GETTING STARTED

Getting started

Choose the right file and know what to check before you begin.

Start with the file format.

FULLOADING provides digital sewing patterns. Finished garments and printed paper patterns are not shipped. This library is being organised from the original legacy files.

FormatWhat it contains
Specification PDFSpecification sheets with design and measurement information. These are not tiled, full-scale sewing pattern PDFs.
Pattern card PDFPattern cards in PDF format. Check the listed style number, size and pieces and use the card with its pattern. Availability varies by product.
Pattern PDFSewing patterns in PDF format. Check paper size and print scale, then measure a reference dimension before use. Availability varies by product.
DXFPattern data for compatible CAD software. Check units, scale and line types after opening.

Before you cut

  1. Check that the style number, size and specifications match your project.
  2. Check CAD units and output scale, then measure the output to verify actual size.
  3. Check the original files for seam allowances, grainlines, required pieces and fabric information.
  4. Consider making a toile to check fit and construction before cutting your final fabric.

Frequently asked questions

Is every pattern free to download?

17 styles have public files and 25 have free-member files. Check the access level of each file. Paid plans are not open.

Can I print these on a home printer?

Legacy pattern downloads are supplied in DXF. Open them in suitable software and verify actual scale and tiling. When a pattern PDF is listed, check its paper size and printing requirements.

Are the instructions in English?

The catalog can be browsed in Japanese and English. Original specification sheets and pattern labels are in Japanese. Some member specification PDFs require a viewing password.

Can I use my existing member account?

Migration for existing members and member downloads are being prepared. Updates will be posted on the account page.

May I sell garments made from these patterns?

Yes. You may sell garments made from these patterns. However, redistribution or sale of the pattern and specification data themselves is prohibited.

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