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Add Fullness Tool

What it Does​

Adds fullness (extra width) to a pattern piece by opening it between two sets of points. Think of two edges that move apart. You choose the first set of points along one side, and a second set along the other side. You then enter how far each set spreads.

Use this when you want flare or volume across a section of a pattern, such as a skirt panel. For help choosing the type of fullness, see the Academy page on Fullness Types.

The spread values decide the shape of the fullness:

  • Equal fullness: Enter the same value for both sets. Both sides open the same amount.
  • One-sided fullness: Enter a value for one set and 0 for the other. Only one side opens, so the fullness flares from the other side.
  • Unequal fullness: Enter two different values. The side with the larger value opens more.

How to Use​

  1. Activate the tool by selecting the Add Fullness icon
  2. Select the first set of points, along one side of where the fullness is to be added, then select Continue. Start with the point furthest from the area that will move
  3. Select the opposing set of points on the other side, then select Continue. It must have the same number of points as the first set. The prompt tells you how many. Select them in the same order as the first set, for example both from top to bottom
  4. Select the intermediary points that move with the first set, then select Continue. These are other points on the pattern between the two sets. Select at least one, so the tool knows the direction of the move
  5. Select the intermediary points that move with the second set, then select Continue. Select at least one
  6. Enter the Set 1 Spread and the Set 2 Spread, in the unit shown
  7. Select Preview to add the fullness. The prompt tells you it has been added
  8. Select Save to keep it, or Cancel to discard it
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Both sets must have the same number of points, selected in the same order. If the sets do not match, the fullness will not open correctly.

info

You can type a number or a formula for each spread. See Entering Values.

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Each selection step needs at least one point, and the second set must have the same number of points as the first. If not, a message tells you what to change and you stay on the same step.

🧠Memorization

When you memorize a draft, the added fullness is remembered along with the spread values you entered.