitex etc?
That's nice! There's lots of different programs you can use. I like talking about Illustrator because most Fashion Designers & Technical Designers already have access to it.
Hopefully this tutorial gave you some insight on how to do so. You can also check out the written tutorial in the description which is sometimes easier to follow. I'll be releasing some new tutorials soon that talk in more depth about digitizing & printing patterns.
Hi Linda, just replied to your email! All you need to do is cut apart the lines in AI and spread them like you would on paper. You may need to draw in some additional lines to keep things organized. I have a tutorial on slash and spread here: th-cam.com/video/OsyaAWJHLOY/w-d-xo.html
THank you so much for this info. One question - at 31:00 Your pattern is outside the print tile "dotted line" , this is where my confusion is that is that part going to be printed since it is outside of printing border, if yes then isnt your printed pattern going to not correct size to tape it? Im sorry im so confused, been trying to figure out printing settings since morning :(
Yes, that's correct! So it's OK if your pattern goes across the print tiling. You will be taping your pages from edge to edge just like they're set up in AI and can fill in those small gaps. I would caution to not put any main points over those gaps - you can easily rearrange to your liking. It's sort of hard to explain - but I can show you a visual example! Send me a DM on Instagram @ pointsofmeasure or contact me via my website and I can send a photo that better illustrates what I'm talking about.
You can either take a photo and import it into AI or you can take a scan and import it into AI. Just make sure that the images are to scale! I like to draw a 1" x 1" box on the pattern to double check it once I have it in AI.
@@POINTSofMEASURE wow. Thanks for the quick reply. Merry Christmas. Its Christmas right now in New Zealand. I double checked the scale at its 1/3 scale, its a proximity 60 cm or 24 inches high. Thanks again 😃
Hello❤️❤️❤️ I’m interested in creating and selling sewing patterns. I’ve only been successful in drafting patterns using Helen Joseph Armstrong’s technique, which I have been using since 2018❤️❤️(I’m self-taught, I didn’t go to university or have taken any courses for sewing. But I’m worried about running into legal problems if I use this technique. I’ve noticed almost all fashion designers on TH-cam use draping. Is that the ideal way to draft patterns if you plan on selling the patterns or making clothes for people. Thank you in advance❤️❤️❤️❤️
Hi there! A lot of designers (including myself) use Helen's method. You shouldn't have any legal problems using that method to draft patterns that your selling, that's what her book is for! As long as you're not replicating her technique and selling it as a course/book. You can definitely use draping to create patterns, but draping and flat pattern are two very different techniques for two very different purposes. Draping is best used when the design is fluid, you want to let the fabric decide the shape of the garment, or you want to experiment with unique pattern shapes. Flat pattern is best used when you know the pattern shape and measurements. They can be used interchangeably, but that is the basic overview of what they're intended for.
I don't have a tutorial on how I created my rulers, but they are available in my store. Here's a video showing you all the features: th-cam.com/video/Who2knEIG44/w-d-xo.html (the shop link is in the description)
Your videos are awesome. I am going to buy everything in your shop one by one..:-) I am planning to create a specific prototype .. In case I have any doubts to clarify can I get in touch with you? Thank you so much. Cheers
Thank you so much! I'm so glad you're enjoying them and I really appreciate the support. Absolutely! You can reach out anytime - I offer private consultations and you can read more about them at this link: www.pointsofmeasure.com/design-services/consultation
Maybe change your video title. You start chatting about a whole lot of stuff I don't need to know. Just looking for how to create digital patterns as space is something I don't have.
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I am wanting to establish a digital sewing pattern business and be able to draft patterns directly on Adobe Illustrator . What you described on this video was perfect for the stage I am presently at. I will look forward to some more digital pattern making videos from you. Thank you!
Ginette, thank you so much for your kind words! That's so exciting and a great industry to get into. I'm so glad you found the tutorial helpful. I will definitely be doing more in-depth digital patternmaking videos in the future. :)
I really enjoy your videos, clear and concise and with a load of new information. I've been pattern cutting and sewing for over 20 years and it's great to see somebody giving out industry relevant information for free...thank you and good luck with your new ventures. (wish you'd been around when i started out!)
Thank you so much for your kind words! Part of my reason for doing what I do is because I also wish I had this type of resource when I was first starting out. I hope this will help a lot of people! Thank you so much for your support!
Super helpful video. I’m feeling more confident about digitizing my patterns and making them from scratch in illustrator. Thanks!!!
