Struggling with Sewing Patterns in Tissue Paper?
Sick of Getting just one use out of Store-bought patterns ?
Discover the Secret of How the pros do it.

If you're looking at this Pattern Drafting Paper, chances are...

• You're learning pattern making, and you need some for class.
• You've been using tissue paper patterns, and you're struggling with them.
• You're sick & tired of fragile sewing patterns that doesn't last beyond the first use - then promptly turn into tatters!

Feeling disappointed because you can't get more than a single use out of your store-bought tissue patterns? You're not alone...


Most of us have expereienced this - fragile tissue paper patterns can be near impossible to manage. That means LOTS of cursing at your cutting table - and you haven't even started sewing yet!




What if sewing patterns could be  easier to use - and last more than once?


No more "damn" moments when they tear, and NEVER have to tame another Tissue Monster (pictured left) - ever again?

Often the hard part is to come up with exactly the right material, for the right job, at the right price.

Of course, there is no shortcut to become an accomplished patternmaker...

But the first step in creating professional result is having the right materials on hand.

The Secret Ingredient of solving your tissue pattern headaches is this "Proper" Pattern Drafting Paper (with Dots & Crosses).

Simply trace sewing patterns then pop it staright back to the packet. No more tissue monsters!







Here's a little bit of insider information...

Having worked for a decade or so behind the scene in the clothing industry, I was formally trained as a Fashion Designer - and later spent 10 years teaching others the joy of sewing. I like to share insider tricks, and I believe in doing things properly.

Now, let me share a little confession...

Just like you, sometime us fashion designers (who should know better and CAN make patterns from scratch) have been known to take the short cut in purchasing a Vogue pattern or two (GASP!) - simply because we are so time-poor - when it comes to making something (quickly) for ourselves to wear.

That means I can honestly say I know your pain. Tissue patterns aren't my freinds either.

Especially because I (and for a lot of others) fall between sizes with non-standard measurments on chest / waist / hips, there is ALWAYS a need to adjust store-bought patterns.

And this is when the headaches begin. I realise mucking around with multi-size tissue paper patterns really ISN'T saving me much time - or sanity. In any case, I actually prefer to KEEP my patterns instead of cutting it up so that I can use it again and again.


So this is the method I actually use myself.
Now You Can, too.






No doubt you've already found out.....

Why working with store-bought pattern is such a PAIN...

• So fragile you're struggling to use it without destroying it
  
• Won't fold back into the envelopes (now you have a storage problem)
• Not getting your money's worth because it doesn't last!
  

Think About it...

Most sewing patterns (such as McCall's, Butterick, Simplicity & Vogue) come with multiple sizes, AND different versions / length and design variations.

This means you SHOULD be able to make half-a-dozen garments in various sizes and styles from ONE pattern. 

By tracing whatever you need, as you need it, you WILL maximise that one sewing pattern and make outfits for your friends and family too!




The full name of this paper is called "Dot-and-Cross Pattern Making Paper".

It's easy to see how it gets its name :-)







Let's see what you get...

Each pack contains 1220 mm (48") wide x 3 m - neatly folded up ready to go!

That's enough to make quite a few garments!







So, How Does this Patternmaking Paper Help?

To understand how pattern making paper can help,
First let's look at what happens when you DON'T use it.....




Regardless what sort of garments you make - from basic skirt to tailored three-piece suit - the more accurate you are with cutting, the easier you garment will come together.

That means you'll have a much easier - and enjoyable - time sewing the garment up (rather than having to fiddle and fudge with inaccurate notches and seam allowances).

Cutting your fabric out using flimsy tissue paper is not easy..... because cutting your tissue paper pattern by itself is tricky enough in the first place!

You may have already snipped and chumped off bits here and there when you cut them out - it's not your fault - this is impossible to avoid because the pattern itself has been printed on such fragile paper.

And, if your pattern pieces aren't accurate to begin with, how can your fabric pieces be accurate at all...?


Instead, simply trace your pattern pieces onto the pattern making paper, and then cutting them out (leaving the tissue paper pattern intact).

And just use your freshly traced version :-)

This way you will have a set of clean-cut pattern pieces - with nice sharp edges - that are sturdy enough to use again and again, and also fine enough to put your pins through - so pinning them onto your fabric is a breeze!




And the most important thing is -
Making your own clothes is supposed to be FUN, remember?








Have a Closer Look and Compare the Quality...



Let's talk about paper quality here....

The unit is called "gsm" -  Grams per Square Meter.
This denotes the weight of the paper.



To give you a better idea, let's compare paper weight:

• Standard Copier / Printer Paper is generally 80 gsm.
• Tissue Pattern Paper weights around 10 - 15 gsm.
• Brown Pattern Cardboard (Oak Tag) is about 200 gsm.
• Our  Dot-and-Cross Patternmaking Paper is  45 gsm .
  

Not too heavy, Not too light :-)




Why is the GSM important?

Because knowing the weight will tell you a few things about the paper itself.


See, here are some patterns made with the brown cardboard, and tissue paper....


Think about YOUR ideal paper for pattern making.

You want it to be:

• See-through enough for tracing
• Fine enough for pins to go through effortlessly
• Durable enough to withstasnd repeating folding and pinning
• Has enough body to maintain a crisp, sharp edge over time
• Light weight enough to be cut and folded easily

Since photo copy paper isn't very see through, tissue paper is way too fragile, and pattern making cardboard (oak tag) is bulky and difficult to store for the average household....

You will find this Dot-and-Cross Pattermaking Paper an excellent all-rounder .
 


Your store-bought patterns will last much longer - and you will NEVER have to struggle with tissue monsters, EVER again!





That means you can probably have some fun with your now-retired tissue patterns.....




Keen to Try it for yourself?





Grab yours now and you can experience:

• Pattern cutting like a pro - No More Struggle.
• Save Time and Get your project done - already!
  
• Do it Right in the first place - so you can Avoid headaches :-)
• A sense of achievement , because you've solved your own problem.
• No Frustration - all Enjoyment during your Precious Me-time!
  
• Be proud and tell everyone: "I made this!"
  

Simply  Click The Add To Cart Button To Get Yours Now!