Barbara – 06 – Draping the Basic Bodice – Front
In this lesson, I taught how to drape the front bodice on the dress form. We pinned the fabric along the bust line, apex, neckline, and shoulder points. Then smoothed out excess fabric and created darts at the waist and armhole areas to achieve the proper fit. Lesson Steps:
Barbara – 05 – Muslin Preparation for Skirt
In this session, I taught how to prepare the muslin fabric for draping a basic skirt. We determined the appropriate length and width measurements needed for the front and back skirt pieces based on the dress form’s size. I demonstrated the process of cutting out the muslin fabric pieces required for draping a basic skirt. […]
Barbara – 04 – Muslin Preparation for Bodice
In this lesson, I taught how to prepare the muslin fabric for draping the basic bodice. We measured the required lengths and widths, cut the fabric pieces, and pressed the seam allowances. Lesson Steps:
Barbara – 03 – Muslin Fundamentals
In this lesson, I recommend starting with lightweight muslin fabric for draping until you get comfortable with folding, pinning, and manipulating darts. I explain the different grain lines in fabrics, including straight grain, cross grain, and bias, and their respective stretch properties. Lesson Steps:
Barbara – 02 – Required Tools
Essential tools needed for draping and pattern making. We discuss the importance of having the right equipment, such as a sewing machine, dress form, muslin fabric, pattern paper, pins, measuring tools, and other accessories.
Barbara – 01 – Introduction
Draping a Classic Princess Bodice
In this lesson, I taught how to create a classic princess bodice through draping. I demonstrated how to measure the dress form, prepare muslin pieces, and drape both the front and back sections of the bodice, including the center and side pieces. Lesson Steps:
Draping Basic Bodice Foundation with Center Front Dart
In this lesson, I taught how to create a bodice with a center front dart using draping techniques. I demonstrated the process of preparing the dress form, placing and pinning the muslin, and creating the center front dart. I also showed how to drape the back of the bodice and make necessary adjustments. Lesson Steps:
Draping Basic Bodice Foundation with Armhole Dart
In this lesson, I taught how to drape an armhole princess bodice, which differs from the classic princess bodice. I demonstrated how to prepare the muslin, drape the front and back pieces, and create the side panels. I also explained the importance of adding ease and making adjustments for a proper fit. Lesson Steps:
Draping Basic Bodice Foundation with Shoulder Dart
In this lesson, I taught how to create a shoulder dart through draping. I demonstrated the process of manipulating fabric to create a well-fitted bodice, focusing on the shoulder area and explaining the difference between armhole and shoulder darts. Lesson Steps: I also explained that this process creates a workable bodice that can be further […]
