3.2 Pattern Blocks and Pattern Grading

• describe different markings on commercial patterns
• take body measurements used in clothing construction
• draft various basic pattern blocks in clothing construction
• grade the basic pattern blocks in clothing construction
• adopt use of drafted pattern blocks in clothing construction

“How can basic pattern blocks be used to create designs in clothing construction?”

“How does pattern drafting and grading influence the fit and function of garments?”

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1. Patterns and pattern blocks
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Explain what a pattern is and how a pattern block is used.
2. Markings on commercial patterns
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Identify and interpret the markings on commercial patterns.
3. Tools for pattern drafting
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Identify the tools, equipment and materials used in pattern drafting.
4. Taking upper body measurements
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Take and record the upper body measurements used for a bodice block.
5. Taking lower body measurements
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Take and record the lower body and length measurements.
6. Drafting the bodice block
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Draft a bodice block and mark the centre front, armhole and dart.
7. Drafting the skirt block
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Draft a skirt block using the waist, hip and length measurements.
8. Drafting the sleeve block
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Draft a sleeve block with a curved head and a grain line.
9. Drafting the short block
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Draft a short block using the crotch depth and length measurements.
10. Markings and symbols on blocks
    40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
    Add the correct markings and symbols to a drafted pattern block.
11. Grading pattern blocks
    40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
    Grade a basic pattern block one size up and one size down.
12. Using pattern blocks to create designs
    40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
    Review the whole node and use a block to create a design.