Hence before selecting the pattern, you should take your body measurements accurately and buy the correct size. The measurements listed on the pattern envelope are the actual body measurements, (Note: The pattern pieces will be somewhat larger, since a certain amount of ease allowance is included. The amount of ease will vary with the manufacturer and the garment design).

For all the garment the ease allowance must always be left before cutting out the pattern. 2. For symmetric designs where the right and left sides are alike, paper pattern for half front and half back only need to be made. For the bodice, start the drafting with the back part. For sleeves, full pattern must be drafted.