What “KNOTS”
Innovative, fun draping is part of the essence of fashion design. Every now and then a style surfaces that lends itself to manipulation in a way that allows designers to incorporate the idea into their own pieces; the twist knot is one such design. However, fashioning (hehe) this drape is no walk in the park. There’s a lot of information online, but none that I found actually explained effectively how to draft the pattern for this design.
Eventually, I decided to experiment, use my own knowledge of draping, and rely on logic to get the result I was looking for. I had several failed attempts (hehe), but each attempt allowed me to see the flaws in my planning, so the effort wasn’t a waste.
The first draft of the skirt had a “boomerang-shaped” side piece for the knot that bunched nastily when I threaded it through. I worked out that the piece had to be cut straight. The new straight piece worked like a charm.
The top required a lot more work. I made the top multiple times before deciding to slash and spread the pattern at the knot point and divide it along the knot line. The final result in the image below is okay, but I still want to adjust the pattern so that the neck area is less exposed and the facing doesn’t fall behind the knot (because it makes the knot a little too bulky). That said, I think I’ve achieved the “look” I’m after.
Now I think I can turn these designs into digital patterns for my pattern range. What do you think??? 🤔
Images and video are my own shot using my iPad and manipulated using InShot Video and Art Studio.
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It is so stylish and very flattering @itsostylish! You must have loads of patience, but the end result is so worth it, gorgeous! I love the colours you used, very pretty.
I’m so glad you like my pastel colors. I get a bunch of flack over my love of pale shades, especially pinks. Most serious designers like black and grey because those colors are dramatic. Unfortunately, I can’t change who I am and what I prefer. 🤗❤️🤗❤️💕💕💕❤️
This is so cool, @itsostylish! I wish I had your skill with fabrics and patterns. I love how these knotted garments turned out!
I’m so glad you like my crazy @jayna ❤️💕😁😁😁🤗
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Love this look!
I actually tie an old jersey around my waist to look like this skirt :)
If you wouldn't mind dropping the link to the pattern here when it's uploaded, please?
Now you must upload images of how you tie that jersey to look like a knotted top! That’s so cool!
I assume that you’re a size small from your pics so I made a personalised PDF downloadable pattern for you. You asked for it so now I expect to see you upload a garment that you’ve made form these digital files I’ve made for you! Hehe! 😜
You sent me pics of yourself since you’re not smoking. Are you keeping it up? I haven’t had a cigarette in 42 days. Yay. I’m looking better
Here are is your pattern to download:
https://itsostylish.com/Knot/
Good lords and ladies, woman!!
I can't sew. Yet ;)
Actually have it on today!! :D
2 mins please
Here ya go.
Not as slick as yours 😔
But still... it covers my old ass ;)
No. I relapsed at a smoker friend's house when I stayed there for a few days. And now I gotta stop again 🙄
I havet started again with the full on though. But it does seem to accelerate...
It's better not smoking. Stick with it and marvelous. Well done!! It stinks. And it sucks.
Proud of you!!!
And look at you :)
You're beautiful ❤️💥😊
Your pattern
You're amazing! Thank you!!! 😀
This is a contract. You asked me to make a sewing pattern for you. I except you to make the garment and I will follow up!
Oh gods
Okay!
Let me just fix my laptop, fix my car, find steady part time work so I can be here more, finish the blanket for my daughter (yeah. I LEARNED TO KNIT!), find a new home because shit got weird here (stupid boys will be boys again), stop smoking (!!!), launch the t-shirt stall (finally), do the housework and laundry, get yoga fit again, feed the child and sort my taxes out! 😎
And then I shall learn to sew!
Hey... these would be gorgeous in a knit btw. I'd be more than happy to drop ship them for you off my website as well.
I'm really honored by your gift, you amazing woman. I've bookmarked it (twice!) because I shall use it!
