A Guide to Creating Sewing Pattern Files for Projection - PDF + Editable Sample Pattern File
This guide has been designed for pattern designers who want to create projector formatted pattern files. In this listing the PDF guide is accompanied by the annotated editable sample pattern file referenced throughout the document.
The Guide
Using straightforward explanations and supporting imagery, the guide outlines suggestions on file setup, layout, pattern modifications, style guidelines and more.
Recommendations are also explained in terms of how they may impact the workflow of a projector sewist. This deeper insight aims to leave pattern designers feeling confident when implementing the advice, knowing that any files produced using this resource will demonstrate an attention to detail that projector sewists will appreciate.
The Editable Sample Pattern File
A sample sewing pattern file was created to provide further understanding of how the suggestions in this resource could be implemented. Imagery from this pattern file is used throughout to provide additional clarification to the points outlined.
This sample pattern file has developed into a valuable resource as an editable working reference document. The fully annotated file can be opened in vector editing software in order to duplicate appearances (line weights, font sizes, colours etc) or simply use as a reference point to explore and gain a greater understanding of how suggestions from the guide could be implemented.
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"I worked with Rachael on adding projector files to my online packages and I couldn't be more pleased with the final result. Rachael is warm and easy to work with, but also extremely fastidious and very thorough. I have personally never used a projector for sewing, but projector optimised files were an option a lot of my customers were requesting. Rachael gave me all the information I needed to set up the files and tested every aspect for me so that I felt completely confident to start selling projector files. I have had a lot of positive feedback from my customers on the quality of my files and the information I learnt from Rachaels consulting will be applied to all my future files."
Tara Viggo
Director
Paper Theory Patterns
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"When I started my line I knew I wanted to offer projector patterns as they are becoming more popular within the sewing community. I reached out to Rachael for aid here and could not be more pleased with the results and the time spent working together. She was incredibly knowledgeable as to what works and what does not, was quick in her turnaround time, very thorough and always available for further questions. I highly recommend working with her if you are considering adding projector files and need a consult."
Chelsea Carson
Owner
Daughter Judy Patterns
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Originally supplied as resources for pattern designers who commissioned a full projector file consultancy, this pdf guide + editable sample pattern file is offered along with projector testing + feedback.
Other options are available here:
— Standalone PDF Guide
— Standalone Editable Sample File
— Projector File Consultancy