We're not talking the vegetable variety here ;)
Do you always strictly follow patterns or do you change things?
I sometimes even do half of 2 patterns and mash them together!
As an easy option you can buy patterns that offer heaps of alternatives and add-ons in them already. You can find heaps of examples at Patterns Only.
Design Your Own patterns.
This gorgeous pattern offers 3 bodice, 2 closure and 2 length variations, so you have heaps of options.
It has even more variations with 4 skirt and 2 bodice options and even includes a piping tutorial. Imagine how many variations you could make!
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Another pattern that is easily changed is the McKensie Dress from Nanoo Designs. You can add or omit pockets and panels for different looks :
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There are even these shorts patterns you can change to suit
both boys and girls! Like these:
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I think my last pattern could well be the poster child for mashing up patterns! {It even has the words in it's title! haha}
It is a fabulous base design and you can add some or all of the featured techniques to make a different look each and every time you make it :)
Next week we might look at Mashing 2 differnt patterns! If you'd like to see something in particular leave us a comment and we will try to help!
And of course, if you have made a mash up of some Patterns Only patterns or even using some Oz Material Girls fabrics we'd love to see them!
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