#33 Create a Custom Fit Skirt Block

They say it’s too complex—all that measuring and math. Why bother, when there are so many patterns that are inexpensive and ready-made?

Well, I’m here to tell you that creating a block pattern is no more complex than what you’re already trying to do when you buy a ready-made sewing pattern. In fact, you may even find it easier than trying to figure out how to make that ready-made pattern fit you.

If you constantly struggle with fitting—no matter what pattern company you use—creating a set of personalized pattern blocks may just be the right next step for you. A basic block, drafted to your measurements and refined to fit your shape, means you get to skip all the fitting issues that arise in commercially made patterns.

The process of creating your basic block is exactly like learning how to sew. You’ll take it one step at a time:

• Take your body measurements
  
• Make a few calculations
  
• Follow a sequence of steps
  

This will result in a made-to-measure pattern, ready to be fit to your unique shape.

The beauty of this method is that you only need to fit one garment, one time. And since the pattern is drafted using your body measurements, you'll most likely avoid the common fitting issues that show up when using other sewing patterns.

Now, I know this may need some convincing, so I’m extending an invitation to you to join my Skirt Block Mini Class. 

When you sign up for the class you'll receive the drafting instructions for a woven skirt block and a series of emails that will give you step-by-step guidance in creating a custom size skirt pattern using your personal body measurements. 

In just 5 days you'll have a made to measure skirt pattern with additional tutorials on how to fit it, how to draft a waistband for it, and how to design a flared skirt using your block.

If you're tired of constantly making the same fitting adjustments to commercial sewing patterns, fed up with compromising on style, and want to begin creating your own patterns that fit, this class is for you! 

Don't hesitate, sign up today and get started right away.

Be sure to look for a link to join the In-House Patterns Facebook group in your first email so you can discuss and share your work with the others who are also following along. 

I'll see you there.

Alexandra

PS
Looking for more advanced drafting and fitting classes? You'll find them HERE.