Discover published sets by community

A foundational technique used to create the upper body portion of a garment. It involves pinning and shaping fabric on a dress form to establish fit and style lines.

Involves manipulating fabric around a dress form to create different types of skirts, from a-line to full circle skirts, with attention to grain lines and hemlines.

Creates flowing, draped necklines or bodices by manipulating fabric on the bias to create volume and fluidity.

Crafting sleeves with excess fabric to create a draped effect, ranging from subtle to dramatic, depending on the design.

Involves cutting fabric on the bias (45-degree angle) to create garments that cling softly to the body, offering greater stretch and movement.

Utilizes tucks to create controlled fullness and shape in garments, often used for detailing on bodices, sleeves, and waistlines.

Inspired by ancient Greek garments, this technique involves elegantly draping fabric to create fluid, classical silhouettes, often with asymmetrical designs.

A method of folding fabric in pleats to add texture and dimension to a garment, commonly used in skirts and dresses.

Named after designer Mariano Fortuny, this is a meticulous pleating technique that creates a delicate, crinkled texture in silk and other fine fabrics.

A collar that is created by draping fabric in folds around the neckline, adding an element of elegance and sophistication to the garment.

Fabric layers draped over a base garment to add depth, volume, or decorative elements like a cape or flowy panel.

A technique that gathers fabric in a repeating pattern to create texture and emphasize body contours, often used in evening wear.

Involves twisting fabric before draping to create interesting focal points and textures, particularly effective on the bodice or hip area.

Creates a waterfall-like effect with fabric flowing down in ripples, commonly used for adding drama to skirts and gowns.

This involves tying knots in fabric to create texture and visual interest; this can be structural or purely decorative.

A technique that adds volume to a garment by creating a 'balloon' effect with fabric, often used at hems or to create puffy sleeves.

Multiple rows of gathered fabric which provide elasticity and shape, often used for cuffs, bodice sides, and back panels.

Fabric is gathered and secured to create a bubbled effect, which adds playful volume and can be used for hemlines and sleeves.

A technique that creates an uneven or diagonal layout across the body, often leading to modern and dynamic garment designs.