Successful dressmaking projects rely on a properly sized pattern, this 4-week course takes you through the steps to size a basic block and create a perfect fit dress block to your own measurements. Once adjustments have been made, you will be able to use this as your own block to create skirts and tops.

The course will cover:

• Taking body measurements and identifying the correct size block to your measurements.
• Making adjustments to the block.
• Making a basic pattern with seam allowances.
• Cutting out the prototype pattern as a 'toile' in calico and sewing together.
• Fitting and adjusting the toile.
• Transferring the adjustments to your block pattern, ready for creating a style.

If you prefer you may bring the dress pattern you wish to adjust to form your basic block. Some previous experience will be helpful.

Materials required: Roll of white paper, HB propelling pencil with eraser, Biro, Scotch invisible tape, tape measure, paper scissors, fabric scissors.