 Patterns are an important part of the sewing process. I love to browse through the pattern books at the fabric store and now, with technology, we can browse online too! Lately I have been sewing a lot of indie patterns. When you purchase a pattern from an online store you now have the option to download a printed copy from some companies. This saves you time, sort of. You still need to print and assemble. I recommend you assemble the pattern on a dining table. At first I tried using the floor and then a coffee table. That didn't work well. Then I found my grove in assembling the pattern pages. I clear off my sewing table for the task. It's just a rectangular table I found at IKEA, but a dining table would work just fine. My sewing table measures 31" wide and 63" long just to give you an idea. But by all means use what you have! Assemble the pages according to the pattern instructions. I line up 1 row at a time and tape each page with scotch tape. Then I add another row. Then another row until all of the pages have been taped together. Using paper scissors cut out each pattern according to the size you decided to make. There is usually an option to download a large printer format copy to send to your print shop. Personally I haven't printed any that way yet. I use the print and assemble method.  There are many wonderful indie pattern companies. Here are my favorite so far: For this 2-part video sewing project I chose the Uvita Top by Itch to Stitch. It's a free download you can find here: https://itch-to-stitch.com/product/uvita-top-digital-sewing-pattern-pdf/. This week we're focusing on the pattern and sewing preparation tips. Next week I will post the sew along video so you can see the whole process from start to finish. This is a simple dropped shoulder pattern that requires a 2-4 way stretch knit. Do not use this pattern for a woven fabric as it just won't fit well. The cool thing about this pattern is you have the option to buy a companion which offers a lot of options. There's an option to add patch pockets, kangaroo pocket, hood, and sleeve variations. And it's only $5! Here's the link for the add-on pattern: https://itch-to-stitch.com/product/uvita-top-add-on-digital-sewing-pattern-pdf/ SOFTWARE REQUIREMENT: You will need to use Adobe Reader to print the pattern. It's a free software program you can download. Some pattern companies allow you to print only the size you need so you don't have so many confusing sizing lines to work around. Read your pattern instructions carefully. Adobe instructions are usually included. Make sure that you choose “Actual Size” or scale to 100% in the print dialog box. Select “Auto portrait/landscape” or “Auto Rotate and Center” under Orientation. Here are the steps I take when I use any pattern:
Be sure to respect the terms of use by each pattern company. You may not sell or distribute the pattern or instructions in their digital or printed form. If your friends or family would like to have a copy, please refer them to the company's web site. Be sure to watch the video below to get step by step instructions how do use a pdf pattern. Also be sure to like and subscribe to my channel! Happy Sewing! Penni * Affiliate Link
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