09/09/2024

Part 69 - How to draft your sleeve block

In this video, Izzy demonstrates how to draft a basic sleeve block using personal body measurements and a fitted bodice block.

Izzy begins by emphasising the importance of having a well-fitting bodice block and explains the necessary arm measurements.

The tutorial starts by demonstrating how to take the arm length measurement from the shoulder point to the wrist bone. Izzy then guides viewers through preparing their bodice block by ensuring the armscye seams align.

The video progresses with instructions on drawing a perpendicular line under the armscye and measuring the armscye length. Izzy then explains how to calculate and mark key points for the sleeve cap.

The tutorial progresses with instructions on marking balance points, measuring and adding to the shoulder point lengths, and calculating underarm lengths. Izzy then guides viewers through drawing the sleeve length and wrist lines.

The tutorial progresses with instructions on shaping the sleeve cap using specific measurements and drawing a smooth curve. Izzy then demonstrates how to shape the wrist area.

The tutorial progresses with instructions on adding notches to the sleeve cap and bodice armscye for matching during sewing. Izzy then recommends annotating the sleeve pattern.

Izzy concludes by emphasizing that this is a starting point and the sleeve block may require adjustments. She outlines the plan for the next videos, which will cover creating a pattern piece, inserting the sleeve, and making fit alterations.

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