So you know how excited I was getting about my pattern cutting class.. and cutting out the pieces for my toile? Well it’s finished! And it fits perfectly! I made a few minor adjustments to the block where the tunic was a little big around the shoulder and arm hole but other than that it was a brilliant fit. I couldn’t resist having a little twirl around the workshop in it!
Don’t get me wrong this is not what the finished item will look like. For those who aren’t familiar with pattern cutting, the toile is the mock-up you make of the tunic block. Having used my personal measurements to create the block, I then needed to make it up in order to check the waist and bust shaping were correct and that it actually fitted. From here, I then made any adjustments that were required (luckily not many!) to the main block and I’ll use the modified one to draw up my block pattern again. Once that is finished I can then manipulate the block to create the sort of shape top that I’d like to make!
I can’t wait to start designing, I think tomorrow I’m going to spend the day watching old Audrey Hepburn and Jean Seberg films to try and get some inspiration for the top I’m going to actually make. I already have some gorgeous fabric from India and an idea of the kind of top I would like! I’m thinking something very plain in shape with a classic boatneck.
O gorgeous! I cannot wait to see the finished product! (Or until I can start filling my closet with Hannah Layford Designs! :P)
I think we're still a little way off that, Jess! You need to help me practise my French more! xx
wow looks good so far 🙂 can't wait to see it finished 🙂
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so great that you have the right fit…i think it's fun to manipulate that pattern into anything you want.
xo erica
I am VERY impressed! I need to get around to making a personal pattern for myself 🙂
ooooh! the shape looks lovely! and I really dig the neckline too! Can't wait to see the final product!
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u look so cute! waitin for d finishd piece 🙂
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I can't wait to see the finished product as the beginning part looks great!
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Can't wait too see the finished piece! xx
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hehee the title of this post made me smile, it's very fun to say! it looks great! I find pattern cutting quite frustrating but its very satisfying when you get it right! xxx