Description:
The student will learn how to draft a pattern from measurements that fits the figure exactly. Upon completion of the draft, the student will make a muslin test garment to check and adjust the fit. Wearing ease will be added to the adjusted pattern to create a basic block, or sloper.
Supplies:
Tape measure
Ruler and square, or gridded transparent ruler at least 18” long (here’s an example - see the 2” X 18” size)
Drafting curve (here’s Lynda’s favorite)
Paper for drafting (available in art or office supply stores, just make sure it’s at least 36” wide and copy paper weight)
Scotch tape
Pencils and erasers (colored pencils as well)
Pins
8 yards of medium weight muslin, unwashed
1 separating zipper, 30” long, or a 24” regular zipper
Techniques:
Taking proper measurements
Drafting a moulage block
Preparing a muslin test garment and fitting it
Draft a basic sleeve pattern
Preparing a muslin test sleeve and fitting it
Transferring adjustments to the working pattern
Drafting a bodice sloper