<div id="isPasted" style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;"><div dir="auto" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">An On-demand&nbsp;Online Course&nbsp;for drafting a Basic Darted Bodice and Sleeve Block. &nbsp;The darted bodice is your starting point to creating all &nbsp;great fitting tops, dresses, jackets, coats and &nbsp;including some underwear.&nbsp;&nbsp;This &nbsp;blocks/sloper &nbsp;is one of the &nbsp;1st foundation blocks. along with a skirt and trousers. From these 3 block all &nbsp;other block can be construct as well of any design one &nbsp;chooses. &nbsp; &nbsp;This block can be use for both woven and knitted fabrics&nbsp;</div><div dir="auto" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"> </div></div><div style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"><div dir="auto" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">This course is aimed at all leave using the easy to follow grid meathered develop but your tutor Julia Burrows.&nbsp; As this is a darted block allowing for fit around the bust it is not suitable for children&#39;s or men&#39;s wear, insted look at the simple dartless bodice block course&nbsp;</div><div dir="auto" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"> </div><div dir="auto" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">A darted block can be contacted for any size bust big or small, as it is constructed to your own body measurements. Once construct and toiled to get an accurately fitted &nbsp;you would not be required to do a big or small bust alteration to you pattern each time. &nbsp;</div><div dir="auto" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"> You will learn pattern drafting methods as used in industry, to enable you to create your own patterns. Learn how to correctly measure the body, use specified measurements to create a basic block that fits and simple adaptions involved in pattern development.</div></div>The course is delivered through short video tutorials, instruction handouts and guides, plus useful tips to support your learning experience. The course is divided into units and will provide a learning journey through simple tasks and instructions.<hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;"><img src="https://images.cademy.co.uk/textiles-skills-centre/606677e4-c74a-41d4-b6d8-7e8f7292777f/original.jpeg" style="width: 155px; display: inline-block; vertical-align: bottom; margin: 5px 15px 5px 0px; text-align: left; cursor: auto; max-width: calc(100% - 5px); float: left; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; position: relative; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="width: 155px; display: inline-block; vertical-align: bottom; margin: 5px 15px 5px 0px; text-align: left; cursor: auto; max-width: calc(100% - 5px); float: left;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable">JULIA BURROWS - COURSE DEVELOPERThis course has been developed by Julia Burrows, a pattern cutter and apparel designer who worked as a successful designer and pattern cutter for 30 years on several brand ranges in South Africa and for suppliers to Marks &amp; Spencers in Britain. She has since taught pattern cutting &nbsp;and manufacturing for Fashion Enter in North London and now &nbsp;works with &nbsp;Textiles Skills Centre, for whom she develops online courses and leads on line and in person pattern and sewing workshops.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;What &nbsp;past student have said about Julia:&nbsp;&nbsp;"Julia has taught me more in ten weeks than I thought possible. I wish I had done this course before I studied my BA" &nbsp;- Sharon&nbsp;"I new absolutely nothing about pattern making and sewing when I started attending Julia&#39;s classes. I have learned so much, which has given me the skills and confidence to start my own clothing line . I am happy doing what I have always loved and dream to achieve, all thanks to Julia! - Anthea<hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;">Imagine what it&rsquo;s like to be able to make designs for yourself or for a specific person/client.Learn how to take measurements correctly, whether of you, your dress form, or a customer, julia&#39;s &nbsp;courses will teach you how to do that, step-by-step,&nbsp;This course is aimed at all leaves &nbsp;who want to learn how to &nbsp;draft a fitted&nbsp; darted&nbsp; bodice block It is also useful for intermediate designers who want to learn how to measure the body, and draft a pattern to these measurements. Advanced designers may also find this useful, especially those wanting to make &ldquo;made-to-order&rdquo; designs to fit specific customers.<img src="https://images.cademy.co.uk/textiles-skills-centre/5c227a94-7dfa-456e-b386-63c6bd778359/original.png" style="width: 700px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; cursor: auto; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; position: relative; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="width: 700px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; cursor: auto;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable">There are no prerequisites for the course but you will need the following tools:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 16px;">Tape measure,&nbsp;</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 16px;">Pattern paper</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 16px;">Pencil</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 16px;">Ruler&nbsp;</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 16px;">Tracing wheel&nbsp;</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 16px;">Scissors&nbsp;</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 16px;">French curve and/or hip curve&nbsp;</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 16px;">A Mannequin/Dress Form would be useful.</li></ul><hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;">Why should you learn how to draft using measurements?Empowerment. There&#39;s a profound sense of empowerment in realising that you have the ability to create garments tailored specifically to fit you, or to design for a particular individual.&nbsp;These courses will also give you the skill to teach to others.This course serves as the cornerstone for Julia&#39;s other Pattern Making Courses, laying the groundwork with drafting a basic bodice and skirt.Julia&#39;s courses are designed to cultivate the skills necessary to excel as a clothing designer. Whether you&#39;re a novice or a seasoned professional, the journey of learning and refining design techniques is perpetual. Continual growth is crucial, even for those well-versed in the fundamentals of fashion design, as it broadens understanding of the industry as a whole.Whether fashion design is a passion or a source of income, these courses offer the tools to boost confidence and elevate design prowess. Whether assembling your inaugural fashion design portfolio, launching a fashion website, or mastering the art of marketing your fashion line, these courses provide the means to achieve these goals, all while circumventing the hefty costs of traditional tuition.These courses will also give you the skill to teach to others.<img src="https://images.cademy.co.uk/textiles-skills-centre/aaa04fea-3d87-4a07-b3fa-1d3840e17517/original.jpeg" style="width: 700px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; cursor: auto; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; position: relative; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="width: 700px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; cursor: auto;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable">




