diff --git a/markdown/org/docs/patterns/noble/instructions/uk.md b/markdown/org/docs/patterns/noble/instructions/uk.md new file mode 100644 index 00000000000..a3ee1415229 --- /dev/null +++ b/markdown/org/docs/patterns/noble/instructions/uk.md @@ -0,0 +1,81 @@ +--- +title: "Noble body block: Sewing Instructions" +--- + + + +###### Noble 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 Noble block. + +Noble is based on the Bella body block + + + +### Step 1: Mock-up Construction + +- Sew the front inside to the front outside, _good sides together_. + +### Shoulder seam + +- Sew the back inside to the back outside, _good sides together_. + +### Armhole seam + +- Close the back darts. + +### Both + +- Sew the front to the backs at the shoulders, _good sides together_. +- Sew the front to the backs at the side seams, _good sides together_. + + + +If you are making adjustments you may wish to sew the seams _wrong sides together_ to make them easier to adjust. + + + +### 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. + + + +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. + + + + + +Remember to treat Noble 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 princess seam placements +- Alter the back 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. + + + +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. + +