The Pattern Making Class is proud to give you the opportunity to start making your own patterns by giving you the most developed and resolved framework to start from.

WHAT IS A BLOCK?

A pattern block is a template for a type of garment eg: pant block for making pants. The great thing is that you have a broad selection to choose from here.

A good practitioner needs blocks, they provide a great fit, consistency and balance to patterns.

HOW TO CHOOSE YOUR BLOCK AND SIZE?

· Decide on the style of garments you may like to make. Each block page has examples of garments and suggestions listed to help. For example, the fitted bodice block can be used for many types of tops and dresses.

· Check the measurements; these are NOT your body measurements; they are the basic block measurements. Always refer to a garment that you may like and use those measurements to match your block.

> Fitted blocks have 5cm more than your bust/waist hip.

> Relaxed blocks have 9-12 cm's more than your bust waist & hip.

The block is not a pattern. So be aware that it will not have the added things you can add like flare, gathers and tucks, for example. The possibilities are endless!      

There is no seam allowance on any block. You decide how much you would like to add.

HOW WILL I RECEIVE MY BLOCK?

Your block will be plotted onto pattern making card and be well labelled with the size, the piece name, straight grains and balance marks.· It will be hole punched so you can hang it on a string or pattern hook.

The block(s) will be rolled, (NEVER FOLDED) and posted to you in a cardboard cylinder.. PRO TIP- give them an iron to flatten and smooth them out when unpacked.

HOW MUCH WILL POSTAGE COST AUSTRALIA WIDE?

· All postage is a flat rate $6.50 and FREE POSTAGE when your items are $75 or more.