How to Draft and Sew a Fitted Bodice
A 10-part course with Professor Pincushion
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Professor Pincushion has been picking up the thread and needle for over 15 years. She has experience in apparel and home decorating sewing, quilting, and embroidery. She’s taught private and group sewing lessons and continues to develop her own... View ProfileDetails
- Total Time 1 hr, 59 min
- Lessons 10
- Attachments 2
- Exercises 31
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63 CQ
10 Lessons in This Course
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11 minFREEClothes Making lesson 1Free6 CQ
In the first part of our basic bodice pattern drafting series, learn how to take accurate front body measurements and start creating your bodice draft.
with Professor PincushionIn the first part of our basic bodice pattern drafting series, learn how to take accurate front body measurements and start creating your bodice draft.
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13 minClothes Making lesson 27 CQ
In this second DIY sewing lesson on drafting a basic bodice block pattern, use the measurements you’ve taken to start plotting points for seams!
with Professor PincushionIn this second DIY sewing lesson on drafting a basic bodice block pattern, use the measurements you’ve taken to start plotting points for seams!
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13 minClothes Making lesson 37 CQ
This third lesson continues drafting the pattern for your front bodice block. Draft the armhole, shape the side seam and waistline, and add a dart.
with Professor PincushionThis third lesson continues drafting the pattern for your front bodice block. Draft the armhole, shape the side seam and waistline, and add a dart.
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10 minClothes Making lesson 46 CQ
In this fourth sewing lesson on drafting a basic bodice, learn which measurements you need to take for drafting the back side of your homemade bodice.
with Professor PincushionIn this fourth sewing lesson on drafting a basic bodice, learn which measurements you need to take for drafting the back side of your homemade bodice.
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11 minClothes Making lesson 56 CQ
Professor Pincushion shows you how to draft your back bodice block by creating a neckline and beginning to give shape to the side seam and waistline.
with Professor PincushionProfessor Pincushion shows you how to draft your back bodice block by creating a neckline and beginning to give shape to the side seam and waistline.
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11 minClothes Making lesson 66 CQ
Continue creating your back bodice block in this lesson from Professor Pincushion by drafting the armhole, reshaping the side seam, and adding darts.
with Professor PincushionContinue creating your back bodice block in this lesson from Professor Pincushion by drafting the armhole, reshaping the side seam, and adding darts.
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10 minClothes Making lesson 76 CQ
You’re almost done drafting your bodice block! Professor Pincushion demonstrates how to true the front and back bodice blocks so your pattern will fit.
with Professor PincushionYou’re almost done drafting your bodice block! Professor Pincushion demonstrates how to true the front and back bodice blocks so your pattern will fit.
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7 minClothes Making lesson 84 CQ
A collarless and sleeveless bodice needs some sort of finish to its edges. In this lesson, Professor Pincushion shows you how to draft facing pattern pieces.
with Professor PincushionA collarless and sleeveless bodice needs some sort of finish to its edges. In this lesson, Professor Pincushion shows you how to draft facing pattern pieces.
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15 minClothes Making lesson 98 CQ
Are you ready to assemble your bodice? In this sewing demonstration, you’ll learn how to pair your bodice with a skirt for a uniquely designed dress.
with Professor PincushionAre you ready to assemble your bodice? In this sewing demonstration, you’ll learn how to pair your bodice with a skirt for a uniquely designed dress.
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13 minClothes Making lesson 107 CQ
You’re almost finished with your professionally sewn bodice! In this final lesson, attach the neckline and armhole facings and see your garment come together.
with Professor PincushionYou’re almost finished with your professionally sewn bodice! In this final lesson, attach the neckline and armhole facings and see your garment come together.
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10101 min10-part Clothes Making course57 CQ
Are you interested in pattern making or designing your own clothes? This course from Professor Pincushion walks you through the process of drafting a basic skirt using your own measurements, so that your DIY creation fits you and your style perfectly. You will also learn how to stitch together and assemble a skirt based on your pattern, add lining, and attach patch pockets. Clothes making has never been easier.
with Professor PincushionAre you interested in pattern making or designing your own clothes? This course from Professor Pincushion walks you through the process of drafting a basic skirt using your own measurements, so that your DIY creation fits you and your style perfectly. You will also learn how to stitch together and assemble a skirt based on your pattern, add lining, and attach patch pockets. Clothes making has never been easier.
