EASY way to draft a SIMPLE summer top! NON traditional method pattern making

Dear Sewing Friend, int his video I will show you my way of drafting a super simple and easy 1 hour Summer Top! This method is less confusing and works great for me, but it is NOT a traditional textbook method for patternmaking, SO it might not work for everyone! Please be aware of that, use old bedsheets before cutting into actual fabric, that's always the best way to go!

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xxx, Alisa

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[ThoughtfulCreativity]

Alrighty, here's the way I draft my super simple and easy summer top. I think the main idea that I wanted to achieve with this video besides drafting, as it is a non-traditional method, is to show you that you don't have to be scared of drafting - you just have to understand the way the measurements of your body work in terms of pattern drafting. I think a lot of us perceive drafting as a sacred art, which it is and it can be complicated, but it does not mean that we can't create something easy and simple ourselves! I hope this helps and encourages you to try, to experiment!

[slaveNo-]

I just love this woman, I could listen to her all day.

[Marialla.]

This would be such a great first project for any sewing class! I can imagine two dozen students all making the same basic shirt, but each giving it their own personal flair by fabric choices, embellishments, etc. and then all wearing their shirts to school at once. It would be so cool! Like a sewing class takeover!

[nourih]

This lovely lady is so talented . She tries her best to simplify the hardest part of sewing about everything n anything . Thank you, dear!

[judithburgess]

I never knew how simple it was to draft a pattern. Alisa has so much enthusiasm and convinces you that you can do it too!

[cfox]

I sewed the simple top
and added a ruffle to the armholes. You make the world a little happier. I accomplished something I never thought I could. You have very good skills at sewing and teaching Thank-you!

[Marialla.]

I'm sewing this first shirt now. Not surprised to find my (3X) proportions do not fit the simplified system very well, but it is still a good jumping-off place for me to begin from. Once I pinch and pin and adjust a little bit, find my favorite length etc. I will use the mock-up I'm making as my new pattern block from which to draft all the other shirts in this series! I'm learning good information about my basic shape and how to drape it, and I'm having fun.

[stargirl]

I just love the way you make everything about taking measurements to drafting patterns, really easy. Your videos gave me the impetus i needed to dive into making my own patterns. 💕💕💕

[cindycoven]

This is actually the best video I've seen to make a pattern. I hope you do lots more!

[lindawigilius]

As a total beginner at sewing clothes, so far I have tried your pants tutorial and do not get the crotch right. Got frustrated after 4 tries so I went on to your kimono. So simple, turned out great!

Then proceeded to this pattern and struggle a lot with your inches (work in cm) and I do have a very weired body…
Made the shirt and it looked like a tent with to small armholes, fit perfect over hip and bust but waist was way to floppy. Experimented with the garment and cut of more for the arms and sew in a bit here and there and tadaaa, a perfect t-shirt 😁

Thank you so much for your easy to follow instructions!❤️ never in a million years thought I would be able to sew clothes!

Found duvet covers for 4 dollars and out of that done 2 kimonos and 2 t shirts 😁 and made scrunchies from the incl pillowcase 😀

[priscillastrickland]

I just started sewing a few months ago and I have been wanting to make some clothing but the patterns I bought from the stores confuse the heck out of me. This video is amazing and really helped me to make my very first shirt!!! Thank you so much! I can't wait to watch more of your videos.

[thaisnails]

I ended up with 2 tops. The first one had some alterations that needed fixing: the front neck line was too big and the back neck line needed to be smaller. The alterations were easy to fix, and I made the alterations on the pattern and then recut a second top which came out so nice.

[mrgarner]

I am looking at some of my fabric 'stash'. Some pieces are smaller than others so I was thinking this might be just a great idea to make some quick summer tops. Because I am old, I seem to have forward sloping shoulders and the seam lines of some of my t-shirts seem to have 'moved' (LOL). I will need to make a slight alteration to the shoulder slope on my pattern.
I love that you are providing these detailed measurements and drafting them to paper. It is such a welcome thing for those who don't have the money for patterns and even the ready-to-wear garments but want to have something new to wear. Also, the pride in 'I did it myself'.
Beautiful job Alisa. You can do your 'Happy Dance'.

[tina]

I loved the way that the A- line shape omits the need for darts.

[daniellesimone]

I learned pattern-drafting years ago in Okinawa; it was far more complicated. Your way accomplishes the same goal but is much easier, with excellent results. Thank you for simplifying pattern-making!

[lindadechow]

Excellent, and I love your presentation. I have actually taken professional sewing classes and I have to say, I get so focused on doing things exactly so it's not fun, and I procrastinate. This is so darn easy, I can just pull out my material, draft my measurements and cut. Thank you, I love it. I am sharing this for my sewing friends, I think they will love it, too.

[nadjie]

Hi Alisa, I’m a newbie and I made a pattern and top by following this video! I love the top and I love how easy you made it! Thanks so much 💗💗💗

[chrisstockwell]

So easy to follow and very upbeat attitude. First day of watching but very impressed. Will be watching many more. I am not a young person (i'm 68) but your basic t shirt pattern can be used for any age. Thank you .

[nitaholder]

Although I love your tutorials, I just tune in to listen to your voice. It's soothing and relaxing. I could sit and listen to you all day long!😃

[StunningEmu]

I know this video is old but I want to thank you anways for making this video. I'm for sure going to make my pattern piece when I get home today.❤