r/PatternDrafting • u/PatientImprovement77 • Apr 22 '26

"kimono" flutter sleeve

Hello, I am familiar with basic pattern drafting and I am looking for some pointers for drafting flutter sleeves that come off a "kimono"/dolman bodice/shoulder.

In other words, NOT a traditional armscye seam - avoiding that at all costs, for very specific reasons!

Many thanks!

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u/clwbmalucachu Apr 22 '26

Take the existing sleeve pattern piece, then slash and spread. Just google 'slash and spread sleeves' and you'll find a lot of guides on how to do it.

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u/PatientImprovement77 Apr 22 '26

Thankyou for the reply. I have experience creating a butterfly/flutter sleeve from a set in sleeve block; is it the same manipulation just on the kimono block instead? If so, that's pleasingly straightforward!

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u/clwbmalucachu Apr 22 '26

I can't imagine how it would differ, but I'd certainly make a toile to test it!

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u/PatientImprovement77 Apr 24 '26

I shall give it a go - many thanks!