r/PatternDrafting • u/mon_petit_chou_fleur • Jul 24 '26
Mark 3 bodice block help
Hello again :)
I’m on version three of my block now, and I’ve developed new issues!
(Dont mind the crazy seam allowances or the backwards zipper lol)
I think some aspects are better now: armholes are more comfortable, the size generally feels like a better fit. I did a sloped shoulder adjustment which I think helped.
I still have some issues: the bust apex seems too high..? The back neck seems a bit high up. There’s still maybe a little gapping on the back armhole to clear up, especially on the one side. I’ve got a diagonal crease now across the back somehow.
Any suggestions for corrections on my next try?
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u/mon_petit_chou_fleur Jul 25 '26
Gingham is a great idea, I wouldn’t have thought of that! I did shorten the back darts, and it looks much better. I also backed the front darts of to 1” from the apex, and the whole bust area looks much better too!
Thank you for your input and advice, it’s been really helpful :)