Drawing Ruffles and Frills
Using straight connecting lines from the points of the lower ruffles toward the original curved line completes the frill look. Erase any superfluous lines, such as those areas in the original curve which overlap the 'tops' of the ruffles. Below are examples of other ideas and ruffle shapes for you to consider.
First, draw a curved line. Underneath your line, and following its curve, add a wiggly line with similar shape to the one shown below. Add further lines to act as the fabric that forms the ruffles pointing upwards.
Using straight connecting lines from the points of the lower ruffles toward the original curved line completes the frill look. Erase any superfluous lines, such as those areas in the original curve which overlap the 'tops' of the ruffles. Below are examples of other ideas and ruffle shapes for you to consider. 4. Drawing Buttons
Step 1. When drawing clothing, it's best to start with the basic shapes and the anatomy of the design, as this will give you something to build on. To make sure your basic shape is symmetrical, you can draw half, duplicate and then flip it horizontally to create the other half. Even if your planned design isn't symmetrical, ...
The fabric here is folded to fall in various directions, showing a great example of how lighting works with the various shadows and highlights within the shapes. These folds are more likely to be seen in an unmade bed than clothing, but could easily be incorporated into a more intricate design, such as a fantasy gown or wedding dress.