“The DIYcouture collection consists of twelve simple, classic pieces that can be almost endlessly re-invented.”
DIY Couture, London publishes sewing patterns to die for!! DIY Couture patterns feature simple visual instructions (no sewing patterns!) doing away with having to learn to read and cut patterns the old fashioned way. Making it accessible for even the non-sewer to try their hand at making their own clothes. Every single item above is sewable by you! Get inspired! Get off your computers! Handcraft your own heirloom garments while supporting the “slow revolution”. OMG! Heart it!! Here are my samples for Gathered Dress and Pleated Skirt.
Single Patterns are $14
Two Patterns are $25
Three Patterns are $35
Full Collection http://www.diy-couture.co.uk/collection.html
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OMG! Heart » DIY Couture: Gathered Dress
[…] is the Flared Dress version with straight bodice as seen on Pages 16-17 and Page 47 of the book. More about DIY Couture UK. Width: Chest 22 inches, Hem 27 inches Height: Chest 8 inches, Body 21 inches (Total: 29 inches) […]
OMG! Heart » PIP: DIY Couture Pleated Skirt
[…] Here’s a prototype of the Pleated Skirt that I’m currently working on. Sometimes called a muslin or toile. It starts as 2 rectangles, lots of marking and pinning for the pleats, sewing of the pleats, joining the two main skirt pieces together on the side, leaving a slit for the zipper, then cutting and sewing the waistband (2 more rectangles). A total of 4 rectangles! Hemming the skirt edge is also required for finishing. So far the measuring, cutting, and marking were the most intensive for this pattern. More about DIY Couture UK […]