So happy to hear that!
Hi, thank you so much for providing all these resources, but I was actually very curious if you could make a video series about doing the pattern making from scratch (using your own take on it and maybe the the resources from Helen Armstrong). I would love an in depth series on it. I have watched so many videos and I'm not sure what is the "right way" to do it. I feel that could be an extremely applicable video for all viewers and may bring more subscribers to your channel. I haven't really found a concise video on youtube explaining why or how the specific measurements are added. I'm not sure what's the correct one and why. Each pattern maker seems to have their own "technique" on adding measurements. I really enjoy your style of teaching. You seem extremely seasoned in the field and I can't wait to keep binge-watching all your well thought out videos!
Thank you so much for your feedback! I definitely would love to show a more in depth walkthrough of how I create and manipulate patterns. My plan is to dive more in-depth as time goes on so that I can really expand into the technicalities of each part of technical design. I am planning to show some more patternmaking as a part of my new vlog series that will be on my channel here on TH-cam!
You are actually amazing, I'm so glad I found your channel 😍😍😍😍
Thank you so much!!
Thank you for the informative video. I am so glad I found your channel. I will look forward to more videos from you on technical design. Best wishes!
So glad to be of help! More coming soon 🥳
Just bought your slopers. I'm so happy to finally be learning Illustrator so well!
Thank you so much for supporting my business with your purchase! I'm so glad you're finding them and the tutorials helpful. Enjoy!
This is so helpful, another substitute to Cad Cam, which I was use to!
Glad you thought so! Yes, very similar to other CAD programs.
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Thanks for sharing! This is a good video. Richpeace CAD software is a good helper for making patterns, and it is very convenient to use it to make patterns.
This video is very helpful! I am wondering how you would go about setting up printing in the "cut the edge and glue" way that I see in many Indie Patterns. This isn't like what you showed, where you'd essentially draw in the line that isn't printed at the edges. I'd love a video on it or if you could send me to a blog post :). Thanks for all you have shared!
Hi Melissa, thank you so much for your question! Essentially what you would do is cut the pattern pieces apart to fit the printer page size. I like to use a shape to make sure that everything is lined up (like a star for example). I mention this method at the end of this article: www.pointsofmeasure.com/tutorials-education/the-basics-of-patternmaking - The reason I prefer to do it the way that is outlined in this video is because there is less room for error because your only variable is the paper size which is already highly regulated to only vary by a fraction of a millimeter. When cutting and lining up you have to consider, are you cutting consistently on the line? What is the width of the line? are the angles correctly matched? All of these variables can add up to big variations in the final printed pattern!
If you need a visual example feel free to DM me on IG or send me an email through my contact form on website. It's a little easier to explain when I can send images! IG link: instagram.com/pointsofmeasure/ Contact link: www.pointsofmeasure.com/contact
I cant thank you enough
Hi, since you have already created the rulers for yourself for illustrator, is there any way you could share that with us/me?
The rulers for illustrator are available in my shop here: www.pointsofmeasure.com/shop/digital-patternmaking-rulers
I want to learn Pattern Making.😊🙏
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You are awesome, that is all :)
Thank you so much, I really appreciate the support! 🧡
I'm so happy to have found your channel! I've been drafting blocks and patterns on paper, and doing tech drawings in Ai, but now I want to make my blocks and patterns digitally. My brain works in such a way that I'm not able to fill in the blanks --- At 19:23, you start with a file that's already been set up and has preliminary lines on it. I'm wondering if you have a tutorial that outlines the settings you use, to set up your files.
Hey there, thanks so much for your kind words! In this tutorial I talk a little bit about grids and guides which are the main things I recommend when setting up your file (those can be found under the "View" menu at the top). You can also change the unit of measure (in the File menu at the top or you can also change it for all files in the Illustrator menu at the top). Other than that I pretty much just use the default menus set up in AI. This is a great topic though and I'll add it to my list for future videos! Let me know if you have more questions :)
wait wait wait!!! The cutting pattern piece!! How do you do that??? :'( Struggling!!!
Cutting it apart in Illustrator?
I’m trying to learn digital pattern making as a new skill in fashion. Can you recommend the path to start with as a total newbie?
It depends on what path you want to take - do you want to learn how to create digital patterns in Illustrator or do you want to learn on an actual patternmaking software like CLO3D, Tukatech, Gerber, Optitex etc?
