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Learn Classic Girls Wear Frock Pattern Making & Sewing
Rating: 4.6 out of 5(68 ratings)
531 students
Created bySmitha D Rao
Last updated 6/2024
English

What you'll learn

  • Pattern Drafting for Children's Frocks for three Classic Frock Styles
  • Conversion techniques of a basic garment pattern into frock patterns : A-Line Frock, Hip Line Frock, Neckline Designs, Puffy and Short Sleeve Patterns
  • Garment Pattern Layout and Cutting of a Simple A-Line Frock
  • Sewing procedure of a Simple A-Line Frock with Center Back Full Open Plackets and Peter Pan Collar
  • Understanding fabric behavior, pattern layout on fabric, and cutting out patterns for A-Line Frock
  • Theoretical understanding of Grain Lines of Fabric, Importance of Ironing and Finishing
  • Understanding of the types of materials, trims and fasteners suitable for children's wear

Course content

4 sections16 lectures1h 54m total length
  • Introduction to the Course0:53
  • Introduction to fabric grain and its behavior2:58

    A description of importance of considering the right fabric direction while cutting out garments.

  • Choice of Paper for Pattern Drafting3:30
  • Introduction to Drafting Garment Patterns4:57

    I am going to introduce to this course - pattern drafting for girls wear, what is pattern drafting and concepts to be applied for kids wear pattern drafting.

  • Theoretical Explanation for Drafting Front Basic Bodice Block6:57

    This is a theoretical description of the drafting sequences applied for creation of front bodice block pattern. Do refer any one standard size for drafting blocks. If already know how to take body measurements, then you can go ahead and make the blocks for personalized measurements.

  • How to use Curve Rulers in Drafting3:11

    This is a short lesson about the practical application of different kinds of drawing tools and curve rulers used in pattern drafting. A student must use these rulers if he / she is finding it difficult to draw long lines, curvy seam lines of armholes etc.

  • Theoretical explanation of Drafting Back Bodice & Sleeve Block3:04

    This is a theoretical description of the drafting sequences applied for creation of back bodice block pattern and sleeve block pattern. You will be able to watch the actual demo of drafting after this tutorial.

  • Demonstration for Drafting Kids Foundation Blocks16:36

    There is a step by step presentation of instructions needed to draft paper patterns. You can buy a useful book online titled 'Creative Garment Patterns for your Wardrobe' by Ms. Smitha D Rao. This book is available on 'Notionpress.com'.

    Learning Outcomes:

    • Familiarize oneself with all the body measurements required for creating kids wear garment patterns

    • Learn how to apply formulae on these body measurements to create master patters for kids wear

    • Learn how to draw or draft a garment pattern on paper to create re-usable paper pattern templates

  • Creating Pattern Templates of Foundation Blocks8:45

    Once you draft the basic bodice blocks and sleeve block, now in the next stage you need to create separate pattern templates for back bodice and front bodice. Also it is better to show the clear distinction between the front sleeve cap and back sleeve cap curve in the sleeve block. This process of separating the patterns makes it very convenient for students who have just about started to learn drafting. Having separated patterns for front and back avoids a lot of confusion.

  • Calculations using standard body measurements
  • Photos of Foundation Blocks

Requirements

  • Basic mathematics skill, a fair understanding of clothing construction and how to take body measurements
  • Basic drawing skills- Note all drawings must be made using clutch pencil or sharp pencil
  • Basic knowledge of different fabrics available in the market, good knowledge of choice of fabrics for different seasons
  • Good color sense and ability to use good color harmonies and choose right fabric textures
  • Good sewing skills as garment construction is not included in Part-1 but in Part-2 of the course

Description

This course is a practical explanation about how to develop block patterns for children's frock styles. Kids wear is the next level after one learns elementary pattern making and tailoring. Once you complete the course you will have a fair understanding of children's body measurements for different age groups. You will develop the skill of applying simple flat pattern methods and pattern alteration techniques to create a variety of frock styles.

Kids wear form the foundation for learning pattern development and garment construction. Typically adult's clothing is a replica of kids wear or vice versa. Kids wear pattern development is much more simpler as their bodies do not have complex curves and contours or bulges. Anybody who can learn kids wear apparel production can easily adapt himself or herself into a good pattern master eventually and one who is able to create patterns for adult's clothing as well.

The course begins with an introductory presentation about the course content followed by a practical demonstration for drawing foundation garment patterns for kids wear. Pattern adaptation methods are demonstrated to convert these basic garment templates into a variety of styles to construct girls wear clothing like the classic A-Line frock, waistline frock with a flared skirt, hipline frock with a gathered skirt. Anybody who has basic knowledge of sewing can learn to design and develop few classic frock designs from this course.

Pattern making is not just science or mathematics but it is creativity as well. The visual appeal of a garment depends on the choice of garment silhouette, drape, cut and structure. Factors like fabric, colors, prints, trims and finishes matter a lot while developing a design. A sheer fabric creates a flat effect in a gathered skirt but yet it has a soft, feminine and flowy appearance. A denim or gaberdine gives a stiff, casual and tough-to-tear kind of a look to a frock. Satins, velvets, organza's and lace fabrics give a dressy look to a frock. On must give a thought to features like pleats, gathers, flare, canvasing etc. while choosing a fabric or a fabric design or texture.

Who this course is for:

  • Professionals looking for creative courses in fashion design, craft activities and hobby interests
  • People interested in fashion designing and looking for an alternative career
  • Home makers or people who have taken a break from a busy career or job
  • Fashion design students
  • Fashion professionals interested in easy pattern drafting techniques