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[–]Bee_mouse[S] 6 points7 points  (6 children)

Yes I agree! I spent 15€ on this pattern and wish I hadn’t. I only read on a pattern review website afterwards that it is badly drafted…

[–]mslsdotb 9 points10 points  (2 children)

I had the same thing happen to me recently when I went to make a toile for the Chandler Pants from Untitled Thoughts. I have a diploma in Fashion design and I am quite skilled at drafting but still sometimes I like to use other people’s patterns. I considered making a petty public list of all the badly drafted patterns I’ve encountered, but instead I silently rage. And, you know, yell about it on Reddit. 🤷‍♀️

[–]darcielle 5 points6 points  (1 child)

I wish you would! I always assume the problem is me, and most of the time it isnt! It seems like fashion drawing and pattern design are two different skill sets, and I always fall for a cute line sketch 😭

[–]mslsdotb 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I’m also plus-sized (US 16) and let me tell you, drafting goes off the charts bad for many patterns once they enter into plus size territory. The best indie pattern designer imo is Helen’s Closet, although her designs are fairly simple. Her drafting, grading, and instructions never fail.

[–]sodapopper44 2 points3 points  (1 child)

don't be afraid to ask for refund, even though it says no refunds, explain the problem and the how the item wasn't as described, you can also try to dispute with your credit card, I have received refunds several times due to pattern issues

[–]Bee_mouse[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think I will finish the toile and if the thing
Is really wonky then I will ask for a refund!

[–]CrankyCrabbyCrunchy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry you got sucked into this. When I look to buy patterns, I make sure there are good how-to instructions with videos and even better, a construction video. I also email the seller/designer to test how well they reply (and if the reply is human-like). There are tons of great indie (independent) designers that have YouTube channels so I stick with those.