And thank you :) ❤️
Anytime you’d like to live in a real house and have a life let me know. You’d be welcome to
Otherwise, don’t do shit you won’t b proud of
And I’d send you real great stock for your stall free of charge
Nope. No free rides.
When you hear more about why I think you'll understand ❤️
But thank you :)
I’m so disappointed in you
On we go.
Hope you're okay.
Why would you ask me to give you a sewing pattern that you have no way of sewing?
Because I actually do want to start a knit range :)
Hooded scarves and ponchos first. 👍🏼
Something like this would be gorgeous. And I literally do wear this jersey almost daily. #truestory
The range to be called "Pippins".
And to be super duper high quality.
But that... will have to wait until this part is sorted. If that is possible. And I'm beginning to wonder now. Liddle bit!
The godmother of my first born owns Ancient Spirit. Was called Yin back in the day. Liezel.
She started an empowerment project out in Riebeek Kasteel. Gave women in the area crochet needles and wool. Taught them to knit garments. And exported them all over.
She made beautiful things and did good work for the community.
All individually hand knitted. All beautiful and unique. I actually looked her up just the other day, but she was my first ex husband's friend more than mine so thought to leave it.
I was looking at a farm cottage in Riebeek and thought she may be able to help me get some work.
And...
I was going to ask her if she'd produce the hooded scarves and ponchos for me on order :)
Looking to make money now so...
Trying to find your feet after a shitstorm like this, as a single woman in these times on the move?
Um... no. Not really. People are fucking feral at the moment 👀 It's like a season of the Walking Dead and most of the good folk are hiding!
Need money. Must hustle. Grew up with clothing because dad. This will be a part of it for sure. It feels like home...
First tee samples are en route as we type
I made 400 000 /per year outta my range o& clothing. There’s nothing you can tell me.
Are you actually angry?
What's up?
I'll drop my number on WA if you'd like to talk.
Ah
I see now.
I actually meant the link to the pattern on your website, so I could refer to it in the future if I got to that stage
You made this pattern as a sale?!
An order?!
No. I can't afford to buy anything right now.
This was a misunderstanding then. I thought you sent that as a gift.
Let's do this then. As I would've done if I'd bought it off your website.
I'll pay you if and when I use it.
My plan is part time work, try and get some tee sales going and then... and only then (!) working on a knit range.
Sorry for the misunderstanding.
Usually an order note and payment happens before delivery.
But I'll cover you if I use it.
What a confusing thread. And a pity:(
Bit sad now. Left me feeling uneasy and nervous.
Let's take some space and reboot.
Sending warmth, I. ❤️
p.s. This is why I loathe business!
It was sent as a gift. My concern is why you asked for it in the first place considering that you have no way of sewing it. That made me sad!
Ah... then thank you!
Because I spend all of my tike making stuff. And building stuff. Keeps me busy.
And because I'm moving more into making with my hands again.
So I keep stuff listed to get around to making. And an actual skirt instead of a jersey would be cool to have. Have some designs in mind myself as well for ponchos snd wraps.
Just That 👆🏼
Keeping it simple.
Best way forward in chaotic times!
Thanks again, sorry to disappoint and take care of yourself, I.
Only ❤️. Really.
Wow this is so beautiful, I wish I have one and the colors are so flash, I know must have gone through a lot of stress sorry but is normal thing, I definitely love it
oh wow, you're amazing, my Stylish. So freakin' talented!! I can't wait to meet you for real one day hehe. !LUV you 🥰💗
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Ah, wonderful, a pattern you've worked out yourself - it's always nice when you get something like that right by trying it out and adapting it. Well done!
At some point I had the problem of wanting to sew something triangular into a dress and had to play origami to solve the puzzle of how to make the seams match up well and neatly (and not create super thick seams).
Here, have a look, I've started a channel where I publish my sewing projects. I'd be delighted if you took a look :)
https://www.youtube.com/@real_time_sewing
I love to fiddle and work things out. Thanks to reading ❤️💕
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