BASIC BODICE PATTERN

HOME ECONOMICS J. S. S TWO SECOND TERM

WEEK SEVEN

THEME: CLOTHING AND TEXTILE/FOOD AND NUTRITION

BASIC BODICE PATTERN

PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVE

Students should be able to;

1. Draft basic bodice pattern

CONTENT

THE BODICE BLOCK

A basic bodice block is a great starting point for most patterns involving your top half – it can be used to make tops and dresses, and paired with a sleeve block can be used to make shirts, blazers, jackets and coats. Many patterns evolve from this block.

MEASUREMENTS

The measurements you will need for this project are:

1. Nape of the neck to waist

Start at the nape of your neck and measure vertically down to your waist.

2. Waist measurement

Your waist is the bit in…