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- Experiment with different dart placements and angles to achieve the desired shape and fit.

- Ensure that the total amount of fabric taken in by the darts equals the total needed reduction in the garment’s
circumference.
5 Create Style Lines:
- Experiment with adding style lines to the pattern to enhance the design.

- You can incorporate princess seams, yokes, or other design features using the dart lines as a guide.
6 Add Seam Allowance:
- Once you’re satisfied with the dart placements and style lines, add seam allowances to all pattern pieces.
- Typically, a 1/2 inch to 5/8 inch seam allowance is added around all edges.
7 Cut Out and Sew Prototype:

- Cut out the pattern pieces from fabric based on your drafted pattern.
- Sew the prototype together, leaving the edges unfinished for fitting purposes.
8 Fit and Adjust:
- Try on the prototype to assess the fit and look.

- Make any necessary adjustments to the dart placements, seam lines, or overall shape.
9 Finalize Pattern:
- Transfer any adjustments made during the fitting onto the pattern.
- Finalize the pattern by smoothing out curves, truing seam lines, and labeling pieces.
10 Make Additional Variations:
- Once you have a well-fitting pattern, experiment with different fabric choices, lengths, sleeve options, and
embellishments to create various frock styles or tunics.
Additional Tips:
- Take your time during the drafting process to ensure accuracy.

- Use muslin or inexpensive fabric for the prototype to avoid wasting expensive materials.
- Don’t hesitate to experiment with dart placements and style lines to achieve the desired look and fit.
- Keep notes of your pattern adjustments for future reference.
By following these steps and experimenting with different dart placements and style lines, you can design and
develop patterns for frock style or tunic garments with unique and flattering shapes. Designing and developing
patterns that incorporate gathers, pleats, tucks, and flare can result in garments with interesting textures, shapes,
and volume. Here’s how you can create patterns using these design elements:
Materials Needed
1 Pattern paper or any large paper for drafting.
2 Pencil, eraser, ruler, and French curve.

3 Measuring tape.
4 Fabric for making a prototype.
Steps:
1 Take Measurements

- Take accurate measurements of the wearer’s body or the mannequin if the garment is not custom-made.
Measure bust, waist, hip circumference, and desired length.
2 Draft the Basic Block
- Start by drafting a basic block pattern for the garment you intend to create (e.g., top, dress, skirt).

- Use the bust, waist, hip measurements to draft the basic block.

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