I am using autocad to draw digitally..bcoz its more precise n easier to use
That's nice! There's lots of different programs you can use. I like talking about Illustrator because most Fashion Designers & Technical Designers already have access to it.
I know to make patterns on paper. I have no clue how to put them in the computer to print
Hopefully this tutorial gave you some insight on how to do so. You can also check out the written tutorial in the description which is sometimes easier to follow. I'll be releasing some new tutorials soon that talk in more depth about digitizing & printing patterns.
How do you slash and make bigger or Smaill in Adobe illustrator?
Hi Linda, just replied to your email! All you need to do is cut apart the lines in AI and spread them like you would on paper. You may need to draw in some additional lines to keep things organized. I have a tutorial on slash and spread here: th-cam.com/video/OsyaAWJHLOY/w-d-xo.html
I use free and open source CAD pattern design software Valentina to make parametric graded patterns.
THank you so much for this info. One question - at 31:00 Your pattern is outside the print tile "dotted line" , this is where my confusion is that is that part going to be printed since it is outside of printing border, if yes then isnt your printed pattern going to not correct size to tape it? Im sorry im so confused, been trying to figure out printing settings since morning :(
Yes, that's correct! So it's OK if your pattern goes across the print tiling. You will be taping your pages from edge to edge just like they're set up in AI and can fill in those small gaps. I would caution to not put any main points over those gaps - you can easily rearrange to your liking. It's sort of hard to explain - but I can show you a visual example! Send me a DM on Instagram @ pointsofmeasure or contact me via my website and I can send a photo that better illustrates what I'm talking about.
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How do you that a photo of the pattern to upload to Adobe Illustration if using a brought paper pattern?
You can either take a photo and import it into AI or you can take a scan and import it into AI. Just make sure that the images are to scale! I like to draw a 1" x 1" box on the pattern to double check it once I have it in AI.
I'm wondering if there is software out there for 1/5 scale out there.
Not sure on that specifically, but I'm sure you can scale in most Patternmaking software. You can definitely create a 1/5 scale pattern in AI!
@@POINTSofMEASURE wow. Thanks for the quick reply. Merry Christmas. Its Christmas right now in New Zealand. I double checked the scale at its 1/3 scale, its a proximity 60 cm or 24 inches high. Thanks again 😃
@@AllIsWellaus awesome! Thank you! Merry Christmas to you!
Valentina is an open source pattern drafting software for any scale.
Hello❤️❤️❤️ I’m interested in creating and selling sewing patterns. I’ve only been successful in drafting patterns using Helen Joseph Armstrong’s technique, which I have been using since 2018❤️❤️(I’m self-taught, I didn’t go to university or have taken any courses for sewing. But I’m worried about running into legal problems if I use this technique. I’ve noticed almost all fashion designers on TH-cam use draping. Is that the ideal way to draft patterns if you plan on selling the patterns or making clothes for people. Thank you in advance❤️❤️❤️❤️
Hi there! A lot of designers (including myself) use Helen's method. You shouldn't have any legal problems using that method to draft patterns that your selling, that's what her book is for! As long as you're not replicating her technique and selling it as a course/book. You can definitely use draping to create patterns, but draping and flat pattern are two very different techniques for two very different purposes. Draping is best used when the design is fluid, you want to let the fabric decide the shape of the garment, or you want to experiment with unique pattern shapes. Flat pattern is best used when you know the pattern shape and measurements. They can be used interchangeably, but that is the basic overview of what they're intended for.
how do we create rulers?
I don't have a tutorial on how I created my rulers, but they are available in my store. Here's a video showing you all the features: th-cam.com/video/Who2knEIG44/w-d-xo.html (the shop link is in the description)
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Your videos are awesome. I am going to buy everything in your shop one by one..:-) I am planning to create a specific prototype .. In case I have any doubts to clarify can I get in touch with you? Thank you so much. Cheers
Thank you so much! I'm so glad you're enjoying them and I really appreciate the support. Absolutely! You can reach out anytime - I offer private consultations and you can read more about them at this link: www.pointsofmeasure.com/design-services/consultation
Waste of time on further issues rather than focusing on pattern making.
I made this video quite a few years ago, I'm excited to launch new videos that are a bit more focused in the future! Thanks for your feedback.
Maybe change your video title. You start chatting about a whole lot of stuff I don't need to know. Just looking for how to create digital patterns as space is something I don't have.
Thanks for your feedback! There are timestamps in the video description so that you can skip to the part that you need.