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Bella body block

Bella is a basic body block for people with breasts.

① Measurements

Size

High bust

Chest circumference

Underbust

Waist circumference

Waist back

Bust span

Neck circumference

HPS to bust

HPS to waist (front)

HPS to waist (back)

Shoulder to shoulder

Shoulder slope (°)

Ease

Seam allow.

② Fabric & layout

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Suggested fabric

Cotton jersey · Cotton/spandex interlock · Ponte de roma

180–260 gsm (5.3–7.7 oz/yd²) · stretch needed

stable knit

Bella is a close-fitting knit body block drafted with negative ease, so choose a stable knit with at least 20-25% horizontal stretch and good recovery rather than a slinky drapey jersey.

Avoid: wovens, low-recovery rayon jersey

③ Place a motif

Place onAdd a motif / printdrag & scale it on the pattern

Preview where a chest print, pocket or embroidery will sit before you cut — then print it as a placement guide.

④ Print & cut

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Atelier notes

01Pick your size; the block already includes wearing ease.
02Sew a quick calico toile first to check the fit before cutting your fabric.
03Press each seam as you go for a crisp, professional finish.

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