This is such a good instructional video! I really appreciate how thorough and straightforward you have made this tutorial! I am a very basic sewer, I've never dreamed of drafting my own patterns because it seemed so complicated. There is only one other sewing video on youtube that I consider to be the holy grail of good sewing instruction...but yours is definitely surpassing that video by leagues. Thank you!
Sometimes you guys post these without knowing the impact you make on someone's life. My mother has always told me I couldn't do it and you just made it possible. I feel like I can do anything now. Thank you💯
Fantastic! Thanks for all the detail! I really appreciate that you don’t go too fast, that you show the whole thing (zoom out), and that you explain WHY it’s done that way. ❤️
You explained that so clearly and well, and I appreciate you going through step by step explaining everything without a rush and with such clarity. I'm a beginner, and I've watched so many videos trying to grasp this, and they all move too fast and they were not clear in explaining . The way you teach/ illustrate what you're doing I cannot express how valuable that is; keep moving forward to succes.
Oh, Kim, You are really a good teacher. This is so far the easiest bodice pattern making I have come through UA-cam. Every bit of the pattern was explained so clearly. I am really impressed. Thank you so much. keep it on. A big thumps up.
Love that this is straight to the point with sweet and simple explanations. Learned so much and my notes is only a quarter of a lined sheet of paper long.
Hi @ Kim Dave. Hi I just want to ask for clarification the distance 10,6,8 inches vertical lines from neckline. Is it fix measurements..or is it yours??
I have been wondering if you could easily make a bodice block using only your measurements. I saw someone doing something similar, but using instructions from a book and it was really complicated. I bought the book, but it hasn't been delivered yet. Still thinking that there has to be an easier way, I searched for a "basic bodice block tutorial" and found this. You are a lifesaver! This is wonderful! I knew it could be done! Thank you so much for sharing this video!
I was looking for such a video. Thank God l found you. Thank you so much for this wonderful tutorial. You explain everything so well. God bless you! Sheela from Mumbai lndia.
Wow u r the only one who explain it where I didn't get bored n could understand, thank u so much for this video, I look forward to following u a lot more thanks.
I'll watch this repeatedly until I memorized all the lines.. I've been wanting to learn not dressmaking but just sewing bcos I dont have a doll growing up.. maybe just the idea to create my own clothes.. the view, captions and instructions all came together like I'm watching it in personal.. thank you for sharing your knowledge..
Thank you for taking the time to make such an amazing video! I’m a beginner and your videos are so easy to follow and I love how and why you do the thing you do ❤️❤️
Thank thank thank you so much 🙏 for sharing your knowledge, God bless your finances and your projects. I'm appreciate your time explaining how to draw a pattern. Now I have a better idea of how I have to do my patterns.
I love how good you are at explaining things in this video!! I’ve run into a bit of a problem though where the baseline measurements you gave don’t seem to work with my measurements I’ve taken. For example you said to divide the bust measurement by 6 and add 1.5 to fine the upper chest, then go that far from the shoulder to get it.. my chest is 46” which gives me 9.16”, and it falls exactly where the bustline was plotted in the beginning of the video. Some of the baseline measurements you give don’t seem to be “one size fits all” so I would love to see another video with how to find exact measurements. But otherwise great video you are one of my favorite channels on UA-cam, you’ve taught me so much!!
Your tuts are the best very educational. I went to seeing school years ago for a little while I have all my things u excited me to start to pull my sewing machine out and an make cloths so thankful for yr tuts and video s thank u for shareing
Thank you so much! As an aspiring Fashion designer who can't yet go to fashion school, this has been really helpful to me and on my journey to make patterns for clothes.
Great video. I have a question though. You divided the bust measurement in 4, so it seems the front and back would be the same width. Is this just for relatively flat chested ladies? Is there some other adjustment needed for breast with larger cup size? Thanks
I would measure with a tshirt on and measure from side seam to side seam at front and at back divide each of those measurements in half to find out your front and back measurements.
