In this session, I taught how to tape the design lines for the Amanda draped jacket on a dress form.

I started by adding reference lines like center front, waistline, and bust points which will help transfer the draped pieces to the pattern later.

I demonstrated taping the style lines – the draped collar neckline, the front panel extending out from center front, the angled hemline hitting at different lengths, and the side panel piece. I also explained measuring the armhole and potentially widening it for ease.

Lesson Steps:

• Add a bust bridge to create a straight line across the bust area
• Tape the draped collar neckline from center front up and around
• Tape the angled front hemline hitting lower at center front
• Tape the side panel piece angling out from the side seam
• Measure and tape an adjusted wider armhole if needed
• Mark any potential back neck dart
• Determine if a front bust dart is needed based on the dress form shape
• Measure the lengths and widths needed to cut muslin pieces, adding extra for ease