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For the musical ‘Waitress’ I was asked to make

For the musical ‘Waitress’ I was asked to make a full figured uniform pattern. Now, I love to be challenged when it comes to patternmaking, especially fit-wise 😊
I started by making a pattern according to the measurements given and made a fit sample. Since we don’t grow proportionally and ‘shape’ is not the same thing as ‘measurements’, I prefer doing most the fitting on the model itself. While fitting the sample I could cut and pin the balance (front length vs back length) on the body. Then adjust the pattern accordingly and off to the sewing room ✂️✂️✂️ where they made the final uniform-costume to look exactly the same as the other two uniforms 👌🏽

As the musical story goes, these women and their friendship, stand up against an abusive marriage.
But to me it felt as it was a celebration of women in all shapes and sizes at the same time 🙏💞

#costumepatterns #patternmaking #patternfitting #patterndesign #costumedesign #waitressmusical

Development of a male corset! - It all started wi

Development of a male corset!
- It all started with bringing a male mannequin into the house. Oh yes!
- To meet the actors measurements I added some padding around the waist.
- Then I could play with pinning, moving, cutting, drawing to see where the cut seams need to sit and the overall shape.
- When satisfied, and markings in place, I used these ‘pattern pieces’ to make a fit sample to fit on the actor.
- Fit adjustment -> add length: cutting the pattern open at the waist and spreading.
- Handed over the final pattern to the sewing team. They did a fantastic job on sewing, adding boning for structure and funky embellishments for the Vavoom factor!

#patterndraping #patterndesign #patternmaking #moulage #mouleren #franknfurter #rockyhorrorshow #costume

Absolutely LOVED working on this corset for #frank

Absolutely LOVED working on this corset for #frankenfurter at the #rockyhorrorshow. It was the first time I made a male corset pattern and the first time to see the show.
Fun, empowering and a celebration of difference! If you ever have a chance to go see this show, don’t miss it!

#patterndesign #draping #rockyhorrorpictureshow #patternmaking #corset #costume #costumedesign

From drafting, to fitting, to altering, to Vavoom

From drafting, to fitting, to altering, to Vavoom SHE’S ROCKING IT ON STAGE! #whitechristmasmusical

I know this was a month ago already and that we’re way past Xmas, but I was a bit offline for awhile so just catching up 😇

Fit alterations:
- pinched out some access fabric, curving the strap, for it to sit smoother on the upper arm.
- the front darts, that are worked in the cut seam, were to deep (see draglines), but measurements were OK. Therefore I reduced the dart width in the cut seam but removed this amount of width at the front panel side seam
- added length to meet the ground

#costumedesign #costumepatternmaking

As I’m celebrating the last day of this adventur

As I’m celebrating the last day of this adventurous year in Las Vegas I’m thinking back on 2024
What a year it was…

• In January I closed the doors of @zandpand behind me. A place where I worked with fabulous, creative, inspiring people including the most fun companion whom I started Zandpand with @vandijck82 (you’ve made me laugh so hard)
—> but new adventures where awaiting

• In February I finished working as a digital pattern design teacher at @mbocollege_hilversum
—> as new adventures were awaiting

• In March we packed up our house, said goodbye to family & friends and had many goodbye parties
—> as new adventures were awaiting

• In April we moved for two years to the USA
—> ready to make new adventures

And sure we did! Traveled east coast, west, Florida and Midwest and now here…enjoying the contrast of Vegas craziness and Grand Cayon peacefulness.

Whilst living here I worked as a pattern designer for theater costumes and will continue doing so as I loved it!

But as 2025 is approaching I am also trying to lay the puzzle pieces on Rosie & Me’s new direction.
I might not have found all the pieces quite yet, but I am confident it will turn into something inspiring.

Hope the New Year brings adventures & inspiration to all of you ✨

For the window of @zandpand I wanted to create an

For the window of @zandpand I wanted to create an upcycled pencil skirt using old jeans 👖
Being a pattern designer, I thought to go for pattern design 3.0 😅 extending a specific pattern in the design of the skirt as well. So I sketched a 3D cube feel and cut up three shades old jeans, sewing them together into a drafted pencil skirt. Fun process & result.
However I do notice that the cube effect is way more visible when laying flat then when on a mannequin... One of those things that you need to look 3 times to see it 👀

Wish to learn how to draft a skirt-pattern yourself? And how to go about making different designs from your basic skirt! There is a new skirt-workshop coming up 🥳 See link in bio for more info and how to sign up.
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Sunday July 2nd & 9th I will be offering the two d

Sunday July 2nd & 9th I will be offering the two day workshop Basic Dress & Design. Including delicious lunch by @lekkersaandelek 😋
Wish to learn how to make summerdresses, skirts, blouses that actually fit!
Check our workshop page for more info 👗
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