I was wondering the same thing but I think taking front and back measurements separately then diving by two and making the front and back pieces respectively should accommodate for a larger bust. Also, darting could fix the back panels however I think there would be too much extra fabric taken in with darts to create a fitted back if using the front measurements for the back panel.
I have the same question. Don’t think this fits everybody, front and back are the same? Before post this tutorial, have you ever tried whether it fit you?
Thank you so much mam. I, learn more things from your sewing tutorial. It's so useful God bless you and l watch your sewing tutorial more. Thank you again.
Thank you so much for doing this! I've been watching videos on how to do a basic bodice block but yours is the one that explains it the most thoroughly. At least one I can completely understand. It's easy to follow and because you took so clearly it's easy to watch the video and learn. Thank you so much I know that patterning can be intimidating but you make it look so fun
Thank you so much. This tutorial is so detailed and east to follow. I’m a new sewer and I was able to draft it and make my first garment. It wasn’t perfect but it was way better than I had imagined. I’ve seen you add facings on other projects so I did so. I now understand the need for interfacing which I didn’t have on hand. I’m so exciting to keep practicing
Thank you, i´m pattern maker in Brasil and i´m studing how people do this work around the world especially USA and UK, terms, unit of measurement, and your video had help me a lot. I´m not good at english so sorry for bad grammar
Thank you Kim for doing this video, you have simplified it so much I now feel confident to make clothes from the block. I have subscribed to your channel.
Thank you. I think your videos are very clear and easy to follow. Are the formulas (1” shoulder drop, divide by, etc) the same for men and women? I am only beginning to make patterns and sew clothing. I have worked on upholstery and backpacks and such but I’m new to clothing. I really appreciate your clear and easy to follow instruction in the videos.
Thank you so much! I'm just learning how to draft patterns and your channel has been a huge help! I just have one question: how do you adjust the distance between the bust, hip, and waistline? I'm not too sure how to take those measurements ^^"
What about the sleeves??? Do you have a basic block sleeve going with this bodice? Pls make a video on that as well so we have all info together. Great work lovely your video very educational and like your spirit.
Hi love your tutorial, I have a question. Why do we have to measure the upper bust with inch tape and save the value (like we did the bust,waist and hips)if we directly connect the armhole to the centerfront and create the upper bust line? Did I miss any step
This video is very helpful. Amazing! I have one question. Don’t we have to measure the armhole to draw this basic block ? And how to draw a dress block using this basic pattern ?
For anyone asking about men's basic bodice pattern tutorial, please see it here ua-cam.com/video/0uGxpvDYORA/v-deo.html&t
I've followed those three times and every time my calculation put my upper bust line right on my bust line? Is that normal?
Nice
Thanks I was going to join sewing classes but thanks to u I don't have to ❤ love u 💞 u just make it so simple love u ❤️
Hi at 4:23 you spoke about the round neckline but you didn't show the measurement so I don't understand, I'm refering to the basic bodice block
This is such a good instructional video! I really appreciate how thorough and straightforward you have made this tutorial! I am a very basic sewer, I've never dreamed of drafting my own patterns because it seemed so complicated. There is only one other sewing video on youtube that I consider to be the holy grail of good sewing instruction...but yours is definitely surpassing that video by leagues. Thank you!
What size pattern is that.
Kim Dave, Show more of your videos very much with care.
what's the other holy grail video?? :)
Sometimes you guys post these without knowing the impact you make on someone's life. My mother has always told me I couldn't do it and you just made it possible. I feel like I can do anything now. Thank you💯
I'm really sorry your mom told you that. How wonderful that she was incorrect! I don't know if you need to hear this today, but I'm proud of you ❤
Fantastic! Thanks for all the detail! I really appreciate that you don’t go too fast, that you show the whole thing (zoom out), and that you explain WHY it’s done that way. ❤️
I am so grateful for you & your videos!! It makes me feel like I can actually do this.
