freesewing/markdown/org/docs/patterns/titan/instructions/en.md

<Note>

###### Titan is a block, not a pattern

A block is a basic shape on which other patterns are based.
They are sometimes also called slopers, although purists will argue that a block and a sloper are different things.

Blocks are typically not made as-is but rather serve as a basis for other patterns so the instructions below will not go in depth about closures or finishes and are for the default Titan block.

</Note>

### Step 1: Mock-up Construction

-   Join the outseam (the seam that runs along the side of your leg) of the front and back.
-   Join the inseam (the seam the runs along the inside of your legs) of the front and back.
-   You now have a leg. Repeat for the other leg, **making certain they are mirror images of each other**.
-   Turn one leg with the good side in, and the other with the good side out.
-   Now tuck the *good side out* into the *good side in* leg, so that they have their *good sides together*.
-   Align and sew the cross seam.

<Note>

You may need to leave an opening in the front cross seam so you can pin yourself in.

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<Tip>

If you are making adjustments you may wish to sew the seams wrong sides together to make them easier to adjust.

</Tip>

### Step 2: Try it on

-   Try it on and check the fit by pinning the front closed whilst wearing it.
-   Make any alterations and try it on again.
-   Repeat until you are happy.

<Tip>

Keep an eye out for anything you keep doing whilst wearing the mock-up, are you pulling it down? Constantly adjusting the shoulder? etc. Things like these are signs of where the pattern may need adjusting.

Sometimes you may need to wear the mock-up for an extended amount of time to get a better sense of the fit so don't be afraid to walk around in it for a couple of hours.

</Tip>

<Note>

Remember to treat Titan as a basis rather than a final product, so adjust what you need to get the desired look.\
For instance:

-   Add a front closure
-   Add pockets
-   Change the pant length
-   Change the pant width
-   Add a waistband

It is all up to you! Experiment and go forth!

</Note>

### Step 3: Make a paper pattern

-   Once happy with all your changes unpick your mockup and make a paper pattern based off of it.
-   Now you have a pattern you can use to produce a garment.

<Note>

It is best practice to make a paper pattern from the mock-up if you have made any alterations, as this will allow you to clean up any lines but also means you have a pattern that you can keep producing garments from.

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