Pattern Construction for Baby Basics
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(Photo Credit: Technical Drawing S. David)
Pattern drafting for baby wear up to 2 years requires some experience. This includes material selection and fullness for diapers as well as comfortable garment openings that make undressing easier. Infants have different proportions than schoolchildren, a babies’ head is one-fifth the size of the Body.
You find the complete pattern constructions in the e-dossier Pattern Making Baby Clothes or in issue Rundschau for women 12.2014. You can order this issue with an english translation of the pattern making part thru our customer service: kundenservice@ebnermedia.de
In this E-Dossier you will find instructions for the pattern construction of baby clothes
Long Sleeve Body
(Photo Credit: Technical Drawing S. David)
Front and Back Pattern
Use the basic body block in size 74 as a template. Since the head size of a baby in proportion to the neck size is much larger than the adult head, the neckline needs an extra opening for the head to pass through. There are several variations for the neckline closure. Often you can see bodies with snap placket at the shoulder.
To avoid pressure and friction for delicate and sensitive skin, the overlapping shoulder is a simple and convenient variant, which provides enough width for the head. Draw the new shoulder seam as shown in the illustration and mirror it over the shoulder on the front and back pattern.
Finished Pattern Pieces
Figure 2 shows the finished pattern pieces.
Wrap Body
Front and Back Pattern
Draft the basic front and back pattern as shown for the body block in size 74 but according to the measurements of size 50 (see measurement chart). The armhole is drafted but the calculations of the sleeve measurements are not necessary. The wrap body is designed with short batwing sleeves.
The body is constructed with a wrap closure, which is particularly convenient for handling newborns. In the first few weeks, the head should be lifted very gently and always supported. A body that must be pulled over the head is not suitable for a newborn. The wrap body can be easily opened and closed without lifting the head.
Batwing Sleeve
Lengthen the shoulder seam 6 cm and square down. Mark the sleeve hem 7.5 cm wide and measure 0.5 cm to the left. Draw the sleeve hem slightly curved. Lower the armhole 1 cm and draw the curved sleeve seam.
Front Pattern and Finished Pattern Pieces
Trace a copy of the front pattern and mirror it over the centre front. Draw the neckline and the overlap for the wrap front. Mark the snap fasteners. Tie the overlap with a bow sewn from the binding. The right picture shows the finished pattern pieces.
Romper Sack for the Car
Sleeping Bag
Swaddling Sack
Undershirt and Underpants
Further instructions for pattern construction and finished patterns for sewing kids and baby clothes can be found in our online shop.
Would you please tell me where i can buy mueller amd sohn pattern construction for children book? Do you know any pattern construction courses online for children wear based on mueller and sohn system in english language?
Thank you in advance
Tatiana
Dear Tatiana, the Book “KOB Schnittkonstruktionen” (pattern construction for children’s wear) is available in our online shop:
https://www.muellerundsohn.com/shop/kob-schnittkonstruktionen-cd/
So far this book is only available in german language. We do not offer online courses.
Where can I purchase the full pattern cutting book for babies and children by M and Sohn please?
Dear Gillian,
thanks for reaching out! The book is available in our online shop: https://www.muellerundsohn.com/shop/kob-schnittkonstruktionen-cd/
Unfortunately, we can only offer the German edition at the moment. Make sure you follow us on Instagram / Facebook so we can keep you posted about our new books!
Where is measurement chart?
You can find the measurement chart in the e-dossier Pattern Making Baby Clothes or in the Measurement Charts for Children´s Wear