Custom Sewing
It all begins with your vision of a garment. Then you need to convey that idea to me, either by way of a drawing of your own, a picture or photograph, a website image or even a pattern that you've seen. Also, check out my Fun Links - under Creative Wearables. Let them inspire you. Keep in mind that fabrics chosen, features added, subtracted or modified, even buttons and closures chosen, are all elements which will determine the look you want. Look around the fabric stores at all the fabrics, trims and buttons. Let yourself go!
I offer you two different methods to have your job done. One is by using a store-bought pattern which you have purchased. This is considered semi-custom. Though I will make some modifications to fit the pattern to you as best as possible, I will not re-design it. The second method is fully custom where I make a pattern for you using computerized pattern-making software or greatly modify a purchased sewing pattern. This is more costly then the first method as it is far more time-intensive. Which one is for you? It will depend on your body measurments, what you are looking for and, of course, your budget. We will discuss this at our initial meeting and I will make recommendations to you at that time.
We'll then talk about appropriate fabric for your garment. I will give you a list of local fabric stores and a shopping list of fabric yardage, notions, anything you need to have in order for me to complete the job.
After that we take care of the technical stuff - the paperwork. How long will it take? How much will it cost? The dates of your fitting(s). Signing the contract, the deposit, etc.
Now it's time for the fittings. I'll measure you and then draft a custom pattern or adjust a commercial pattern. From that pattern I will make a basic muslin fitting shell. When you come for your first fitting, you will try this fitting shell on and I will pin or mark it up to make it fit you the way you want the garment to fit. The fitting shell is now my new pattern. I'll use this to construct your garment out of your chosen fabric. There will be other fittings as the garment is constructed - the number of fittings will depend on the complexity of the garment. After each fitting, we will discuss any changes or adjustments that need to be made. I will make a note of this on a form and you will be asked to read & approve it with your signature.
The initial cost of drafting or modifying a pattern is the most expensive part. Once the intial draffing or modification of a pattern has been accomplished to your satisfaction, you can use that pattern as many times as you want - unless your measurements change significantly - without paying for this part again. From now on you will be just paying for construction of the garment. By using different fabric and/or adding a few details, the look of the pattern can be altered without having to alter the pattern itself. This is ideal for your base wardrobe pieces (skirts, slacks, jackets). Most of us find a particular style that works best for us and then stick with it. And how nice to have something that fits you the way you expect it to instead of just "settling".
Please review my Policies.
I offer you two different methods to have your job done. One is by using a store-bought pattern which you have purchased. This is considered semi-custom. Though I will make some modifications to fit the pattern to you as best as possible, I will not re-design it. The second method is fully custom where I make a pattern for you using computerized pattern-making software or greatly modify a purchased sewing pattern. This is more costly then the first method as it is far more time-intensive. Which one is for you? It will depend on your body measurments, what you are looking for and, of course, your budget. We will discuss this at our initial meeting and I will make recommendations to you at that time.
We'll then talk about appropriate fabric for your garment. I will give you a list of local fabric stores and a shopping list of fabric yardage, notions, anything you need to have in order for me to complete the job.
After that we take care of the technical stuff - the paperwork. How long will it take? How much will it cost? The dates of your fitting(s). Signing the contract, the deposit, etc.
Now it's time for the fittings. I'll measure you and then draft a custom pattern or adjust a commercial pattern. From that pattern I will make a basic muslin fitting shell. When you come for your first fitting, you will try this fitting shell on and I will pin or mark it up to make it fit you the way you want the garment to fit. The fitting shell is now my new pattern. I'll use this to construct your garment out of your chosen fabric. There will be other fittings as the garment is constructed - the number of fittings will depend on the complexity of the garment. After each fitting, we will discuss any changes or adjustments that need to be made. I will make a note of this on a form and you will be asked to read & approve it with your signature.
The initial cost of drafting or modifying a pattern is the most expensive part. Once the intial draffing or modification of a pattern has been accomplished to your satisfaction, you can use that pattern as many times as you want - unless your measurements change significantly - without paying for this part again. From now on you will be just paying for construction of the garment. By using different fabric and/or adding a few details, the look of the pattern can be altered without having to alter the pattern itself. This is ideal for your base wardrobe pieces (skirts, slacks, jackets). Most of us find a particular style that works best for us and then stick with it. And how nice to have something that fits you the way you expect it to instead of just "settling".
Please review my Policies.
Custom & Creative Sewing Services by Drum Point Designs
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