iclass:



well done arakulture! could you pleasde post a pix of how to place the pattern clockwise to manage fabric?

Attached is an image of what @arakulture means about placing the pattern. Pls note that after cutting out the 1st panel, she wants you to get another fold before placing the pattern the opposite way.

When trying to layout the pattern to "manage fabric" pls pay attention to the design on the fabric. With some fabric design, you cannot flip the pattern (pattern: top to bottom) otherwise some panels will be in one direction and other panels will be in the opposite direction. For example making a velvet six piece skirt (even a plain velvet) the pattern cannot be flipped (has to be pattern: top to top) because when you run your hand over velvet fabric, the "color" or "sheen" changes.

HTH

now i get it. thanks

Thx @ bimbam...we are all here to help each other.

So peeps send in Ur projects oooo so we can move on

My pattern. Yet to get my fabric ma. Tnx

@noncy21: nice pattern, but a suggestion - where the flare begins, try and make it a smoother curve...this will make it easier for you sew and the bottom of your skirt will flow much better. .

bimbam:

@noncy21: nice pattern, but a suggestion - where the flare begins, try and make it a smoother curve...this will make it easier for you sew and the bottom of your skirt will flow much better. .

. Ok. Correction taken. Tnx ma.

arakulture:
After cutting our paper...18 inches by Ur skirt length.

Fold Ur paper into 2 cos we will measuring on fold. Lay Ur paper in a landscape and start Ur measurement from the top right corner....using Ur hip measurement divide Ur hip into 6 dats number of pieces u are making, add 0.5inch to Wat to get e.g. 40÷6 +0.5.....measure whatever u get for Ur waist, hip (you can also use yr waist measurement for Ur waist by dividing it into 6, I like to use my hip for both waist and hip and shape out after joining cos most ladies have tummy and might need room later)

Now measure Ur waist to kneel, Mark the deduct 2 inches from Ur hip and divide into 6 then add 0.5 inches to it e.g. 40-2=38 ÷6=6.3 +0.5 = mark Ur answer.

Read through and let me know if u understand d math then will send pics later.

You need to write down d process and understand.

Confused much!
Why are we deducting 2 inches from the hip measurement?
Shouldn't the result be divided into 2 since we are folding the paper? I.e waist/6 + 0.5 then divide by 2 since we are cutting on fold? Someone explain pls. Technically pattern should be divided by 12 if cut on fold. Or else you will get double waist/hip measurement.

Well said @bimbam. @ noncy21 try not to make d curve very deep though cos for beginners it's a bit tricky to get curves steady.

@ccramel

D 2inches that been deducted from d hip is meant for shaping of d kneel, have u seen 6pcs skirt on people and it looks like d kneel area is fitted and it looks like a mermaid kind of? Well dats d effect d deduction will create.

Let me explain with my measurement.


Hip is 40
Kneel = hips - 2 = 38 + 0.5 allowance ÷ 6pcs

Hope it's clear?

I promise to do better next time with explanation on Internet, it's easier wen u are teaching one-on-one. @bimbam help me here dear.

It is hip, knees, waist/12 if cutting the pattern on fold. Just made my skirt. I used the instruction below though as I was confused a bit. Thanks! Ps: this is for elastic or rope waist. Shape waist if zip to be used.

@ ccaramel,plz from wch book did u get this illustration from?

beefash24:
@ ccaramel,plz from wch book did u get this illustration from?

The website is there in the instruction. Not a book.
http://helentea.com/2013/08/diy-paneled-mermaid-skirt-tutorial-part-1-pattern-making/
I just googled when I was stuck cutting the pattern.

ccaramel:


Confused much!
Why are we deducting 2 inches from the hip measurement?
Shouldn't the result be divided into 2 since we are folding the paper? I.e waist/6 + 0.5 then divide by 2 since we are cutting on fold? Someone explain pls. Technically pattern should be divided by 12 if cut on fold. Or else you will get double waist/hip measurement.

@ccaramel: the way I do it is a 2 step process. Do the math as @arakulture instructed to get the hip measurement for the first panel. Then on fold, use that number ÷ 2 (since as you rightly pointed out the fabric is already on fold). Depending on the person's figure, you can get away with using the hip measurement as the waist measurement (to get rid of excess at the waist for a smaller figure, the sewn seam at the waist will be wider and then get narrower as you sew towards the hem of the skirt). Basically you would be sewing "darts" into the seams at the top. But that is IF you use hip meas.for waist meas., o!

