Uploaded November 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago
This is a pattern & sewing tutorial showing how to make a DIY reversible cape jacket.
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Measurements used
Across shoulder
Around chest & arms
Around hip
Cape length
Vertical distance from shoulder to bust
Materials
2 metres wool blend
2 metres ankara print from instagram.com/remefabrics
Video starts at 00:00
The Kim Dave Course 00:27
DIY Reversible Cape Jacket Measurements 00:57
Materials 01:31
Front cape patterns 02:04
Back cape pattern 07:06
Collar pattern 08:22
Cape cutting 11:35
Cape sewing 12:21
Sewing the arm opening 13:11
Joining the collar 18:49
Sewing the frog fasteners 20:55
Finished cape 22:04
Videography and Editing by Kim Dave Filmed & Photographed with: Camera - Sony ZV-E10 Lens - Sony 11mm f1.8
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DISCLAIMER: The description may contain affiliate links, meaning I may receive a small commission if you click on some of the product links and decide to purchase. There is no additional charge to you! However, items included in this content have been purchased by me, and my opinions and recommendations are 100% honest. Do feel free to support the channel. Thank you.
This is a pattern & sewing tutorial showing how to make a DIY reversible cape jacket.
Join the Kim Dave course the-kim-dave-course.teachable.com/p/the-kim-dave-course
Measurements used
Across shoulder
Around chest & arms
Around hip
Cape length
Vertical distance from shoulder to bust
Materials
2 metres wool blend
2 metres ankara print from instagram.com/remefabrics
Video starts at 00:00
The Kim Dave Course 00:27
DIY Reversible Cape Jacket Measurements 00:57
Materials 01:31
Front cape patterns 02:04
Back cape pattern 07:06
Collar pattern 08:22
Cape cutting 11:35
Cape sewing 12:21
Sewing the arm opening 13:11
Joining the collar 18:49
Sewing the frog fasteners 20:55
Finished cape 22:04
Videography and Editing by Kim Dave Filmed & Photographed with: Camera - Sony ZV-E10 Lens - Sony 11mm f1.8
~~ Buy sewing supplies 🛒 (handpicked by me!) ~~ Amazon store front (U.K.) amazon.co.uk/shop/priscilliaokpan
Like the music? Find my playlist with the music I've used here: share.epidemicsound.com/gmwlmc/?playlist=null And, if you sign up to Epidemic Sound through the playlist link, you'll get 1 month for free!
DISCLAIMER: The description may contain affiliate links, meaning I may receive a small commission if you click on some of the product links and decide to purchase. There is no additional charge to you! However, items included in this content have been purchased by me, and my opinions and recommendations are 100% honest. Do feel free to support the channel. Thank you.








![The Ultimate Size Guide for Ready to Wear Brands
In this video, I cover how to create The Ultimate Size Guide for Ready to Wear Brands.
Starting a Ready-to-Wear (RTW) brand is exciting, but sizing is the #1 place where new designers lose money and customers. If your sizing isn’t consistent, your returns will skyrocket. In this video, I’m breaking down the Science of Sizing so you can launch your collection with total confidence.
In this video, you’ll learn:
✅ Why having the right fit model is important
✅ What measurements to consider
✅ How to create a consistent size chart for your specific brand.
✅ Why grading (moving between sizes) is the key to a professional RTW line.
[RESOURCES MENTIONED]
🧵 Maker Mode Planner: The physical workspace for designers. It includes pre-printed size charts, fabric logs, and project canvases https://shop.kimdave.com/products/maker-mode-a4-sewing-plannerXyFyXel
Womens size chart http://youtube.com/post/UgkxuqIydNvFxBaFiHR4Q1FDzp6RF4l6vpMU?si=7bRL9GZeFdvl1XFJ
Bodice and pants grading tutorial https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3nGv3FeXHdg
How to take upper body measurements https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sWN-kEIuIPU&t
How to take lower body measurements https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SxJ5sxWQFCk&t
[TIMESTAMPS]
Intro 00:00
The importance of consistent sizing 00:45
Picking Your Fit Model 01:35
Must-Have Measurement List 03:27
The Ease Rule 05:13
Creating the chart 06:16
Grading the sizes 07:43
The difference between UK, US,
and EU sizing 09:38
[ABOUT KIM DAVE]
I’m a fashion designer and content creator helping you bridge the gap between digital design and physical production. My mission is to simplify the process of fashion design.
[CONNECT WITH ME]
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimdavedesigns/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kimdavedesigns
Website: https://shop.kimdave.com/
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