Stitching Dart Tool

What it Does

Draws the stitching lines for a dart with its tip moved. A dart is a wedge-shaped fold that is sewn out to shape fabric around the body. The tip, where the dart ends, is called the apex. On a bust dart, the apex is usually drawn at the bust point. For the final pattern it is stitched a little short of the bust point.

You choose a registered dart and enter how far to move the apex. The tool draws a new apex and new stitching lines for both legs and the dart center line. The original dart stays as it was.

Use this on your final pattern, not on your basic block.

How to Use

1. Activate the tool by clicking the Stitching Dart icon
2. Select a dart from the Available Darts list. The tool moves on as soon as you choose a dart
3. Enter the Change value, in the unit shown. This is how far to move the apex along the center line of the dart. Use a negative value to move it the other way
4. Select Preview to see the new apex and stitching lines. You can change the value and select Preview again
5. Select Save to keep the result, or Cancel to leave without changing anything

tip

Many drafters move a bust dart apex about 19 to 25 mm (3/4 inch to 1 inch) away from the bust point. Use Preview to check that the apex moves the way you expect.

warning

The new dart is not registered as a dart. Do not use it with other dart tools.

info

You can type a number or a formula for the Change value. See Entering Values.

🧠Memorization

When you memorize a draft, the new apex and stitching lines are remembered along with the value you entered.