Summary

Apologies for the audio for the host. I inadvertently had the wrong mic selected. Rookie mistake.

In this episode of The Passionate Pattern Maker, Jennifer Fairbanks interviews Cassie Castillo, a designer for Primrose Dawn, who specializes in PDF sewing patterns, particularly lingerie. Cassie shares her journey from a young sewist influenced by her mother to her professional experiences in the fashion industry. The conversation delves into the importance of technical skills in fashion design, the challenges of pattern making and grading, and the creative process behind developing new patterns. Cassie also discusses her personal projects, gardening, and her future plans in the fashion world.

Takeaways

• Cassie's early love for sewing was influenced by her mother.
• She transitioned from the fashion industry to focus on lingerie design.
• Technical skills are crucial for successful fashion design.
• Pattern making and grading present unique challenges.
• Cassie enjoys creating multiple design options in her patterns.
• She balances her design work with gardening and volunteer activities.
• The importance of fabric choice in garment construction is emphasized.
• Cassie experiences imposter syndrome during the testing phase of her patterns.
• Future collaborations and learning opportunities excite both Jennifer and Cassie.
• Creating a cohesive collection of patterns enhances customer appeal.

Links

The Lingerie Retreat

Primrose Dawn

Porcelynne