tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5757733747822094075.post779770054022612554..comments2023-09-16T05:56:01.927-07:00Comments on Create / Enjoy: Sewing Circle: How to cut out your size from a pattern and leave it intactAdventures in Dressmakinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00276208940528297433noreply@blogger.comBlogger39125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5757733747822094075.post-17255063503382537412015-03-03T14:46:12.313-08:002015-03-03T14:46:12.313-08:00I like that idea too.I like that idea too.Adventures in Dressmakinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00276208940528297433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5757733747822094075.post-1711668325317806182015-03-03T14:41:46.064-08:002015-03-03T14:41:46.064-08:00That s the method I favor. I will check out the e...That s the method I favor. I will check out the exam paper. I was also told to try the rice paper from the florist.Adventures in Dressmakinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00276208940528297433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5757733747822094075.post-20334301470084379842015-03-03T12:08:43.506-08:002015-03-03T12:08:43.506-08:00I purchase inexpensive bolts of interfacing when t...I purchase inexpensive bolts of interfacing when they are on sale. Then I fuse it to the back of pattern pieces before fully cutting them out to reinforce the flimsy tissue patterns. Then I do the snip and fold trick so I can use the same pattern for myself or others who might be a different sizeAdventures in Dressmakinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00276208940528297433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5757733747822094075.post-40464291118576033562015-03-03T10:06:58.041-08:002015-03-03T10:06:58.041-08:00now I have done this a time or twonow I have done this a time or twoAdventures in Dressmakinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00276208940528297433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5757733747822094075.post-65581714094708506142015-03-03T10:03:33.718-08:002015-03-03T10:03:33.718-08:00I always did cut my patterns and I have sewed sinc...I always did cut my patterns and I have sewed since beginning of time. And never thought of clipping the pattern. Guess your never to old to learn a new trick.. ThanksAdventures in Dressmakinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00276208940528297433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5757733747822094075.post-50566171885776024862015-03-01T09:36:42.326-08:002015-03-01T09:36:42.326-08:00That's a good idea! Bet those would last forev...That's a good idea! Bet those would last forever!Adventures in Dressmakinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00276208940528297433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5757733747822094075.post-87595521031122762602015-02-27T11:50:24.206-08:002015-02-27T11:50:24.206-08:00I trace the pattern onto a cheap dollar store plas...I trace the pattern onto a cheap dollar store plastic table cloth. They are virtually see through and it's easy to see all markings. And the plastic is a lot more resilient then paper patterns. I fold any pieces that have straight lines.Adventures in Dressmakinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00276208940528297433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5757733747822094075.post-33364280533116919942015-02-23T06:28:03.117-08:002015-02-23T06:28:03.117-08:00There is another way to save your pattern sizes. ...There is another way to save your pattern sizes. The fabric store sells tracing wheel and tracing carbon for tracing patterns on fabric. The carbon will not stain your fabric. I have been using this method for years. Adventures in Dressmakinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00276208940528297433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5757733747822094075.post-57900649154419647192015-02-06T14:16:53.703-08:002015-02-06T14:16:53.703-08:00Never thought about the brown paper. Oh well, whe...Never thought about the brown paper. Oh well, when I run out of exam table paper, I will go that route. Thanks. Oh yeah. If you are framing a picture, cut out the size of the back of the complete frame of the brown paper, wet it (just run water over it lightly) blot it, and spread Elmer's glue on the back solid part of the frame. Place the damp brown paper on it, and let it dry. Tight as a drum. I know that this didn't have anything to do with sewing, but, it is another use for all that paper.Adventures in Dressmakinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00276208940528297433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5757733747822094075.post-49921710781802565642015-01-20T22:33:13.760-08:002015-01-20T22:33:13.760-08:00Dana, i essentially do what you do, only i have s...Dana, i essentially do what you do, only i have started using the most inexpensive muslin I can find ( Walmart < $ 1.50 / yrd ). I find it easier than the paper. And I'm with you, the tissue paper the patterns are made of, is ridiculous!Adventures in Dressmakinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00276208940528297433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5757733747822094075.post-40837180592359965062015-01-18T17:59:40.095-08:002015-01-18T17:59:40.095-08:00Yes, that sounds so much better than the flimsy pa...Yes, that sounds so much better than the flimsy paper in the envelope!Adventures in Dressmakinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00276208940528297433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5757733747822094075.post-25238686447560960652015-01-17T19:28:04.696-08:002015-01-17T19:28:04.696-08:00I bought a roll of brown shipping paper (20 yards ...I bought a roll of brown shipping paper (20 yards for $5) and pinned my ridiculously thin pattern pieces on it, cut all the patterns out, drew the necessary instructions on the shipping paper and now have HEAVY WEIGHT patterns I can pin to the fabric and cut around with no fear of tearing.Adventures in Dressmakinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00276208940528297433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5757733747822094075.post-31356487953451193292015-01-12T15:14:48.908-08:002015-01-12T15:14:48.908-08:00Thats