You explained that so clearly and well, and I appreciate you going through step by step explaining everything without a rush and with such clarity. I'm a beginner, and I've watched so many videos trying to grasp this, and they all move too fast and they were not clear in explaining . The way you teach/ illustrate what you're doing I cannot express how valuable that is; keep moving forward to succes.
Wow, wow, wow. This is the best tutorial I've ever seen, explained pefectly. Thankyou.
Oh, Kim, You are really a good teacher. This is so far the easiest bodice pattern making I have come through UA-cam. Every bit of the pattern was explained so clearly. I am really impressed. Thank you so much. keep it on. A big thumps up.
Love that this is straight to the point with sweet and simple explanations. Learned so much and my notes is only a quarter of a lined sheet of paper long.
Hi @ Kim Dave. Hi I just want to ask for clarification the distance 10,6,8 inches vertical lines from neckline. Is it fix measurements..or is it yours??
I have been wondering if you could easily make a bodice block using only your measurements. I saw someone doing something similar, but using instructions from a book and it was really complicated. I bought the book, but it hasn't been delivered yet. Still thinking that there has to be an easier way, I searched for a "basic bodice block tutorial" and found this. You are a lifesaver! This is wonderful! I knew it could be done! Thank you so much for sharing this video!
Girl thank you so much for this video!! This is so helpfull for beginner like me, and it’s so easy following your steps 👌
Apart from the inches confusion, this is very useful for me, thanks so much
I was looking for such a video. Thank God l found you.
Thank you so much for this wonderful tutorial. You explain everything so well.
God bless you!
Sheela from Mumbai lndia.
Wow u r the only one who explain it where I didn't get bored n could understand, thank u so much for this video, I look forward to following u a lot more thanks.
I'll watch this repeatedly until I memorized all the lines.. I've been wanting to learn not dressmaking but just sewing bcos I dont have a doll growing up.. maybe just the idea to create my own clothes.. the view, captions and instructions all came together like I'm watching it in personal.. thank you for sharing your knowledge..
Thank you for taking the time to make such an amazing video! I’m a beginner and your videos are so easy to follow and I love how and why you do the thing you do ❤️❤️
I have watched this video at least 4 times, thank you for your expertise and knowledge
Glad it was helpful!
Just found you today. What an excellent tutorial! Thank you!
Thanks dear 💕
Thank thank thank you so much 🙏 for sharing your knowledge, God bless your finances and your projects. I'm appreciate your time explaining how to draw a pattern. Now I have a better idea of how I have to do my patterns.
I love how good you are at explaining things in this video!! I’ve run into a bit of a problem though where the baseline measurements you gave don’t seem to work with my measurements I’ve taken. For example you said to divide the bust measurement by 6 and add 1.5 to fine the upper chest, then go that far from the shoulder to get it.. my chest is 46” which gives me 9.16”, and it falls exactly where the bustline was plotted in the beginning of the video. Some of the baseline measurements you give don’t seem to be “one size fits all” so I would love to see another video with how to find exact measurements. But otherwise great video you are one of my favorite channels on UA-cam, you’ve taught me so much!!
Same for me too
You're a gem, I searched the whole of UA-cam for you
Thank you so much for making it so clear👍
Your tuts are the best very educational. I went to seeing school years ago for a little while I have all my things u excited me to start to pull my sewing machine out and an make cloths so thankful for yr tuts and video s thank u for shareing
You are on point and a good teacher.Very calm and warm.
Thank you so much! As an aspiring Fashion designer who can't yet go to fashion school, this has been really helpful to me and on my journey to make patterns for clothes.
Great video.
I have a question though.
You divided the bust measurement in 4, so it seems the front and back would be the same width. Is this just for relatively flat chested ladies? Is there some other adjustment needed for breast with larger cup size?
