JMD E- Patterns List

Vintage Look, Modern Fit

Many of my patterns are inspired by true vintage and antique garments. Unless otherwise noted, my patterns are drafted to be worn on a modern figure without the need for vintage shapewear.

As our bodies are all unique, most people do need to make some adjustments to a pattern for best fit. When noted in the pattern description, an illustrated fitting guide is included with a JMD e-pattern.

About My Pattern Production:

I draft, true, and grade my patterns using a professional fashion-specific CAD software (not affiliated) for accuracy and use a separate sloper for each size range for improved fit. Trueing seams and assessing fit occurs throughout the pattern drafting and sewing process. (Patterns that are also tested through a pattern testing call will be noted).

Straight and plus-size patternmaking is a passion of mine! After my initial pattern blocks were drafted and went through 2 rounds of pattern testing, I spent approximately 6 months improving the fit of my separately drafted straight and plus-size blocks. (Pattern blocks are a foundational base pattern). This process included an additional 2 rounds of pattern-specific testing and 2 rounds of fit-specific testing. It was a lot of work, but it was worth it to have a deeper understanding of both straight and plus-size fitting and pattern drafting!

I did not pursue a fashion degree; however, I do utilize several fashion industry textbooks and resources (among others). Sewing is another one of my passions and I have over twelve years of sewing experience. A link to my resource list can be found here.

Plus-Size Patternmaking

Plus-size patternmaking is a passion of mine and one of my goals is to incorporate fit, comfort, and interesting designs equally across both of my straight (Marian: 0-16) and plus-size friendly (Guinevere: 14-32) size-ranges. I do try to keep each design as similar as possible across both size ranges, but there may be some small adjustments for best fit.

After a lot of research, study, and testing for both of my size-ranges, some steps that JMD has taken to be more size-inclusive include:

-Working and grading from a plus-size friendly block (base pattern) for sizes 14-32 that was drafted and fitted specifically for and tested by plus-size sewists

-Including Cup Sizes A-G/H

-Offering two bicep options

-When noted in the e-pattern description, including a Fitting Guide and/or side closures

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Please feel free to contact me at jmd@joseonmoderndesigns.com if you have any suggestions, feedback, or concerns.

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