I often offer help to my subscribers here on my blog, so if you have any questions about techniques or styles you would like help with then just let me know!

One of my subscribers has asked for help in deciding the best method to create the shape at the front of this dress.

The best way to create this shape is by modelling directly onto the dress stand, that is, if you are creating this shape from scratch to your own design. Simply take your fabric and apply it to the dress stand and be as creative as you like. However there is another method you can use.

If you would like to create a shape similar to this one using a flat pattern cutting technique the the following method will help you.

I would create this shape in two sections and seam at the waist…

I hope this helps you create some interesting shapes!

Happy pattern making,

Nicola

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