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SEWING PATTERN:11 LISTS OF INFORMATION YOU NEED TO UNDERSTAND(Part-1).

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Before we dive into the knowledge of the Eleven(11) Lists of information you need to understand on a sewing pattern envelope; let us quickly look at what a sewing pattern envelope is in simple terms.  WHAT IS A SEWING PATTERN ENVELOPE? A Sewing pattern envelope is a product package envelope that contain a printed A0 pattern paper sheet and sewing guide inside the envelope. A sewing pattern envelope is like every other product package and It has product information about the garment-style picture that is display on the front Cover of the envelope. The product information will help you to understand the garment style pattern that is inside the envelope  just like a grocery (a.k.a provision) product information helps you to understand the content of the package.  So I will be explaining the Eleven(11) Lists of information below so that when next you place an order for a sewing pattern online or whether you want to make a physical purchase at a local Tailoring accessories/Fabric store

SEWING PATTERN: WHAT IS IT?

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A sewing pattern is a paper template usually white or brown in color from which the part of a garment-style are traced onto another working-paper before being used to cut out the fabric and assemble together by sewing. There are two major types of sewing Patterns in the Garment Construction Field which are the foundational patterns such as a block pattern (used in industrial production) or Sloper pattern (used in Bespoke/DIY home sewing) and the Commercial Patterns (A finished graded garment pattern). BLOCK VS SLOPER PATTERN? A Block pattern (used in industrial production) is a foundation pattern constructed to fit an average figure. The average measurements of women/men/children are obtained by clothing manufacturers from sizing surveys while A Sloper pattern (used in Bespoke/DIY home sewing) is a custom-fitted, foundation/basic pattern constructed to fit an individual personal size. It has enough ease-allowance for you to be able to breathe. A designer/Tailor/Dressmaker/Home Sew