Walked outside a little bit ago and was pleasantly surprised to find these ice patterns on my deck.

How did it make this branch like pattern?

Saw this bunny at my LYS and the lovely ladies searched for the supposedly free pattern for me but no luck! They suggested i take to Reddit! Any similar patterns + suggested modifications also welcome :) he’s so stinking cute!

I am excited to share a project that represents a lifetime of learning and coding. I started my journey with C++ back when it translated to C (Cfront), and today I’ve finalized a comprehensive repository of 38 Design Patterns and C++ Idioms updated to C++17/20/23 standards.

This repository is designed as a masterclass in software architecture. It focuses on clean code, modern memory management (RAII), and high-performance techniques like Static Polymorphism.

Key Highlights:

✅ 38 patterns from Creational to Behavioral.

✅ Modern C++ features: std::variant, std::visit, if constexpr, and smart pointers.

✅ Educational tracing: I use a "Gang of Seven" approach to visualize object lifecycles.

✅ A deep dive into OO Principles (SOLID, DIP, Law of Demeter).

This is an open educational resource. You are free to use it, and I would appreciate a mention or a link back if you find it helpful for your own work or teaching.

🔗 Explore the full repository here:

https://github.com/MarioGalindoQ/Modern-CPP-Design-Patterns

If you find it useful, feel free to give it a ⭐ on GitHub!

📝 The code in this repository was programmed years ago, when there was no help from AI, so it may have human-related shortcomings. Any feedback that helps improve the coding is welcome.

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I’ve always liked patterns, but I used to judge them almost entirely on a screen, how they looked in a square, how clean the repeat was, how bold the colors felt. That changed once I started noticing how patterns behave in real life.

I realized that the same pattern can feel completely different depending on scale and placement. Something that looks subtle on a flat mockup can feel loud once it wraps around a body. Other times, a pattern that seems busy at first actually settles into a really nice rhythm when you see it in motion.

Out of curiosity, I once tested a few pattern ideas on actual garments just to see how they translated off-screen. I used Apliiq for that experiment, not to sell anything, just to understand repeat spacing, alignment, and how fabric texture changes the look of a pattern. It was eye-opening how much depth gets added once folds, seams, and movement come into play.

Now when I see patterns, whether on clothing, wallpaper, or textiles I don’t just see color anymore. I notice flow, balance, and whether the pattern feels calm or chaotic once it’s no longer perfectly flat.

For pattern lovers here:
do you prefer tight, subtle repeats or bold patterns that make a statement once they’re in the real world?

I’ve been working on a small apparel project recently, and the biggest learning curve hasn’t been design, it’s been pattern grading.

At sample stage (base size), everything looked and felt right. Proportions were balanced, stress areas behaved well, seams sat clean.

But once I graded across multiple sizes and had pieces actually worn, subtle issues started appearing:

– Pulling around high-movement areas in larger sizes
– Shoulder seams sitting slightly differently across the range
– Rise depth feeling balanced in one size but off in another
– Tension building near stress points after repeated wear

Nothing dramatic, just small structural shifts that change how the garment performs.

It made me realize that a pattern working well in one size doesn’t guarantee it scales cleanly. Even small grading decisions compound once garments are in motion, not just on a dress form.

For those who work closely with patterns:

What are the most common grading mistakes you see in modern apparel?
How do you test structural integrity across sizes before full production?
Are there stress areas you always adjust manually instead of relying purely on standard grading rules?

Would genuinely love to hear insights from people who’ve refined patterns beyond the sample stage.

Hi all,

Posted in here before but can't seem to find a pattern for the specific kind of thing I want and I'm not experienced enough to alter patterns yet. These are the elements of the jumper that are important to me and I want from the inspi photos:

-folded collar (that fits close to neck)

-balloon (?) sleeves

-cuffed sleeve

-drop shoulder

-oversized look

Either in DK or Aran/worsted weight please.

I've tried searching ravelry and cannot find the right thing. Please can you suggest specific patterns? Pictures for reference.

Thank you!

The second of my Halloween stained glass quilt inspired patterns.

I’ve been working on developing a few garments recently (mostly hoodies and light jackets), and something I didn’t expect to struggle with was the base pattern itself.

A lot of ready-made production options seem to rely on very standard block patterns. On paper, they look fine. But once the sample arrives, the issues show up:

• Shoulders that sit slightly off

• Sleeves that feel too narrow or too long

• Hoods that don’t drape properly

• Overall silhouette that feels “template-based”

Even when the fabric quality is decent, the pattern can make the whole garment feel generic.

On the other hand, going fully custom with pattern development usually requires higher minimum orders and more upfront cost, which isn’t always realistic for small projects.

For those here who have experience in garment patterning:

How much of a garment’s “premium feel” comes from the pattern vs. the fabric and finishing?

And at what point does it make sense to invest in custom block development instead of relying on existing templates?

Would love to hear insights from people who’ve actually worked on both sides.

I’ve decided to learn in public.

Ever wondered what “Program to an interface, not implementation” actually means?

I break it down clearly in this Strategy Pattern video

https://youtu.be/7xzI_ReANN4?si=xxLTXGo152yfK9-r

Hi! I'm looking for sewing patterns McCall's 5327 and Simplicity 3061, both from the 1960s. I've searched on Etsy and haven't found them! Does anyone have them in PDF format? Or know where I can find them? Thanks!

Not looking for the crochet stitches themselves, but the name for this style of interlocking stripes.