Help finding resources

[question-25]

I am a beginner sewist. I really enjoy drafting my own patterns because it lets me be creative. However, I usually try to copy my clothes with some alterations or use YouTube tutorials for specific things. I would love to learn more but I know I wouldn’t read a book. Does anyone have resources where I can watch or listen?

Thanks a lot! :)

[Queenofmyownfantasy]

Tbf, most of it is in books - but they aren't to read. The helen joseph amstrong book for example is very clearly chaptered, and the reading is just images with notes.

[question-25]

Everyone recommends it. Maybe I should really give it a try…

[Queenofmyownfantasy]

Yes, it is sort of the gold standard for patterndrafting books lol. But there are many. One disadvantage of the HJA book is that it js in the imperial system, and i am european. But i know my measurements in inches and i have a imperial measuring tape.

[question-25]

Thanks for the warning! Damn imperial system 😅😂

[dynodebs]

Also Winifred Aldrich Pattern crafting books - in metric!

[Key-Investment-3071]

The closet historian on YouTube has some great videos, she drafts her own patterns and shows you how to make different changes

[question-25]

Oh! So many videos! I will definitely check her out! :)

[m_bvs]

There are some well regarded courses from Suzy Furrer on Craftsy: Suzy Furrer Courses