diff --git a/sites/orgdocs/docs/designs/bella/instructions/readme.mdx b/sites/orgdocs/docs/designs/bella/instructions/readme.mdx new file mode 100644 index 00000000000..0f1fa5b0ed4 --- /dev/null +++ b/sites/orgdocs/docs/designs/bella/instructions/readme.mdx @@ -0,0 +1,81 @@ +--- +title: 'Bella Body Block: Sewing Instructions' +sidebar_label: Sewing Instructions +sidebar_position: 20 +--- + +:::note + +###### Bella 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 Bella block. + +::: + +### Step 1: Mock-up Construction + +- Close the front bust and waist darts. +- Close the back darts. +- With _good sides together_ sew the backs to the front at the shoulder seams, _easing_ the backs to fit the front. +- With _good sides together_ sew the backs to the front at the side seams. + +:::tip + +If you are making adjustments you may wish to sew the seams _wrong sides together_ to make them easier to adjust. + +::: + +:::note + +Bella has a back dart only when it is needed, based on the measurements +and design options. +If the back dart is not needed then it will be omitted from the pattern. + +::: + +### Step 2: Try it on + +- Try it on and check the fit by pinning the back closed whilst wearing it. +- Make any alterations and try it on again. +- Repeat until you are happy. + +:::tip + +If you do not have someone to help with pinning, you may find it easier to cut the front part in two with seam allowance rather than on a fold and sew the back seam up so that you can pin in the front when trying on. + +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. + +::: + +:::note + +Remember to treat Bella as a basis rather than a final product, so adjust what you need to get the desired look. +For instance: + +- Change the neck line +- Add/change the closure allowances +- Alter the dart placements +- Add a collar + +It is all up to you! Experiment and go forth! + +::: + +### 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. + +::: diff --git a/sites/orgdocs/docs/designs/bella/options/armholedepth/readme.mdx b/sites/orgdocs/docs/designs/bella/options/armholedepth/readme.mdx new file mode 100644 index 00000000000..ec8067e199c --- /dev/null +++ b/sites/orgdocs/docs/designs/bella/options/armholedepth/readme.mdx @@ -0,0 +1,7 @@ +--- +title: 'Armhole depth' +--- + +![The effect of the armhole depth option on the pattern](sample.png) + +The **armhole depth** option controls the depth of the armhole. diff --git 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+1,7 @@ +--- +title: 'High bust width' +--- + +![The effect of the high bust width option on the pattern](sample.png) + +The **high bust width** option allows you to tweak the high bust width at the front. diff --git a/sites/orgdocs/docs/designs/bella/options/highbustwidth/sample.png b/sites/orgdocs/docs/designs/bella/options/highbustwidth/sample.png new file mode 100644 index 00000000000..99757ce57ac Binary files /dev/null and b/sites/orgdocs/docs/designs/bella/options/highbustwidth/sample.png differ diff --git a/sites/orgdocs/docs/designs/bella/options/readme.mdx b/sites/orgdocs/docs/designs/bella/options/readme.mdx new file mode 100644 index 00000000000..567c873e64a --- /dev/null +++ b/sites/orgdocs/docs/designs/bella/options/readme.mdx @@ -0,0 +1,125 @@ +--- +title: 'Bella body block: Design Options' +toc_max_heading_level: 5 +sidebar_label: Design Options +sidebar_position: 10 +--- + +import Armholedepth from '@site/docs/designs/bella/options/armholedepth/readme.mdx' +import Backarmholecurvature from '@site/docs/designs/bella/options/backarmholecurvature/readme.mdx' +import Backarmholepitchdepth from '@site/docs/designs/bella/options/backarmholepitchdepth/readme.mdx' +import Backarmholeslant from '@site/docs/designs/bella/options/backarmholeslant/readme.mdx' +import Backdartheight from '@site/docs/designs/bella/options/backdartheight/readme.mdx' +import Backhemslope from '@site/docs/designs/bella/options/backhemslope/readme.mdx' +import Backneckcutout from '@site/docs/designs/bella/options/backneckcutout/readme.mdx' +import Bustdartangle from '@site/docs/designs/bella/options/bustdartangle/readme.mdx' +import Bustdartcurve from '@site/docs/designs/bella/options/bustdartcurve/readme.mdx' +import Bustdartlength from '@site/docs/designs/bella/options/bustdartlength/readme.mdx' +import Bustdartminimumfabric from '@site/docs/designs/bella/options/bustdartminimumfabric/readme.mdx' +import Bustspanease from '@site/docs/designs/bella/options/bustspanease/readme.mdx' +import Chestease from '@site/docs/designs/bella/options/chestease/readme.mdx' +import Frontarmholecurvature from '@site/docs/designs/bella/options/frontarmholecurvature/readme.mdx' +import Frontarmholepitchdepth from '@site/docs/designs/bella/options/frontarmholepitchdepth/readme.mdx' +import Frontshoulderwidth from '@site/docs/designs/bella/options/frontshoulderwidth/readme.mdx' +import Fullchesteasereduction from '@site/docs/designs/bella/options/fullchesteasereduction/readme.mdx' +import Highbustwidth from '@site/docs/designs/bella/options/highbustwidth/readme.mdx' +import Shouldertoshoulderease from '@site/docs/designs/bella/options/shouldertoshoulderease/readme.mdx' +import Waistdartcurve from '@site/docs/designs/bella/options/waistdartcurve/readme.mdx' +import Waistdartlength from '@site/docs/designs/bella/options/waistdartlength/readme.mdx' +import Waistease from '@site/docs/designs/bella/options/waistease/readme.mdx' + +## Armhole + +### Armhole depth {#armholedepth} + + + +### Back armhole curvature {#backarmholecurvature} + + + +### Back armhole pitch depth {#backarmholepitchdepth} + + + +### Back armhole slant {#backarmholeslant} + + + +### Front armhole curvature {#frontarmholecurvature} + + + +### Front armhole pitch depth {#frontarmholepitchdepth} + + + +## Darts + +### Back dart height {#backdartheight} + + + +### Bust dart angle {#bustdartangle} + + + +### Bust dart curve {#bustdartcurve} + + + +### Bust dart length {#bustdartlength} + + + +### Bust dart minimum fabric {#bustdartminimumfabric} + + + +### Waist dart curve {#waistdartcurve} + + + +### Waist dart length {#waistdartlength} + + + +## Fit + +### Bust span ease {#bustspanease} + + + +### Chest ease {#chestease} + + + +### Full chest ease reduction {#fullchesteasereduction} + + + +### Shoulder to Shoulder ease {#shouldertoshoulderease} + + + +### Waist ease {#waistease} + + + +## Advanced + +### Back hem slope {#backhemslope} + + + +### Back neck cutout {#backneckcutout} + + + +### Front shoulder width {#frontshoulderwidth} + + + +### High bust width {#highbustwidth} + + diff --git a/sites/orgdocs/docs/designs/bella/options/shouldertoshoulderease/readme.mdx b/sites/orgdocs/docs/designs/bella/options/shouldertoshoulderease/readme.mdx new file mode 100644 index 00000000000..bff6d8830dd --- /dev/null +++ b/sites/orgdocs/docs/designs/bella/options/shouldertoshoulderease/readme.mdx @@ -0,0 +1,5 @@ +--- +title: Shoulder to Shoulder ease +--- + +Controls the amount of ease between your shoulders. Initially set to -.5% because Bella implements a block that is used in the industry. diff --git a/sites/orgdocs/docs/designs/bella/options/waistdartcurve/readme.mdx b/sites/orgdocs/docs/designs/bella/options/waistdartcurve/readme.mdx new file mode 100644 index 00000000000..1ccf3cc99fa --- /dev/null +++ b/sites/orgdocs/docs/designs/bella/options/waistdartcurve/readme.mdx @@ -0,0 +1,8 @@ +--- +title: 'Waist dart curve' +--- + + + +The **waist dart curve** option controls the curvature of the waist dart. +From slightly concave, to straight, to slightly convex. diff --git a/sites/orgdocs/docs/designs/bella/options/waistdartlength/readme.mdx