Pattern Making for Fashion Design -PART 1- Essential Skills!

Module 1: Introduction to Pattern Principles

⏳ 45 minutes

• Topics: Understanding pattern blocks (slopers), standard body measurements, grainlines, and ease

• Hands-on: Draft a basic bodice sloper from measurement chart

Module 2: Bodice Pattern Drafting

⏳ 1 hour

• Topics: Front and back bodice blocks, dart placement, neckline variations

• Hands-on: Modify the sloper to create a princess-seamed bodice

Module 3: Sleeve & Armhole Integration

⏳ 1 hour

• Topics: Sleeve cap shaping, set-in vs. raglan sleeves, matching sleeve to armhole

• Hands-on: Draft a basic set-in sleeve and fit it to your bodice block

Module 4: Skirt & Waistband Patterns

⏳ 1 hour

• Topics: A-line, pencil, and flared skirt drafting, waistband and yoke techniques

• Hands-on: Create an A-line skirt pattern with a fitted waistband

Module 5: Style Variations & Design Details

⏳ 1 hour

• Topics: Adding darts, pleats, gathers, godets, and seam-line design elements

• Hands-on: Convert a basic skirt block into a gathered peplum style

Module 6: Pattern Grading Basics

⏳ 45 minutes

• Topics: Grade rules, increment methods for scaling patterns across sizes

• Hands-on: Grade your bodice block one size up and one size down

Module 7: Digital Pattern Workflows (Optional)

⏳ 45 minutes

• Topics: Introduction to CAD tools (e.g., PatternMaker or free alternatives), scanning and digitizing

• Hands-on: Scan a paper pattern and import it into a basic CAD environment

Module 8: Final Project – Garment Sample Pattern

⏳ 1.5 hours

• Topics: End-to-end pattern preparation, adding seam allowances, notches, and grain markings

• Hands-on: Draft and finalize a complete blouse pattern (front, back, sleeve, facing) ready for toile

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