Pattern Layout on Solid Fabrics
This is an introductory lesson and part of our pattern layout series. Here we are using a solid cotton fabric and a straight skirt pattern with a waistband. You will learn how to place and then cut your skirt and learn the importance of fabric grain, which is critical to the fit of a garment.
For more on pattern layouts for different types of fabrics view: Pattern Layout On Vertical Stripe Fabric, Pattern Layout On All Over Print Fabrics, Pattern Layout On One-Way Print Fabrics, Pattern Layout On Horizontal Stripe Fabrics, Pattern Layout On Plaid & Check Fabric, Pattern Layout On Napped Fabrics, Pattern Layout On Satin & Shine Fabrics and Pattern Layout On Engineered Print Fabrics.
| Module | Description | Step |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lesson Prep | 1-3 |
| 2 | Fabric Grain & Pattern Layout | 1-6 |
| 3 | Measuring the Grain & Pinning the Pattern | 1-5 |
| 4 | Cutting Out the Pattern | 1-4 |
| 5 | Marking the Darts & Final Steps | 1-6 |
MODULE 1 • Lesson Prep
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | For this lesson, I’m using a solid fabric that is 60” (152.4cm) wide. |
| 2 | The first thing that I do, is identify the right side of my fabric, which I place on the inside. |
| 3 | Then, on the wrong side of the fabric, I place an X near the selvage. |
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