Garment Designer Tutorials

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To assist you in learning how to use Garment Designer, we have prepared a series of Training Videos. To use these, click on the title of the video you would like to watch. Once the html page opens, click on the arrow in the window to start the video. When you are through, click on the Back arrow in your Browser to return to this page which shows you the listing of videos.

We are working on additional tutorials, so please check back to see what has been added to this collection.

Overview of Garment Designer Length: 2:22
This video provides a quick overview of how Garment Designer works.

Choosing Styles Length: 4:03
Here you will learn how to choose styles in Garment Designer and how to estimate and control the amount of fit in a given garment style.

Prepping a Pattern for Sewing Length: 3:26
Learn how to prepare a pattern for sewing by adding hems, facings, seam allowances, etc. You will also see how to calculate how much yardage you will need to make the garment.

Pattern Smarts #1: Squaring Off Angles Length: 4:12
This video shows you the technique of "squaring-off" angles of the pattern where two pieces will be joined by a seam.

Pattern Smarts #2: Armhole/Sleeve Relationships Length: 4:28
Be amazed at how Garment Designer can take over the challenging parts of patternmaking, by building the sleeve to fit your armhole.

Add-Ons to Garment Designer

Style Sets Length: 2:40
An overview of what Style Sets are and how they are installed.

Couture Totes: Plug-in to Garment Designer or Standalone Program Length: 2:29
A quick overview of the Couture Totes option for Garment Designer. This is a collection of twelve tote bags, each modeled after a fashion style. Sizes S,M,L. Manual includes sewing instructions and knitting/crochet tips.Enjoy also a quick slideshow of the twelve styles found in Couture Totes.

Holiday Collection Length: 3:29
A quick overview of the Holiday Collection option for Garment Designer. This is a collection of various items to make for the holidays, including a wine gift bag, stockings, casserole carriers, tote bag, tree skirt, mantle cover, etc. Sizes S,M,L. Manual includes sewing instructions and knitting/crochet tips.