• Combinations of structures

    A pattern maker doesn’t judge: they measure and adapt. This article explores how pattern making translates the body into proportions and structures, showing eight possible morphologies from the crossing of internal and external structures. A technical act that is also respect for body diversity

  • Equality lies in inequality

    Equality does not mean uniformity. This post examines the morphological differences between male and female bodies and their impact on pattern making

  • Anatomy and body measurements

    The human body is the foundation of pattern making: anatomy, reference points and essential measurements to design and cut with precision

  • Measurements 3 – Female front bust

    This article explains how to measure the front bust height on the female body and how to calculate the vertical bust development, a key parameter in pattern making. The differences between front and back bust measurements define the body shape and help build balanced, accurate patterns

  • Measurements 2 – Front bust

    Originally published on March 12, 2013 Measurements 2Front bust The front bust is one of the key vertical measurements in patternmaking. That’s why it deserves its own dedicated post. What is the front bust and why does it matter? First, we…

  • Cutting Methods: The Great Deception

    Originally published on May 10, 2013 Cutting Methods:The Great Deception Everyone who visits this blog has heard of — and probably studied — one or more cutting methods. Each claims to be the one and only true way. A quick search…

  • Measurements 1 – Main Vertical Measurements of the Slopers

    Originally published on March 10, 2013 Measurements 1Main Vertical Measurements of the Slopers Introduction Before starting any fashion-related project, you need accurate body measurements. In this post, we focus on the main vertical measurements of the human body. Moreover, in future…