So, you want something that doesn't come off a rack? Something that fits you the way it should? You have your own ideas of what you want this something to look like? Well, maybe it's time you had your "something" custom-made. Here's how it works.
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, or even a pattern that you've seen. Or just bring it in your head - I have several books & a great imagination of my own to help you thru this process. 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!
The first thing we will get out of the way is the technical stuff. How long will it take? How much will it cost? Signing the contract for custom sewing, etc.
The next step is to talk about appropriate fabric for you 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.
Now it's time for the fittings. I'll measure you and then draft a 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.
The initial cost of drafting a pattern and fittings is the most expensive part. Once this part has been accomplished, you can use the pattern as many times as you want - unless your measurements change significantly - without paying for it again. From now on you will be just paying for construction of the garment. I have found that most women like a particular style and will stick to it. A basic pattern can be used as the basis for many different styles.
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, or even a pattern that you've seen. Or just bring it in your head - I have several books & a great imagination of my own to help you thru this process. 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!
The first thing we will get out of the way is the technical stuff. How long will it take? How much will it cost? Signing the contract for custom sewing, etc.
The next step is to talk about appropriate fabric for you 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.
Now it's time for the fittings. I'll measure you and then draft a 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.
The initial cost of drafting a pattern and fittings is the most expensive part. Once this part has been accomplished, you can use the pattern as many times as you want - unless your measurements change significantly - without paying for it again. From now on you will be just paying for construction of the garment. I have found that most women like a particular style and will stick to it. A basic pattern can be used as the basis for many different styles.
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