Pattern Drafting: The Basic Darted Bodice and Sleeve Blocks
On-Demand Online Course

Unlock the foundation of garment construction with this self-paced online course focused on drafting a Basic Darted Bodice and Sleeve Block. This is one of the essential starting points for creating well-fitted tops, dresses, jackets, coats—and even some underwear.

The darted bodice block, along with the basic skirt and trouser blocks, forms one of the three key foundation slopers in pattern drafting. From these, you can create virtually any design you envision. This versatile block can be used for both woven and knit fabrics.
Whether you're a beginner or brushing up your skills, this course suits all levels. You'll learn a grid-based drafting method developed by your tutor, Julia Burrows, which makes the process straightforward and beginner-friendly.
Because this is a darted block, it is shaped for bust fitting and not suitable for children's or men's wear. If you need a pattern for those, check out our Dartless Bodice Block course.

The darted bodice block is drafted to your personal body measurements, so it can accommodate any bust size—no need for full or small bust adjustments in future patterns. Once fitted, your block becomes a reliable tool for all your pattern-making projects.




Create with Confidence and Precision
Imagine the freedom of designing garments that fit perfectly—whether for yourself, a client, or someone special.

Whether you're pursuing fashion as a passion or profession, it all begins with one essential skill: taking accurate body measurements.
In this course, Julia will walk you through each step of the measuring and drafting process—whether you're working on your own body, a dress form, or a client—so you can confidently create garments that truly fit.

This course is perfect for:
Beginners ready to learn how to draft a fitted, darted bodice block
Intermediate designers looking to refine their measuring and pattern-drafting techniques
Advanced makers aiming to produce made-to-measure or bespoke designs
No matter your level, you'll gain the foundational skills needed to transform body measurements into beautifully fitting patterns.








What You’ll Learn:
How to take accurate body measurements.
How to draft a custom darted bodice and sleeve block.
Core industry techniques for pattern drafting.
What’s Included:
Step-by-step video tutorials.
Printable instruction handouts and measurement guides.
Helpful tips to support your drafting journey.
A clear, unit-based structure to guide you through the process.

Start building a solid foundation for your handmade wardrobe—one perfectly fitted pattern at a time.







COURSE DEVELOPER:  JULIA BURROWS


This course has been developed by Julia Burrows, a pattern cutter and apparel designer who worked as a successful designer and pattern cutter for 30 years on several brand ranges in South Africa and for suppliers to Marks & Spencers in Britain. 
She has since taught pattern cutting and manufacturing for Fashion Enter in London and now works with Textiles Skills Centre, for whom she develops online courses and leads on-line and in-person pattern and sewing workshops. 

What past student have said about Julia: 
"Julia has taught me more in ten weeks than I thought possible. I wish I had done this course before I studied my BA" - Sharon
 "I new absolutely nothing about pattern making and sewing when I started attending Julia's classes. I have learned so much, which has given me the skills and confidence to start my own clothing line . I am happy doing what I have always loved and dream to achieve, all thanks to Julia! - Anthea










There are no prerequisites for the course but you will need the following tools:
Tape measure
Pattern paper
Pencil
Ruler
Tracing wheel
Scissors
French curve and/or hip curve
A Mannequin/Dress Form would be useful.



Why Learn to Draft Using Body Measurements?
Because knowledge equals confidence—and fit is everything.

There’s something truly empowering about knowing how to draft garments that are made to fit real bodies—whether your own or someone else’s. It gives you creative control, technical skill, and the ability to bring any design to life with precision. And once you've mastered it, you'll even have the knowledge to teach others.

This course forms the foundation of Julia’s Pattern Making series, starting with the essential skills of drafting a basic bodice and skirt. It’s a perfect entry point for beginners, and a valuable refresher for experienced designers looking to sharpen their techniques.

Whether you're just starting out or already working in fashion, growth is constant. These courses are designed to support your journey—helping you expand your skills, understand industry methods, and build a strong base for more complex designs.

Whether fashion is your passion or profession, you’ll gain:
The confidence to create custom-fit garments
The skills to develop a design portfolio or launch your own fashion line
A cost-effective, professional alternative to traditional fashion school

And most importantly, you’ll gain the ability to design clothing that truly fits the person it’s made for.




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An short online course learning simple pattern drafting skills. Develop a darted bodice and sleeve blocks, used to create easy fitting garments of your own design.

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