Practical Fashion Tech: Wearable Technologies for Costuming, Cosplay, and Everyday

© Joan Horvath, Lyn Hoge and Rich Cameron 2016

Joan Horvath, Lyn Hoge and Rich Cameron, Practical Fashion Tech, 10.1007/978-1-4842-1662-0_4

4. Making and Using Sewing Patterns

Joan Horvath¹ , Lyn Hoge² and Rich Cameron¹

(1)Nonscriptum LLC, Pasadena, California, USA

(2)Los Angeles, California, USA

This chapter talks you through the ins and outs of sewing patterns. This is Lyn writing again, now taking you into using the stitches and techniques introduced in Chapter 3.

The first time you use a standard sewing pattern, it is important to read and follow the instructions that come with it, and to understand and follow the markings printed on the pattern pieces. As with a new cooking recipe, it is best to read the steps through to the end before beginning ...