Balance Points
Balance points are marks and notches that help align adjoining pattern pieces when constructing a garment.
Example
Image 1
In this image there are notch points in (1) the Bodice Back side seam and in (2) the shoulder front.
Image 2
The side seam notch is a balance point that will line up with the dart in the Front Bodice piece.
When the front and back are lined up at the side seam, you can see that the notch (balance point) in the back lines up with the dart on the front piece.
Image 3
This must true whether you line them up from the armhole (image 2) or the waist (image 3).
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Hi,
I would love to know how the bodice is drafted with measurements
This is shown in YouTube videos. The latest instructions are dated March 2022.
Hi
I’m a little confused about this comment, given it’s on this page, which is part of the Terminology Menu.
I’m unsure if you’re aware that I do have instructions for drafting the Bodice Block on my YouTube Channel? Or whether you are aware, but are asking that I give the measurements for my dressmakers’ dummy that I’m drafting the Block for…
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