Breanna FreeSewing's Breanna Body Block
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.
Designer Notes
With Breanna, I wanted to do two things:
- Create a basic block like Brian but for womenswear
- Try to see in how many different ways I could support the bust dart
It hasn’t been a complete success. While some people get good results, others do not.
I leave it up because it’s know to work for some. You can check this FAQ on womenswear blocks for more background info about the situation with regards to womenswear blocks.
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What You Need
To make Breanna, you will need the following:
- Basic sewing supplies
- About 1.25 - 1.5 metres (1.4 - 1.7 yards) of a suitable fabric (see Breanna Fabric options)
This list is for a default Breanna Block. If you have/are making changes to the block you may need to get additional items such as closures, binding etc.
Fabric Options
If you are making a default Breanna 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 Breanna with.
You can use scraps of fabrics from your stash so don’t worry about buying fabric specifically for Breanna.
Cutting Instructions
Main fabric
- Cut 1 Front part on the fold.
- Cut 2 Back parts.
- Cut 2 Sleeve parts, good sides together.
These cutting instructions are just for the default Breanna block. Adjust your cutting accordingly if you have/are making changes to the block.
If you do not have someone to help pin you into Breanna 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.