Pattern Testing
Are you interested in being a pattern tester for Virgil's Fine Goods? Take a look at the information below to see if being a pattern tester will work for you!
CRITERIA
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Beginner-or-higher level Sewing Experience: Have at least a basic understanding and experience of how to put a garment together and are able to follow a sewing pattern.
-Each pattern has different skills needed and may have different testing requirements. Check the individual testing page for specifics. -
Model: Must have an appropriate model for the garment to test fit
-Models for children's garments will require a special photo release form. -
Have access to a home printer to print to US Letter size.
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Allow Virgil's Fine Goods and Lady of the Wilderness to share any blog posts, photos and social media from your make.
EXPECTATIONS
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Be able to work within the timeline provided: Most patterns have a 2–3 week window for making the garment and providing feedback.
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Provide clear photos of garment on model for my reference of fit (these are photos that will not be shared but are for my reference)
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Provide at least 1–2 clear photos of garment on model for publicity usage within 2 weeks of pattern launch (Photo Release Form Required)
WHAT YOU'LL RECEIVE:
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Receive a tester e-pattern
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Receive a finished e-pattern .pdf once the pattern launches
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Lots of sharing of your social media accounts/blogs (if applicable) from both the Lady of the Wilderness facebook/blog/instagram and the Virgil's Fine Goods store insta/facebook
- Add to the VIP Pattern Tester Email list