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The Emporia => In the wardrobe => Patterns Discussion => Topic started by: annieg on October 05, 2018, 15:47:18 PM

Title: Wild Ginger Software Pattern Master
Post by: annieg on October 05, 2018, 15:47:18 PM

Hi,
Does anyone have any knowledge/experience of this product.
I'm wondering if its worth buying ?
Annieg

Title: Re: Wild Ginger Software Pattern Master
Post by: ambro0 on October 05, 2018, 23:55:47 PM

I have used both PMB and PMK for thirteen years. I love it!!

A friend of mine is currently considering the purchase and she has decided to start off by buying one of their ePatterns and see what sort of fit she gets. This includes the free Pattern Viewer download that you will need to work with the pattern.

You can also download the Free Trial from their website and have a play. The only thing you can't do using the free trial is to print out a pattern. So for that reason alone, I suggest you also purchase an ePattern. This enables you to type in your measurements, get assistance for taking measurements and fitting by email and printing out your pattern.

You can also participate in their user forum - there is lots of historical information there although not many people actively asking questions these days.

NAYY but I had a snoop around on their website last night to be able to engage in discussion with my friend.

Title: Re: Wild Ginger Software Pattern Master
Post by: annieg on October 06, 2018, 08:29:32 AM

@ambro0   Thank you - excellent idea of trying an epattern.  I'll see how that goes.
Annieg

Title: Re: Wild Ginger Software Pattern Master
Post by: ambro0 on October 07, 2018, 02:21:55 AM

@annieg

An update for you. My friend bought the Jeans pattern yesterday. Luckily, before she stuck the pattern pieces together, she discovered that she should have purchased the basic pants pattern. From this, she will make her sloper, mark the Horizontal Balance Lines, insert a zipper and take photos and get fitting advice if required. Only then, once she has the fit right will she go on to make up the Jeans.

Title: Re: Wild Ginger Software Pattern Master
Post by: crafter on October 08, 2018, 00:14:02 AM

I used to use it for bridesmaid dresses.  Same style, lots of different sizes.  Worked well, don't know why I stopped.

Title: Re: Wild Ginger Software Pattern Master
Post by: ambro0 on November 02, 2020, 23:07:00 PM

Sad to say that I just discovered that the Wild Ginger User Forum on their website has been removed due to lack of interest.
Users can still engage in conversations on their Facebook Page and the WG Users FB Page.
I did notice that the WG WIKI Library is still on their website and hopefully, users can still email in their help requests to support.

Great to see that this site is still as busy as ever!!