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12159 min12-part Clothes Making course83 CQ
What’s the best part about making your own clothes? Customization! Now that you’ve tackled Professor Pincushion’s first course on “How to Make a Basic Skirt,” transform your basic skirt block into a unique garment that screams “you!” Are you the flared or pencil skirt type? Add pockets to your skirt for practicality or ruffles for a fun and flirty feel. You'll also learn how to add pleats to your skirt and make changes to the waistline. Why make one skirt when there are so many styles to choose from?
with Professor PincushionWhat’s the best part about making your own clothes? Customization! Now that you’ve tackled Professor Pincushion’s first course on “How to Make a Basic Skirt,” transform your basic skirt block into a unique garment that screams “you!” Are you the flared or pencil skirt type? Add pockets to your skirt for practicality or ruffles for a fun and flirty feel. You'll also learn how to add pleats to your skirt and make changes to the waistline. Why make one skirt when there are so many styles to choose from?
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10115 min10-part Clothes Making course64 CQ
Making your own tank top or t-shirt is easier than you think. Professor Pincushion shows you how to use your own measurements to create patterns for a basic t-shirt or tank top. For even more unique fun, you can learn how to do variations to the blocks in order to add different types of sleeves, yokes, and even a t-shirt dress. Once you have your pattern, let us show you how to sew it all together. Making your own unique clothes is fun and creative.
with Professor PincushionMaking your own tank top or t-shirt is easier than you think. Professor Pincushion shows you how to use your own measurements to create patterns for a basic t-shirt or tank top. For even more unique fun, you can learn how to do variations to the blocks in order to add different types of sleeves, yokes, and even a t-shirt dress. Once you have your pattern, let us show you how to sew it all together. Making your own unique clothes is fun and creative.
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8173 min8-part Crafts course90 CQ
Expert sewist Professor Pincushion takes you step-by-step through the tools, materials, and instructions you need to make fashionable DIY accessories and necessities.
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448 min4-part Clothes Making course26 CQ
Have some sewing repairs to do, but need a few sewing tips to get started? Learn important sewing tricks from expert seamstress Professor Pincushion, including how to repair a hole in your jeans!
with Professor PincushionHave some sewing repairs to do, but need a few sewing tips to get started? Learn important sewing tricks from expert seamstress Professor Pincushion, including how to repair a hole in your jeans!
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7138 min7-part Clothes Making course73 CQ
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10119 min10-part Clothes Making course63 CQ
Hate it when you find the perfect dress, but it just doesn't fit? In this comprehensive DIY sewing course, Professor Pincushion shows you how to make your own fitted bodice to complement a homemade skirt. Learn which measurements to take, how to draft the basic bodice block and pattern, and, finally, sew the garment together for a professional look. Your creativity and handiwork will be rewarded with a statement dress.
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Are you interested in pattern making or designing your own clothes? This course from Professor Pincushion walks you through the process of drafting a basic skirt using your own measurements, so that your DIY creation fits you and your style perfectly. You will also learn how to stitch together and assemble a skirt based on your pattern, add lining, and attach patch pockets. Clothes making has never been easier.
with Professor PincushionAre you interested in pattern making or designing your own clothes? This course from Professor Pincushion walks you through the process of drafting a basic skirt using your own measurements, so that your DIY creation fits you and your style perfectly. You will also learn how to stitch together and assemble a skirt based on your pattern, add lining, and attach patch pockets. Clothes making has never been easier.
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Discover how to design and sew a perfect little black dress that is customized to your own body's measurements in this pattern drafting and sewing course from Sure Fit Designs.
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In this sewing course, seamstress Izzy Meimsaab demonstrates how to make a flattering peplum tunic step-by-step, from drafting the pattern to sewing the tunic into a ready-to-wear piece.
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