Thanks
You can add darts !
They'll shape the bodice to your chest :)
I would measure with a tshirt on and measure from side seam to side seam at front and at back divide each of those measurements in half to find out your front and back measurements.
It's the stsndard.
Just take and use your correct measurement. Works for every body size. as long as you are using your correct measurement.
I was wondering the same thing but I think taking front and back measurements separately then diving by two and making the front and back pieces respectively should accommodate for a larger bust. Also, darting could fix the back panels however I think there would be too much extra fabric taken in with darts to create a fitted back if using the front measurements for the back panel.
I have the same question. Don’t think this fits everybody, front and back are the same?
Before post this tutorial, have you ever tried whether it fit you?
Thank you so much for this simple, concise and well explained tutorial. I've been looking for exactly this for several years.
Thank you so much mam. I, learn more things from your sewing tutorial. It's so useful God bless you and l watch your sewing tutorial more. Thank you again.
Thank You so much. I couldn't follow what my teacher was doing in class, you saved my day !!!!💖
I'm from Sri Lanka... your sewing videos are very clear and very useful. Thank u very much...
Thanks. ..OK so I'm about to make me my first pattern. ..wish me luck 😊
Good luck Jen. Let us know how it goes 👌
Jen jen - Good luck, even though you should have make your pattern by now 😜
Jen jen hi! Any update on your bodice? P.S. My Nana used to call me Jen Jen. ❤️
I’m so great full for the clearest explanation that ever
Thank you so much for doing this! I've been watching videos on how to do a basic bodice block but yours is the one that explains it the most thoroughly. At least one I can completely understand. It's easy to follow and because you took so clearly it's easy to watch the video and learn. Thank you so much I know that patterning can be intimidating but you make it look so fun
Thank you for your kind comment. Pattern making can be exciting and fun, I usually aim to make each pattern tutorial as easy as possible.
Good morning thank you so much I understand every step you make with this pattern
A new subscriber to your channel, I've experienced the best explanations on bodice pattern so far. Thank you.
what about the length? Is there any different in sizes?
I tried using these measurements for length and it didn't work for me. I will try to use my own measurements and will see how it will come out. :/
Thank you so much. This tutorial is so detailed and east to follow. I’m a new sewer and I was able to draft it and make my first garment. It wasn’t perfect but it was way better than I had imagined. I’ve seen you add facings on other projects so I did so. I now understand the need for interfacing which I didn’t have on hand. I’m so exciting to keep practicing
Try visiting other pattern making sites in UA-cam. It is good to compare pattern making methods.
This is very much clear for a beginner like me
Thanks. Needed to make a dress bodice and this has been of good help. Thank a lot
I think you're my favourite sewing tutorial channel on youtube. Nobody else is as clear and easy to follow. Thank you so much for your videos.
Thank you so much. Now I fully understand the measurements.
Thank you so much. It helps a lot for beginner like me.
Thank you, i´m pattern maker in Brasil and i´m studing how people do this work around the world especially USA and UK, terms, unit of measurement, and your video had help me a lot. I´m not good at english so sorry for bad grammar
I swear you made it soooo very easy for many to understand 🙌. Thank you for this
You're welcome Jacqueline 😊
Thank you for this. I knew I could do my own but everyone else has made it so complicated. I will be making my own tomorrow
I love this video
Thank you for clear instructions 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿
Fantastic video, thanks Priscillia!
Your directions are so easy to understand! Thank you
Very easy to understand tutorial, tnx Kim
I’m so lucky we have basically the same measurements- I’m so bad with numbers. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you so much!! This tutorial was so amazing and easy to follow!! ☺☺☺
Glad it was helpful!
You explained it soo well
You just got a new subscriber
thank you so much for this... this helps a lot with my project I'm about to do
Thank you for explaining so clearly
You will be my best teacher 🙏❤️😍
thank you 🙏
Oh my gahd. You made it so clear. Thank you!!