Once that 1st panel is cut (remember it was cut on fold!), open it out and lay it flat on the rest of the fabric to cut 4 more panels. To save fabric, switch the directions (as mentioned earlier), if the fabric allows for it. Your total number of panels is now 5. For the 6th and final panel, fold up panel number 1 again (like it was just after you cut it out), then place it on the rest of your fabric (2 layers), but this time leave a 2" allowance on the non-flare edge (this is for adding a zipper in the back).

ccaramel:


Confused much!
Why are we deducting 2 inches from the hip measurement?

The 2 inches is to give the skirt a nice shape and also to emphasize the flare at the bottom.

HTH

The way I was taught, I was told the front middle panel is slightly narrower than the two other front panels so that the two front seams look like they are running down the centre of the thighs...

@arakulture: what is your contact detail please?

bimbam:


The 2 inches is to give the skirt a nice shape and also to emphasize the flare at the bottom.

HTH

Bimbam. Aren't you a darling!!! Thanks for the detailed explanation. Very clear now. Do you sew pro or as a hobby? I need a good tailor for some clothes that i don't have mind to attempt special thx for the fabric saving layout! I can manage my fabric properly now. I cut out six equal panels for my last fabric. What a waste of material!.

@ccaramel:

Pro, ke? . I am a hobbyist hoping to learn from the pros, which is why I need to connect with arakulture IRL...I know enough to get by but not a whole lot, so I am looking to get more skills...

Also, with the layout, pls check the pattern on the fabric first, o! If it is plain fabric (except velvet or corduroy) go ahead and use the layout. But if the fabric has a one direction pattern, be careful with the layout, or else people will be asking "who is the carpenter who made this skirt"?

Glad to be of assistance...

@bimbam u are a darling, thx for d explanation.

My contact is business 2l. Gbala str. Soluyi Gbagada and mobile is 08122632245


@ccaramel am glad u finally understood and like I said earlier there are lots of method for everyone the good thing is be open to all u can learn and decide which is best for u.

@kemestry....how fat at d blouse tutorial, hope we are still game.

Hello everyone! I ve been following this class and I have learnt a lot. I promise to post my skirt pictures soon. Thanks arakulture you are the best!
@bimbam, love your passion, wish I was in abj......

Thx @iclass and am glad u have learnt a lot, also I reside and operate in Lagos.

Weldone everybody. I can see great work going on here. I have been out of town for a while now. @ arakculture , i see you, good job you are doing here.
I can't post pics now but will surely do in the next project.

excuse me why are nigerian designers absent online? I am looking for one by Verity she made a dress for my sister in law, I need the same dress asap now now, I will be in lagos for crimbo, where is her website to order in a click?? i must find her and wear that dress. If anyone can make the same please let me know.
It was called Verity RaRa dress from store in lagos. alternatively, I need fashion designers in lagos who can make the dress please cos i canr find her. Also needs a dressmaker for a wedding (bridesmaid this december) thank you.

MymothersKeeper:
excuse me why are nigerian designers absent online? I am looking for one by Verity she made a dress for my sister in law, I need the same dress asap now now, I will be in lagos for crimbo, where is her website to order in a click?? i must find her and wear that dress. If anyone can make the same please let me know.
It was called Verity RaRa dress from store in lagos. alternatively, I need fashion designers in lagos who can make the dress please cos i canr find her. Also needs a dressmaker for a wedding (bridesmaid this december) thank you.

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You can reach Just n beautiful designs on 08063978406, call or whatsapp. A trial will convince u

@mymotherskeeper, y not post the pix of the dress so one can have an idea of wat u r tlking abt

@mymotherskeeper, why not post the pix of the dress so one can have an idea of what you are talking about

@mymotherskeeper, not all Nigeria tailors will be online and if u really need a design and can't locate Ur Sis tailor l, simply hire a new one and give sample of the dress and be sure u are giving the right person d job to do.

I am game. When are we starting the blouse tutorials? Will post some pics to choose from. Also, pics of blouses can be posted voluntrarily so we all can consensually pick one.

Hello ladies! I'm about to start my 6pieces skirt. Here is my fabric.

Pics

Work in.progress....

@iclass well done pls. Send pic wen done and everyone that's viewing this thread and participated in any project should send pix to encourage others nah.

@kemestry, I love all the pix let others send and we all will choose. Well done, am swamped with work.

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@Kemesty...- love all the pics but I prefer the second to last pic. Let others say their mind.