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What is on the back of a pattern envelope?
Mallory has a pattern and in it’s description it reads “for moderate knits only”. Included on the back of the envelope is a stretch guide. You align the edge of the fabric next to it and give it a stretch. If the fabric stretches to the end of the guide that fabric will work great.
What information will you find on a pattern envelope?
The pattern brand name, number and sizes are standard information on the front of the pattern envelope.
- Pattern Brand.
- Pattern Number.
- Pattern Size.
- Garment Style & Variations.
- Level of Difficulty (Not Pictured)
- Garment Description.
- Suggested Fabrics.
- Pattern Size Chart.
What is the size of a sewing pattern envelope?
A simple, stylish sewing pattern archive The envelopes are a little larger than A4 (36.5cm x 23cm / 14.4 in x 9.1in), with a side and top gusset, bags of room for your folded pattern pieces.
What do the lines on patterns mean?
Many patterns have a set of double lines running across the width of the piece, usually marked, “Lengthen or Shorten Here.” If you need to shorten the pattern (for a petite size), or lengthen it (for a taller size), these lines mark the best place to do so.
What does a dot on a pattern mean?
Dots. Dots are made in various sizes by the pattern companies. These must be marked onto your fabric. They indicate starting and stopping points for stitching, as well as points to match up markings for things like darts.
What do the markings on patterns mean?
Pattern markings for constructing your garment are there to indicate how the pattern pieces sew together. They can show how to distribute ease, create darts, where to gather and even which part of the garment you are working with.
Where does the pattern information go on a sewing pattern envelope?
Note: The sewing pattern envelope has standard information about the pattern on the front and back. The placement of this information varies by brand. You can see two examples below. This pattern has 3 style variations, labeled A, B, and C.
How can you tell if a pattern is easy or difficult?
In some cases you can tell by the style of the garment how easy or difficult a garment is. If the level of difficulty isn’t listed and you can’t tell by the style on the front of the sewing pattern envelope, take a quick look at the pattern’s line drawings and sewing instructions.
How do I know if a pattern fits my skill level?
If the instructions look too challenging or you find them too complicated to understand, you may want to choose a different pattern. You can also read the garment description on the back of the pattern to determine if the garment style fits your skill level. Next, let’s look at the back of the pattern envelope.
How many sizes are there in one envelope?
There are some patterns that have the entire size range in one envelope. But there are other patterns that have only 1-3 sizes in one envelope. Pay careful attention to these numbers to make sure you are buying the correct size range.