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Booklet was created as a handout at a workshop presented
at IDEX 2009 and was based on fitting and pattern creation
(using a human pattern instruction sheet pattern pictures)
lessons used by my Creating Patterns for BJDs Yahoo Group. Booklet is 59 pages and includes numerous pictures, a
blank measurement sheet as well as measurement charts for 8 different MSD size dolls and 8 different SD size doll.

Contents of booklet includes:

  • Measuring the doll

  • Analyzing body shape

  • Slopers (what are they & how are they used)

  • Pattern origins

  • Understanding ease (fitting & design)

  • How to measure the pattern

  • Formula for enlarging/shrinking a pattern

  • Creating a pattern for a small-busted MSD doll - Narae (from people pattern instruction sheet)

  • Creating a pattern for a large-busted SD doll - Elfdoll Ruru - showing a full-bust alteration to bodice (from people pattern instruction sheet)

  • Construction instructions for a lined, sheath dress

  • Sources (books, etc.)

  • Blank measurement sheet

  • Measurements for 8 different MSD and SD size dolls

Last Revised: May 12, 2014
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