What is Truing? How to True Seams on Patterns ✨ This Skill Got Me Into Central Saint Martins

DON'T SKIP THIS STEP! At some point, you'll find out if your pattern can be sewn together correctly. And it's much easier to true your joining seams and adjust the pattern now. Then, try and fix your sample after you've cut the fabric later. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN Truing is the process of checking the length and intersections (corners) of all your joining seams. And, it's the best way to see if you've made a mistake. 00:00 - Intro 00:58 - Why Truing Matters 01:32 - What is Truing 03:02 - 3 Ways to True Your Pattern 05:32 - Should Seams Be Same Length? 07:47 - 2 Tips to Avoid Mistakes 08:52 - Check & Fix Seam Corners CENTRAL SAINT MARTINS COURSE 😢 I wanted to added a link to the course I took, but they don't offer it anymore!!! This is such a shame as it was the only advanced pattern making course I could find - and I had to move to London to take it. 10 STEP PATTERN CHECKLIST ✔ Click on my the link below, subscribe to my newsletter* and I'll email you the 10 Step Pattern Checklist I use to check my patterns. https://www.cliqdpatternkits.com/ *I PROMISE not to send you lots of emails. Just the occasional update when I release a new product. WATCH NEXT 🎥🍿 - Industry Pattern Drafting Tips https://youtu.be/IluwPYNkHEk - What I Tell My Fashion Students https://youtu.be/1BWiIXHRsS0 - My Design-Led Approach to Draft Flared Skirts https://youtu.be/eJMMnAweLbQ CAN'T GET ENOUGH? 💕 Become a member to get access to exclusive Member's Only videos & the Director's Cut of my regular video