Thank you Kim for doing this video, you have simplified it so much I now feel confident to make clothes from the block. I have subscribed to your channel.
I know we are all here learning but goooooooorl your nails 😍😍😍😍😍😊😁
I am definitely going to try this. Been looking for another tutorial for long cuff sleeves that can be buttoned up.
You rock!!! Thanks gal!!! You just took my learning to a whole new level!!! 👍👍
Thanks a lot. I really wanted to make a pattern for myself and your video is a very great help.
Thank you so much Kim. Well explained. Very easy to follow.
Best video ever. You just saved me from 1000 videos 🤦🏼♀️🤦🏼♀️🤦🏼♀️
Thanks for giving this valuable lessons .... thanks ❤️
This is so simple information thank you .
Fantastic- really clear and at a good pace -
Glad it helped!
I adore you and your patterns. This was a GREAT tutorial.
Thankss Kim for the kind feedback
This is super clear and understandable. Thank you so much.
I really love your teaching on cutting is explanatory, pls ma can we get the teaching part of this same video
Really enjoyed watching ....lots of love from india♥️
Wow, super clear and well-done video. Congratulations and thank you!
this tutorial was so good. you just got a new follower
Good teaching. Thank you.
Nice tutorial, thank you.
Question:
Is this good for male body patterns as well, or would I need to adjust any measurements to have a good male fit?
Thank you for a very clear and detailed video. Now I can reclaim the skills I lost.
You have explained it so well❤😍
Good tutorial! Very helpful ❤
Thank you. I think your videos are very clear and easy to follow. Are the formulas (1” shoulder drop, divide by, etc) the same for men and women? I am only beginning to make patterns and sew clothing. I have worked on upholstery and backpacks and such but I’m new to clothing. I really appreciate your clear and easy to follow instruction in the videos.
This is so simple to follow i will try it and feed back thank you so much stay blessed
Thanks 🙏 your explaining method is absolutely amazing x
Thank You Kim’s😍I have been avoiding to do this all done ✅
You are great designer
Thanks so much Kim, your tutorial is well detailed, am a new beginner and I just hit the bell button to always get notify anytime you post😍💖☘️🌺🌿🌸
Thank you that was very informative ❤️
This video is really great, thank you
Thank you so much! I'm just learning how to draft patterns and your channel has been a huge help! I just have one question: how do you adjust the distance between the bust, hip, and waistline? I'm not too sure how to take those measurements ^^"
There are UA-cam videos
What about the sleeves??? Do you have a basic block sleeve going with this bodice? Pls make a video on that as well so we have all info together. Great work lovely your video very educational and like your spirit.
Thanks for sharing your knowledge God bless you
My pleasure
Super nice blocks, you've helped me learn.
It was very helpful thanks a lot easy steps to follow... Where is the part to laying the clothe and actually making the dress now 🙃
Hi love your tutorial, I have a question. Why do we have to measure the upper bust with inch tape and save the value (like we did the bust,waist and hips)if we directly connect the armhole to the centerfront and create the upper bust line? Did I miss any step
Can u pls make a video explaining what is the purpose of making the diamond dart in the middle?
This video is very helpful. Amazing! I have one question. Don’t we have to measure the armhole to draw this basic block ? And how to draw a dress block using this basic pattern ?
Thank you for sharing with us
i like this, very clear for me, thank u!!!!
Glad it was helpful!
How did you determine the distance from shoulder to bust, the distance between bust and waist and waist to hip?
I measured myself to get those figures. I recommend measuring yourself for the best outcome
Thank you so much, Kim, I have been starting on sewing and I have no idea how to a pattern and this video helped me so much! God bless you x
Good tutorial very interesting, could you pls show the shoulder dart in case of adapting the pattern to accommodate other little styles. Thanks
How do we know how far apart to draw the lines? Should I also measure the length as well? Bust to waist and waist to hip?