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Drafting Basic Top Patterns
Module 1
Foundational Measurements & Framework
1
Calculating Working Measurements for a Fitted Bodice
Define 'wearing ease' and calculate the working measurements for a fitted bodice.
Define 'wearing ease' and calculate the working measurements for a fitted bodice.
2
Drafting the Bodice Block: The Rectangular Framework
Draft the core rectangular framework for the bodice block using key vertical and horizontal measurements.
Draft the core rectangular framework for the bodice block using key vertical and horizontal measurements.
Module 2
Drafting the Back Bodice Block
3
Drafting the Back Neckline and Shoulder Slope
Plot and draw the back neckline curve and shoulder slope.
Plot and draw the back neckline curve and shoulder slope.
4
Drafting the Back Armhole Curve
Construct the back armhole curve using drafting guides.
Construct the back armhole curve using drafting guides.
5
Drafting the Back Waist Dart
Draft the back waist dart for shaping.
Draft the back waist dart for shaping.
Module 3
Drafting the Front Bodice Block
6
Drafting the Front Neckline and Shoulder Slope
Plot and draw the front neckline curve and shoulder slope.
Plot and draw the front neckline curve and shoulder slope.
7
Drafting the Side Bust Dart from the Bust Apex
Draft the side bust dart originating from the bust apex.
Draft the side bust dart originating from the bust apex.
8
Drafting the Front Armhole Curve
Construct the front armhole curve.
Construct the front armhole curve.
9
Drafting the Front Waist Dart
Draft the front waist dart for lower torso shaping.
Draft the front waist dart for lower torso shaping.
Module 4
Pattern Verification & Finalization
10
Walk and True Your Seams
Walk the side and shoulder seams to check for length discrepancies and true the connecting lines.
Walk the side and shoulder seams to check for length discrepancies and true the connecting lines.
11
Adding Seam Allowances to Pattern Pieces
Add specified seam allowances to all edges of the front and back pattern pieces.
Add specified seam allowances to all edges of the front and back pattern pieces.
12
Pattern Marking Essentials
Add essential pattern markings, including grainlines, notches, and piece labels, to complete the sloper.
Add essential pattern markings, including grainlines, notches, and piece labels, to complete the sloper.