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v0.8 — Applying the Base Color Sleeves Layers

Building Masters | 123 | Phase 2

Last Updated: May 5, 2026

 

BASE COLORS & OVERLAYS

Overview

In this lesson, you will learn how to transition from completed base color work into a clean, organized sleeve setup for both 1D and 2D panels.

You will start by updating the version ID and client approval date (for example, to 4/30) so the file metadata reflects the current working session. Then you will move from the base color layer to the sleeve layers: unhiding the sleeves, copying the base color artwork, and using Command + Shift + V to paste it into each sleeve layer in the exact same position. You will verify that the sleeves look correct on the 1Ds before moving on.

Next, you will build the 2D sleeve setup by scrolling to the sleeve section, pasting the same artwork so the sleeves convert to a solid working color (such as black), and then breaking the symbols so you can drag the sleeve panels into the dedicated sleeves layer and delete the old versions. You will finish by doing a quick QC pass, cleaning up open groups, and saving the file as a new version (for example, v0.8 and then v0.9) so your sleeve work is clearly documented in the version history.

STEP-by-STep guide

1. Update the version ID and approval date 0:00

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  • Start by updating the version ID for the new day’s work.

  • Change the client approval date to the current date (4/30 in the transcript).

  • Make sure the approval box always reflects the latest date before moving on.

  • Confirm the base color work is already complete before beginning the sleeve layer.

2. Unhide the sleeve layer and replace the sleeve artwork 0:38

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  • Unhide the sleeve layer so you can work on it.

  • If the sleeve artwork is too large or outdated, move the existing pieces out of the way.

  • Copy the base color artwork.

  • Click the old sleeve color image, delete it, and paste the copied artwork in the exact same position using Command + Shift + V.

  • Repeat this for each sleeve piece.

  • Verify that the sleeves look correct after replacement.

3. Build missing 1D sleeve artwork by copying from the base color 2:09

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  • If the sleeve artwork does not already exist, create it by copying from the base color layer.

  • Work on the 1D versions first, since this is the fastest way to populate the sleeve art.

  • Copy the base color artwork.

  • Click the base color sleeve layer.

  • Paste the artwork into the matching sleeve artboard/size.

  • This method moves artwork from one layer to the next without rebuilding it manually.

4. Paste the copied sleeves into the correct 2D artboard 3:49

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  • Copy the base color from the appropriate size, such as medium.

  • Click the base color sleeve layer.

  • Select the correct 2D artboard size, such as youth medium or youth small.

  • Paste using Command + Shift + V so the artwork lands in the same position.

  • If you paste without selecting the correct artboard first, the artwork may still appear, but it will need to be dragged into the correct folder/section afterward.

  • Keep placement consistent: right on top, left on bottom for sleeves or similar pieces.

5. Create missing 2D sleeves by pasting and breaking apart the technical sketch 5:25

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  • For 2D styles that do not already have sleeves, start from the base color front and back.

  • Hide the existing sleeve-related items to confirm they are missing.

  • Scroll to the sleeve section and paste in the sleeve artwork.

  • The pasted sleeves should turn black, which indicates they are in the correct working state.

  • Move the technical sketch into the sleeve layer.

  • Break apart the sleeve symbols as needed.

  • Drag the sleeve panels out of the 2D layer and delete the extra pieces once the sleeves are positioned correctly.

6. Clean up the file, verify, and save versions 7:47

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  • Close up unnecessary groups and layers.

  • Do not lock any layers labeled change color, since that would interfere with color changes.

  • Run a quick QC check to make sure everything looks correct.

  • Save the file.

  • After saving, use Save As to create a versioned copy.

  • Save the file under the current version first (for example, 0.8), then increment to the next version (for example, 0.9).

  • Update the master ID to match the new version and let the file finish saving.