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1. Fundamentals of Apparel Design

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2. More Pattern Manipulations for Fullness and Darts

   There's more than one way to do pattern manipulations. In this video, I show you multiple methods to add fullness or move a dart on your pattern.

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Tips and Techniques!

Watch videos that demonstrate the techniques you will use to design your patterns. And get tips to make the process easier!

Videos are added periodically, so keep checking back!

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• More on Using Quarter Scale Patterns
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• Sewing Gifts for Your Friends - or for You!
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• Where Do You Find Design Inspiration?
• Do You Have Trouble Fitting The Bust?
• What are Style Lines?
• Flat Pattern vs. draping
• The Difference Between Fit Ease and Style Ease
• Don't Make MY Mistakes! Do a Proper Muslin Fitting
  
• What Does It Mean to "True Your Pattern?"
• Using Basic Pattern Techniques 
• Customize your Body Form
• Slashing and Spreading your Pattern to add Fullness
• Turning your Darts into Styling Details
• Using your Quarter Scale Patterns
• Why Do I Need Darts? They're so UGLY!
• Why Do I Need a Dress Block? Can't I just re-design a purchased pattern?