This Is Where Real Fashion Design Begins. ✨

Stop relying only on ready-made patterns and start understanding how clothing is actually designed. In this private online lesson, you’ll learn how to transform your own body measurements into a custom basic bodice block, the foundation for creating tops, blouses, dresses and your own original designs.

Why You’ll Love This Class
✨ Draft from your own measurements
✨ Create a foundation designed for your body
✨ Understand how professional patterns begin
✨ Gain more control over fit and design
✨ Build a reusable block for future projects
✨ Prepare for dart manipulation, necklines, sleeves and more advanced pattern making
✨ Gain the confidence to start developing your own designs

What You’ll Learn
• Taking accurate body measurements
• Understanding ease and fit
• Drafting the front bodice block
• Drafting the back bodice block
• Creating bust and waist darts
• Shaping the neckline and armholes
• Truing darts and seams
• Adding professional pattern markings
• Checking measurements and making adjustments

What You’ll Make
Your own custom front and back basic bodice block, ready to use as the foundation for future pattern designs.

What You’ll Need
Pattern paper, pencil, eraser, measuring tape, long ruler, French curve, paper scissors, clear tape and a calculator.

Lesson Length: 4 Hours
Format: Private Live Online Lesson
Skill Level: Beginner Pattern Making

Don’t just follow patterns. Learn how to create them to fit your style and body shape