a great idea! Thats a great idea! Adventures in Dressmakinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00276208940528297433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5757733747822094075.post-36037387340778223182013-11-30T01:34:52.519-08:002013-11-30T01:34:52.519-08:00I HATE tracing. This is a great idea, I never even...I HATE tracing. This is a great idea, I never even thought of doing something like this. Great tutorial.Adventures in Dressmakinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00276208940528297433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5757733747822094075.post-60258935822892480702013-11-21T07:02:29.627-08:002013-11-21T07:02:29.627-08:00I've been doing this for years. I didn't ...I've been doing this for years. I didn't know it was anything new.Adventures in Dressmakinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00276208940528297433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5757733747822094075.post-27762137277298446372013-11-16T17:15:42.718-08:002013-11-16T17:15:42.718-08:00I am a folder. I need multiple sizes because I am...I am a folder. I need multiple sizes because I am a non-normal size. I also do it because if I decide to put it on my garage sale, it will still have all the sizes. I have picked up patterns at garage sales and they cut their size out and it wouldn't work for me.Adventures in Dressmakinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00276208940528297433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5757733747822094075.post-85152699533554139522013-11-16T16:29:31.364-08:002013-11-16T16:29:31.364-08:00With over 400+ original patterns, we trace multipl...With over 400+ original patterns, we trace multiple sized ones, although we use lightweight fusible interfacing. It take fine line sharpies well, doesn't tear easily, is easy to reuse the pattern multiple times, it is cheaper than other pattern materials, and a great advantage is that holds really well on the fabric without a lot of pins needed.Adventures in Dressmakinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00276208940528297433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5757733747822094075.post-68501804676572921752013-11-13T15:38:31.435-08:002013-11-13T15:38:31.435-08:00I unfold the tissue paper and trace the size I wan...I unfold the tissue paper and trace the size I want with a Sharpie instead of a tracing wheel. The marker bleeds through and shows up on the paper underneath, making it easier to see the lines. I dont cut into the tissue paper at all, which makes refolding and restashing it into its envelope waaaaaaay easier as well!Adventures in Dressmakinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00276208940528297433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5757733747822094075.post-50371382636369578842013-11-10T21:15:56.714-08:002013-11-10T21:15:56.714-08:00I love this idea! I can't believe I never thou...I love this idea! I can't believe I never thought of it.Adventures in Dressmakinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00276208940528297433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5757733747822094075.post-22109221785256575752013-11-09T13:51:49.649-08:002013-11-09T13:51:49.649-08:00I'm a tracer-- but this post might have just c...I'm a tracer-- but this post might have just changed my mind! I wanted to let you know I'm featuring it this week on my frugal sewing site Sewistry. Here's the link: http://sewistry.com/2013/11/sewing-tip-save-pattern-sizes-without-tracing/Adventures in Dressmakinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00276208940528297433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5757733747822094075.post-15671087993040480612013-11-07T20:19:51.690-08:002013-11-07T20:19:51.690-08:00I transfer my pattern on thick foil from the hardw...I transfer my pattern on thick foil from the hardware store. Freezer paper is available here in Germany not to buy anything, just online on amazon ....Adventures in Dressmakinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00276208940528297433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5757733747822094075.post-53567217722519397302013-11-04T19:53:10.931-08:002013-11-04T19:53:10.931-08:00I use freezer paper to trace the size I need, so I...I use freezer paper to trace the size I need, so I don't have to cut the pattern ... works especially well for preserving kid's patterns so I can use the bigger sizes as they grow!Adventures in Dressmakinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00276208940528297433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5757733747822094075.post-57077479942992978972013-11-04T09:50:42.598-08:002013-11-04T09:50:42.598-08:00Wow, this is an amazing idea! Thank you so much f...Wow, this is an amazing idea! Thank you so much for sharing - this would work wonderfully for "transitioning" between sizes for us "non-normal" gals *LOL* Sorry that always makes me laugh...can't wait to meet the person that can use a sewing pattern as-is, with no adjustment at all! :)<br />Thanks again! :)Adventures in Dressmakinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00276208940528297433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5757733747822094075.post-68263641227545334762013-11-03T23:37:04.162-08:002013-11-03T23:37:04.162-08:00I totally made this... I had extra jersey from ano...I totally made this... I had extra jersey from another t-shirt mod I did and used it for your awesome tutorial! Thanks, Suzannah! Huge fan of the blog!<br /><br />http://funthingstodowhileyourewaiting.com/2013/09/25/an-applique-t-shirt-mod/Adventures in Dressmakinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00276208940528297433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5757733747822094075.post-91823819640724504372013-11-03T17:59:14.885-08:002013-11-03T17:59:14.885-08:00Wax paper, that would work! I've traced onto p...Wax paper, that would work! I've traced onto pattern fabric paper stuff before, but I don't usually have the patience!Adventures in Dressmakinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00276208940528297433noreply@blogger.com