Pattern Drafting For Beginners Part 26 | Bodice Block Alterations | Neckline Width

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Now that you have your custom bodice block, it’s time to look at common fitting issues which may occur, which are the result of our fabulous bodies all being unique! These easy-to-fix adjustments will help you to understand bespoke corrections to help you get that comfortable fit for your body. In this video, Izzy shows you how to assess the fit of your bodice along the neckline to make key adjustments. Learn how to alter neckline which is too tight or too wide for the perfect fit.
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[@tangorhumba3777]

That looks so easy. I thought it would be much more complicated. Thanks 😘

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[@mrgarner4796]

I love this series.

[@lovetosew1373]

Another great video! Thanks so much Minerva for offering these for free!

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[@elter1979]

Thank you very much for this tutorial, much appreciated.

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[@debbiecarter6430]

Great Izzy, thank you. 😊

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[@shelleybannister3004]

Thank you, very helpful 😊

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[@MarionGordon-sb9lt]

Another brilliant and very helpful video

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Thanks so much 😅

[@indraniweerasekara3550]

Thank you great video

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[@ruthgahlgren]

If you lower neckline, and assuming your waist length was measured from your nape, won't you likely need to lower your waist position?

[@wendypercival4871]

My back neckline and my front neckline need to be lowered by different amounts (2.5 cm and 3.5 cm respectfully), so the shoulder seams wouldn’t match using this method. Also the neck points aren’t a problem - it’s across the middle of my neck it’s too high (both back and front), so do I just do a gradual alteration to the neckline, finishing back at the existing FNP and BNP and keep the shoulders as they are?