Pattern(name,trace....)

Tracing a pattern block

Adding seam allowances to pattern block

In this lesson we shall learn to add seam allowances to a pattern block.

Rotating a pattern block

Some times it is a good idea to rotate a pattern block so that it is better fit onto the printout page. In this lesson we learn to save on paper by applying command rotate to pattern blocks.

Ease allowance button

What does the ease allowance button do?

Simple Bag Pattern Drafting

Drafting a simple bag, with changeable width, height, and side.

Grading

Redrafting instead of grading a pattern. Size measurements button in the panel.

Small Printout

Sewist offers an option to print out a small preview of a pattern, so that you can glue a mini garment together and estimate your design decisions.

Printing out pattern in real size

Sewist offers export into various PDF formats.

Changing the position of pieces of sewing pattern before printout

Sometimes the software offers a layout variant that may seem not ideal to you. In this case you can change the position of pattern pieces and generate a PDF file that will use less sheets or will be more convenient to cut out.

Printing with and without seam allowances

Learn to generate PDF patterns with and without seam allowances.