Find out when a fitted sleeve is appropriate and how to measure so that it fits.
Credit: Blocks devised by Kathleen Kinder
Garment shapes
The garments which use the fitted sleeve block as a base are:
- circular and V-yokes
- saddle shoulders
- jackets
- sleeveless waistcoats
- pullovers and boleros with or without wrap-overs
- puffed/gathered sleeve tops or at wrist
- boat necks
- V-necks
- U-necks
- front panelled
- insert sweaters
Surface patterns
Suitable patterns are usually small based, smooth or textured stitch patterns, small colour patterns.
Body measurements & sizing
Standard sizing and body measurements for this shape can be found here
More details about creating a personalised fitted sleeve garment can be found here and information on drawing the fitted sleeve head can be found here
