how to draft a
basic pants block
what you will learn
in this guide, you will learn how to draft a basic pants block pattern from your own measurements. a pants block is the foundation for almost any trouser or pant design, from slim cuts to wide leg silhouettes. this guide walks you through drafting both the front and back pieces step by step, so you end up with a complete block ready to use as a starting point.
measurements you will need
for this tutorial you need five measurements: your waist circumference, your hip circumference, your desired pant length, your knee circumference, and your ankle circumference. this interactive guide includes image references for each measurement and is available in both cm and inches, so use whichever you prefer!
enter your measurements
drafting the front pants block
in this section you will find the step by step guide to draft the front piece of your pants block. take your time with each step and use the image as a reference for the points. there is no need to rush.
drafting the back pants block
the back pants block follows a very similar process to the front, with a few key differences in the crotch shaping and the waistline. follow each step carefully and use the image as your guide.
your pants block is ready
great work making it all the way through! you now have a complete front and back pants block drafted from your own measurements. this block is a foundation you will come back to for so many designs. trace it, save it, and start experimenting from here. when you feel ready, head to the roadmap and keep building your patternmaking skills.
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