Basic Bodice For Fashion Design: Pattern Making Tutorial
How To Draft A Basic Bodice And Skirt Using Specific Measurements, To Fit Yourself, Your Dress Form, or Your Customer.

What you will learn
Learn how to Draft a Basic Bodice, and Skirt, from scratch, using specific measurements.
How to measure a Dress Form, or Yourself, or your Customer, and draft a basic pattern.
How to measure a Client’s body and using her measurements to draft a basic pattern.
Learn How to True Darts, using a Tracing Wheel on Pattern Paper to draft a perfect pattern.
Included is a very basic general concept of Pattern Grading, and how to apply it to your patterns.
Why take this course?
🌟 Course Title: Basic Bodice For Fashion Design: Pattern Making Tutorial
Course Headline: Master the Art of Drafting a Basic Bodice and Skirt with Precise Measurements 📏✨
Course Description:
🚀 Imagine the possibilities when you master the art of fashion design pattern making! With our "Basic Bodice For Fashion Design" course, you'll learn how to take measurements accurately—whether it's for yourself, your dress form, or a client. This comprehensive course is designed for designers at every level, from beginners to seasoned professionals.
Who is this course for?
- Beginners: Dive into the world of fashion design by learning how to draft a Basic Bodice and Skirt from scratch using precise measurements.
- Intermediate Designers: Enhance your skills by mastering the process of measuring bodies or dress forms and drafting patterns that fit specific measurements.
- Advanced Designers: Elevate your "made-to-order" designs by learning to create perfect fits for individual customers.
In this Course, You Will Learn:
✅ Drafting a Basic Bodice: Understand the step-by-step process of creating Front and Back bodice patterns based on specific measurements.
✅ Drafting a Basic Skirt: Gain the skills to draft Front and Back skirt patterns using precise measurements.
✅ Measuring Techniques: Learn how to accurately measure a Dress Form, Yourself, or a Client, and then draft a basic pattern from these measurements.
✅ True Darts: Master the technique of "True Darts" with a tracing wheel on pattern paper to achieve the perfect fit.
✅ Basic Introduction to Pattern Grading: Get an overview of pattern grading as you begin your journey into advanced pattern making.
🎉 Plus, enjoy some bonus videos that will complement your learning experience!
Tools Needed:
- Tape Measure
- Pattern Paper
- Pencil
- Ruler
- Tracing Wheel
- Scissors
- French Curve and/or Hip Curve
- A Dress Form (Highly Recommended)
Why Study Pattern Making by Measurement?
Knowledge is power, especially in fashion design. Learning to draft outfits that fit perfectly is not only empowering but also opens up a world of opportunities for custom design and personal expression. This course serves as the foundation for all other pattern making courses, ensuring you build a strong base from the start.
Elevate Your Fashion Design Skills:
This course is more than just a starting point—it's a stepping stone to becoming a proficient fashion designer. Whether you're just beginning or already an expert in the field, continuous learning and skill development are key to success in fashion. Our courses cover a wide range of topics, including Fashion Sketching, Fashion Draping, Advanced Pattern Making, The Business of Fashion, Curating Fashion Collections, Fabric Usage, and Textile Industry insights.
Unlock Your Potential:
With the freedom to learn fashion design in the comfort of your own home, at your own pace, and with full lifetime access, you can save on expensive tuition while gaining invaluable knowledge and skills. These high-quality, rewindable videos allow you to master each concept thoroughly before moving on to more complex topics.
Your Path to Becoming a Fashion Designer:
Regardless of your goals—whether it's for hobby, financial gain, or building a professional portfolio and fashion website—our courses empower you with the knowledge and confidence to succeed. Learn how to market your fashion line effectively and add an impressive array of skills to your repertoire without the burden of high educational costs.
🎓 Embrace the opportunity to transform your passion for fashion into a rewarding career or hobby. With this comprehensive course, you're well on your way to becoming a skilled, versatile, and successful fashion designer. Let's get stitching! ✂️🔧🌿
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Our review
📍 Overall Course Rating: 4.71
The course has received overwhelmingly positive reviews, with students praising the clarity of instructions, the knowledgeability of the instructor, Nino Via, and the practical application of the skills taught. The majority of the feedback emphasizes the course's effectiveness in teaching pattern making and the ease with which complex concepts are explained.
Pros:
- 🎓 Clear Instructions: Students have found the instructions to be very clear, suitable for both beginners and those with some experience in pattern making.
- 🧠 Easy to Understand: Nino Via's teaching style is praised for being understandable and engaging, making it easier for students to grasp the concepts.
- 💖 Engaging Content: The course content has been described as both educational and inspiring, with many students expressing gratitude and enthusiasm for the material covered.
- 👤 Personal Touch: Nino's approach is personal and relatable, which helps in retaining focus and understanding.
- 💎 Practical Application: Students appreciate the real-world application of the skills learned, with several expressing immediate plans to apply what they've learned.
- 🤝 Supportive Learning Environment: The course has been commended for being a supportive environment for learning pattern making.
Cons:
- 🤔 Basic Skills: Some students feel that the course content is basic and can be found for free on YouTube, suggesting that more advanced techniques might be desired.
- 👁️🗨️ Live Demonstrations: There's a request for more demonstrations on taking measurements on a live person instead of on a mannequin to provide a clearer understanding.
- ✏️ Ease and Dart Adjustments: A few students have pointed out that the method for creating blocks, particularly regarding ease and back dart adjustments, was not fully covered according to their expectations.
- 🌍 Language Pace: While the instructor's English is praised for clarity and good pronunciation, some non-native speakers might benefit from a slower pace or additional support in understanding.
Additional Notes:
- The course has been described as a "treasure" for beginners and those looking to refine their fitting techniques.
- Nino Via's teaching approach is considered mentor-like, with enthusiasm and passion evident throughout the course.
- Several students have expressed anticipation for continuing their learning journey with additional courses offered by Nino Via.
Student Testimonials:
- "The course was an eye opener and I have finally found what I have been looking for."
- "He was extremely precise and detailed. He totally held my attention."
- "It would be nicer to see measurements taken on a live model, nonetheless, I am glad to have come across this course."
Instructor's Strengths:
- Precision and detail in explanation and demonstration.
- Relatable and engaging teaching style.
- Clear and easy-to-follow steps for pattern making.
In summary, the course is highly regarded by students for its educational content, clear instructions, and the approachable manner of the instructor. It's recommended for anyone interested in learning pattern making, with some suggestions for improvement to enhance the live demonstration aspect and to cover more advanced techniques.