by Here_Fishey on Mon Sep 22, 2008 9:25 am
Welcome Nicole,
I am one of the people here that use the Pattern Master Boutique software. As far as I can tell, it works really well. As with any software, there is a learning curve. You also need to be able to sew up a pattern without any sewing directions, as these are "self-drafted" patterns, there are no directions. I suggest that if you go this way, to purchase a general purpose sewing book for reference. I use both Sandra Betzina's Power Sewing Step-by-Step (an oldie, but it can still sometimes be found on amazon) and Singer's The complete Sewing Reference. If you can, have someone help you to measure yourself. I had to measure myself, and I am still trying to get some of the measurements correct. I just finished a muslin for a pair of slacks, that if the fabric was not so horrid, I could actually wear out in public, and this was the first run for this style.
Ruby
Ruby
Missing Alaska