To make Brian, you will need the following:

-   Basic sewing supplies
-   About 1.25 - 1.5 metres (1.4 - 1.7 yards) of a suitable fabric ([see Brian Fabric options](/docs/patterns/brian/fabric/))

This list is for a default Brian Block. If you have/are making changes to the block you may need to get additional items such as closures, binding etc.

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###### Brian 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.

</Note>