Designing Patterns for Fabric Dolls and Soft Figures

Do you have ideas for unique fabric dolls, toys, or soft sculptures but struggle to translate them into functional templates? Creating a robust pattern is the essential first step to bringing any textile craft vision to life. This course provides the written principles and practical drafting instructions needed to design custom patterns for any soft figure. By the end, you will be able to confidently draft, refine, and prepare professional-quality patterns ready for cutting and assembly. What you'll learn: * Learn the foundational terminology and tools used in soft craft pattern drafting. * Master techniques for creating symmetrical and proportional body shapes for dolls and figures. * Apply methods for calculating seam allowances, grainlines, and placement of closures. * Understand how to select appropriate and sustainable materials for various plush projects. * Practice digitizing, storing, and organizing your finished patterns for easy reuse and scaling. The course begins with core terminology and the principles of proportion and symmetry. We then move into step-by-step methods for drafting specific figure components, followed by instruction on preparing patterns for assembly and documentation. This course is designed for absolute beginners interested in textile arts, sewing, or DIY crafts. No prior pattern drafting or advanced sewing experience is required. Start designing the patterns for your next favorite soft figure today.