Resources - Getting started with Beatrice.
Learn how to set up and begin working with your new 3D scan dress form.
Step 1: Mount your form
Here’s how to assemble the stand and mount your form:
2) Unscrew the black handles on the stand base so that the pole mounting hole in the center is clear of the threaded ends of the handles.
3) Insert the pole into the base, spring side down. Push down firmly, making sure the pole is fully seated.
4) Tighten the black handles firmly to secure. This attaches the pole to the stand base so the foot pedal will work properly.
5) Step on the foot pedal and hold it down to disengage the metal wedges at the top of the pole. If the wedges are not aligned, you may need to gently squeeze the them together to align them as shown in the picture.
6) Slide the form onto the stand pole being careful not to pinch your fingers if you need to hold the wedges together.
7) Once the form is over the metal wedges, grab the wooden handle on the top of the form and adjust to your desired position. Release the foot pedal to secure in place.
Step 2: Adjust your neck cap
Sometimes, the neck cap needs a little fiddling to lay flush with the top of the neck of the bodice. There’s a black sticker on the bottom of the neck cap that shows which edge should be facing forward.
Once the cap is oriented correctly, screw down the handle until the neck cap is just barely flush and there’s no space between it and the bodice as pictured.
If you can’t eliminate the gap, there’s a chance the bodice has settled down lower on the metal mounting tube during shipping. It can be easily adjusted by moving the bodice up to meet the cap. Simply loosen the collar at the base of the bodice with an Allen wrench to adjust it upwards and secure. (Contact Alison here if you’re having trouble.)
Don’t worry - we assemble your form completely before shipping to ensure it will come together properly when you assemble it at home!
Step 3: Prepare your form for use
Before you start designing and fitting, it’s really helpful to adjust your cover and mark your form for reference.
First, you’ll want to ensure your knit cover is secured and flush with your Beatrice’s unique curves. This first video shows how to do that.
Next, learn how to apply reference markings like a pro! Our friend and apparel technical designer Gabby Brown made this informative video with great tips for marking your Beatrice.
Step 4: Hit the ground running.
Scroll down for some ways you can learn how to use your Beatrice to its fullest.
Join our herd.
Become a member our private, ad-free community called the Beatrice Collective to access events, resources, and premium events so you can get the most out of your Beatrice. Get results with the help of 1-on-1 professional fitting advice in Whole Garment Lab with Gabby Brown or taking our Getting Started with Beatrice course.
Best of all, you’ll belong to a community of seasoned, ambitious garment makers and Beatrice owners who can help you get unstuck and finally achieve the look and fit you’ve been searching for.
Don’t forget! Your form purchase includes 6-months free membership to our premium group the Studio for new members.
Stay in the loop.
Check out our YouTube channel and Instagram account for inspiration, stories from behind-the-scenes, and the latest news from our workshop. We’re always thrilled to see what you create with your Beatrice so be sure to tag us @beatriceforms when you post your makes!
That’s it! We hope you have a fabulous time working with your first projects on your new Beatrice Form.
As always, we are available if you have any other questions. See you in the Beatrice Collective!