Become a Mad (Garment) Scientist

The Straight Stitch: A Podcast About Sewing and Other Fiber Arts.

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Have you ever wished you could combine the neckline of one design with the sleeves of another design to create the perfect blouse pattern? Or add the pockets from one pants pattern to another? Frankenpatterning  is such a useful skill! In today's episode, we’re talking about how and why sewists combine, modify, and completely reinvent patterns to create garments that have all the desired features.

From simple swaps like sleeves and necklines to more advanced mashups, you’ll learn how to approach pattern hacking with confidence, avoid common mistakes, and start building patterns that truly work for you.

Show notes for each episode: www.thestraightstitchpodcast.com
My website: www.janetszabo.com
See my sewing projects at: www.janetszabo.com/blog
E-mail me!  janet@janetszabo.com

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Have you ever wished you could combine the neckline of one design with the sleeves of another design to create the perfect blouse pattern? Or add the pockets from one pants pattern to another? Frankenpatterning  is such a useful skill! In today's episode, we’re talking about how and why sewists combine, modify, and completely reinvent patterns to create garments that have all the desired features.

From simple swaps like sleeves and necklines to more advanced mashups, you’ll learn how to approach pattern hacking with confidence, avoid common mistakes, and start building patterns that truly work for you.

Show notes for each episode: www.thestraightstitchpodcast.com
My website: www.janetszabo.com
See my sewing projects at: www.janetszabo.com/blog
E-mail me!  janet@janetszabo.com

2026-03-17 36 min Transcript
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