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If you sew but find yourself frustrated looking for cute patterns that fit well, you might want to try drafting your own patterns. It's not nearly as hard as you might think! Cal will teach you how to take proper measurements and create a pattern for a simple skirt with darts. Then take her Intermediate Sewing class to learn how to put it together. With these basics, you'll be on your way to creating a whole new wardrobe.
Learn how to:What You Will Learn:
What you’ll get:
Here’s what you’ll need:
Tools:
- pad or roll of paper at least 14″ wide (can be newsprint, drawing paper, etc.)
- pencil
- eraser
- sharpener
- scissors (for paper)
- ruler (ideally 2″x18″ clear plastic sewing ruler)
- tape measure
- clear tape
- Hip curve (or other curve tool)
Downloads:
- How to take accurate measurements
- Pattern mathematics
- Drafting a pattern
- Adding darts and shaping
- Cutting and labeling pattern pieces
What you’ll get:
- An easy-to-follow lesson on creating a pattern for an A-line skirt
- 9 HD video lessons you can access online anytime, anywhere
- Itemized supply list
- Step-by-step instruction by artist Cal Patch
- The ability to leave comments, ask questions and interact with other students



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Patternmaking Simplified: A-Line Skirt Reviews
270 users recommended this class to a friend
Melissa Miller
I've watched this video through several times. I'm phobic about anything mathematics related. I did it! I am prewashing my test fabric as I type this. Fingers crossed it goes as smoothly as the pattern!
March 24
ALICE De Angelis
Cal explains clearly and simply, it was fun and satisfying! FANTASTIC!
February 18, 2025