Create Your Own Bodice Block: Tips and Tricks for a Perfect Fit!

Bodice Pattern Drafting | Back, Front, Pattern Control & Removing Excess Fullness In this tutorial, we’ll go through the complete process of drafting the new basic bodice pattern, from the back and front bodice to pattern control and removing excess fullness. I’ll show you how to draft the back bodice step by step, develop the front bodice using the same method, and apply the necessary measurements and calculations to create a balanced and accurate basic pattern. We’ll then check and control the pattern to make sure the important measurements and lines are properly balanced before moving on to the next stages of pattern development. I’ll also show you how to identify areas of excess fullness and remove the necessary amount directly from the pattern to achieve a cleaner and more accurate fit. This new method will be the foundation for our upcoming pattern-making tutorials, where we’ll use the basic bodice to develop different designs and work on fit, pattern manipulation, and garment development. In this tutorial: • Drafting the back bodice • Drafting the front bodice • Checking and controlling the pattern • Balancing the important pattern measurements • Identifying excess fullness • Removing excess fullness • Preparing the basic bodice for future pattern development ⏱️ Timeline 00:00 — Introduction 00:53 — Drafting the Back Bodice 10:22 — Drafting the Front Bodice 20:18 — Pattern Control & Balance 25:30 — Removing Excess Fullness 37:12 — Conclusion 📐 Formulas Used in T