Learn How to Create a #BASIC SLEEVE BLOCK Pattern.

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How to Create a Basic Sleeve Block Pattern

This is a #PatternDrafting Video. Learn How to Create a #BASIC SLEEVE BLOCK Pattern. This method is super easy and simple. ******************************************************************************************* THIS VIDEO SHOWS YOU HAVE TO DRAFT A #BASIC SLEEVE BLOCK BODY MEASUREMENTS REQUIRED Armscye / Armhole Depth This is the measurement of your armhole circumference. Biceps Circumference / Sleeve Circumference This is a measurement around the fullest part of your upper arm. #Sleeve Length This is the measurement from your shoulder seam to where you would like your sleeve to end. Armhole and Sleeves Measurements used in this TUTORIAL 1. Armscye (ARMHOLE Circumference ) :19 Inches 2. Biceps circumference : 14 Inches 3. Sleeve Length : 17 Inches 1/4 OF Armscye (ARMHOLE Circumference ) = 4.75 approximation to 5 inches 1/4 OF Armscye (Biceps circumference) 4 inches 1/2 OF Biceps circumference = 7 INCHES

HOW TO DRAFT A NO DARTS BASIC BODICE BLOCK BY PATTERNYOURSTYLE

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 HOW TO DRAFT A BASIC BODICE BLOCK

 

This is a #PatternDrafting Video.

Learn How to Create a No Darts #BodiceBlock Pattern. 

This method is super easy and simple.

The Horizontal Lines depict the Following Body Points

-Shoulders

-Bust Point  

-Waist 

-Hips 

 I am using a Standard formula to place  these lines on the Paper

You must draw the shoulder Line at the Edge of the Paper as the Starting Point.

Then use the Standard formula  as follows: 

Shoulder Line  to Bust Point  Line   : 10 Inches

Shoulder Line  to Waist Line   : 17 Inches

Shoulder Line  to Hip Line  : 24 Inches or 25 Inches for plus size. 

You still have to know your Circumferential Body Measurements for these points 

-Bust 

-Waist 

-Hip 

When you have measured yourself and gotten the circumferential measurements, 

divide the measurements by 1/4 and insert  the 1/4 measurement on the the paper as shown in the Video.

For the Shoulder Point your Insert 1/2 of the Measurement of the Paper.

KEY DRAFTING FORMULAS USED IN THIS #BASICBODICEPATTERN VIDEO ARE;

Vertical lines:

Shoulder Line  to Chest Line : USE this formula (bust Circumference ÷ 6) + 1.5.

Shoulder Line  to Bust Point  Line   : 10 Inches

Shoulder Line  to Waist Line   : 17 Inches

Shoulder Line  to Hip Line  : 24 Inches or 25 Inches for plus size. 

Mark 1/2 of your  shoulder on the shoulder line.

Mark 1/4 of your bust on the upper & bust point line.

Mark 1/4 of your  waist on the waist line.

Mark 1/4 of your hip on the hip line.

If you have any questions, suggestions or ideas, feel free to share below.

How to Take Body Measurements for Pattern Drafting

When taking Body Measurements, it is important take to take them appropriately and accurately. Remember your Body Measurements are  3 Dimensional but when you are transferring them to paper they are 2 Dimensional measurements. i.e Length & Width. 

You will also need to have the correct tools to accurately document your measurements. Ensure that you are comfortably dressed when taking your Body measurements. If you can get a friend to take them for you that would be great. 

You'll need a Tape measurement to get started.

For the Basic Pattern Drafting Method that You will need to  take the the Following Body Measurements:

                                                  Shoulder Width 

                                                       

                                                  Bust Circumference 

                                                  Waist Circumference 

                                                  Hips Circumference 

                       

                                                  Armscye

                                                  Arm length from shoulder tip to wrist

                                                  Biceps circumference

                                                  Wrist circumference ( Measure over wrist bone )

The #V2953 Sewing Contest

Have you heard that the McCall Pattern Company is holding a #V2953 Sewing Contest ?  This Pattern has been ever so popular this Summer 2017. I saw the Pattern on the Mcalls Website but  I hadn't purchased it yet. The neckline would need adjusting in my own Opinion. I was glad to see that many sewist felt the same about the Neckline but they used the Pattern but went ahead and adjusted the Neckline.

"And it’s so easy to enter. All you have to do is:

1. Make this dress pattern. If you’ve already made this pattern you can still enter it in the contest.
2. Post your make on social media (Instagram [preferred], Facebook and the McCall’s Facebook Group, Pinterest, Twitter) any time between now and August 15, 2017. Posting it one place on social media, such as Instagram, is enough, as long as you’ve used the hashtag #V9253.
3. Tag it #V9253. If you’ve already made this dress and posted it, you can update your post with the hashtag."

African Prints will definitely work for this Sewing Pattern #V9253 as I have seen several Sewist use this pattern for the African Print Fabrics already and I must say that they are super gorgeous,

Here are my suggestions for prints that will work for this Pattern.

Fabric Suggestion 1:

I simply love orange.. This Shade of Orange is fantastic and I think it could be combined with a plain black fabric ..

Get this Fabric through the Link below:

Shop Orange African Print

Fabric Suggestion 2 :

This Turquoise and Red African Print is Super Gorgeous ...It will be so Perfect for sewing Pattern V9253.
Shop this Fabric Here

7 Things to Know about Block Pattern Drafting

INTRODUCTION:

Block Pattern Drafting is the creation of Pattern pieces using your Body Measurements that would be eventually used in Fashion Design and then on to the Construction of your Garments. It is an essential skill for any Dress maker who intends to mature in their Craft of Dress making. Pattern Drafting is a Key Foundation for any Fashion Garment Making.

1. Block Patterns are Foundational Patterns
2. Block Patterns provides outline of the Bodice, Skirt or Sleeve.
3. There are Several Different types of Block Patterns.
4. Block Patterns represent your Body Measurements in 2 Dimensional Form.
5. Block Patterns should include information on Shape, Ease and Darts.
6. The Standard  Block is the most common type of Block Pattern.
7. The Block Pattern drafting method  requires Body Measurements