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It often happens that a bra pattern doesn't offer all sizes, especially when you go outside the so-called "standard" sizes. However, with a few notions of gradation and [...]
Stretch garment patternmaking - part 3 - creating a basic ready-to-wear block
Before you start designing a garment, you'll need to use your measurements to draw up the basic block to size, including reduction rates [...].
Patronage - part 5 - what reduction rates? some practical examples?
What is the discount rate? We have already covered this concept in the basic knowledge section. It is the discount rate applied [...].
Stretch garment patternmaking - part 4 - tension lines and anchor points
Before you start designing a fitted stretch garment, it's essential to understand the concept of tension lines and anchor points. They stabilise the garment. [...]
Stretch garment pattern making - part 2 - paper or CAD
To tell you the truth, I made all my first patterns on paper. Made-to-measure bras, knickers, bodysuits, swimming costumes, corsets, ... All the changes I made were done on paper.
Stretch garment patternmaking - part 1 - the basics
What is pattern making? It means drawing the different parts of a garment flat on paper or in CAD format. You want to make your own made-to-measure pattern [...]