b/sites/orgdocs/docs/designs/bella/options/waistdartlength/readme.mdx new file mode 100644 index 00000000000..2d0fb22529d --- /dev/null +++ b/sites/orgdocs/docs/designs/bella/options/waistdartlength/readme.mdx @@ -0,0 +1,7 @@ +--- +title: 'Waist dart length' +--- + +![The effect of the waist dart length option on the pattern](sample.png) + +The **waist dart length** option controls the length of the waist dart towards the bust. diff --git a/sites/orgdocs/docs/designs/bella/options/waistdartlength/sample.png b/sites/orgdocs/docs/designs/bella/options/waistdartlength/sample.png new file mode 100644 index 00000000000..f1c63fb1488 Binary files /dev/null and b/sites/orgdocs/docs/designs/bella/options/waistdartlength/sample.png differ diff --git a/sites/orgdocs/docs/designs/bella/options/waistease/readme.mdx b/sites/orgdocs/docs/designs/bella/options/waistease/readme.mdx new file mode 100644 index 00000000000..b61a50d838e --- /dev/null +++ b/sites/orgdocs/docs/designs/bella/options/waistease/readme.mdx @@ -0,0 +1,7 @@ +--- +title: 'Waist ease' +--- + +![The effect of the waist ease option on the pattern](sample.png) + +The **waist ease** option controls the amount of ease at your waist. diff --git a/sites/orgdocs/docs/designs/bella/options/waistease/sample.png b/sites/orgdocs/docs/designs/bella/options/waistease/sample.png new file mode 100644 index 00000000000..aad749f4cd4 Binary files /dev/null and b/sites/orgdocs/docs/designs/bella/options/waistease/sample.png differ diff --git a/sites/orgdocs/docs/designs/bella/readme.mdx b/sites/orgdocs/docs/designs/bella/readme.mdx new file mode 100644 index 00000000000..3ea669e236f --- /dev/null +++ b/sites/orgdocs/docs/designs/bella/readme.mdx @@ -0,0 +1,64 @@ +--- +title: "Bella: FreeSewing's Bella Body Block" +sidebar_label: Bella Body Block +--- + + + +## Designer Notes {#notes} + +This block was a collaboration between myself and an industry insider who prefers to remain anonymous because of her profession. + +It is the parametric version of a base block for womenswear that is used in the industry in Italy to design womenswear. +However, while the block will adapt to your measurements, the original block that it is based on is in really not suitable for a very wide sizing range. + +So your mileage may very here, especially when you are further from the kind of skinny ladies Italians tend to design for. + +See also [this FAQ on womenswear blocks for more background info](/docs/about/faq/womenswear-blocks). + +joost + +## What You Need {#needs} + +To make Bella, you will need the following: + +- Basic sewing supplies +- About 0.5 metres (0.6 yards) of a suitable fabric ([see Bella Fabric options](/docs/designs/bella/fabric/)) + +This list is for a default Bella Block. If you have/are making changes to the block you may need to get additional items such as closures, binding etc. + +:::note + +###### Bella 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. + +::: + +## Fabric Options {#fabric} + +If you are making a default Bella to see how it fits we recommend a fabric such as **Calico (Muslin)** or a cheaper fabric that matches the drape and stretch of the fabric you intend to make a finalised version of Bella with. + +You can use scraps of fabrics from your stash so don't worry about buying fabric specifically for Bella. + +## Cutting Instructions {#cutting} + +**Main fabric** + +- Cut **1 Front** part on the fold. +- Cut **2 Back** parts. + +:::note + +These cutting instructions are just for the default Bella block. Adjust your cutting accordingly if you have/are making changes to the block. + +::: + +:::tip + +If you do not have someone to help pin you into Bella then you may find it easier to Cut 2 Front parts with seam allowance and sew the backs up when constructing so you can pin in the front. + +:::