In Fitting Fashion

Lessons, Techniques, and Inspiration for Mastering the Art and Science of Fit

 
Exciting News! [Meet Molly] news for you

We've added a new member to the In-House Patterns team! Watch the video to meet Molly and learn about the role she'll play in the future of In-House Patterns.

Here are Molly's details:

Height: 5'6" ...

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What You'll Learn from the Pattern Measurements fitting fundamentals

You probably already know that pattern companies usually supply a few finished pattern measurements on the outside of the pattern envelope. These usually include hem widths and total back length. Thes...

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Three Tips for Choosing Your Pattern Size fitting fundamentals

It’s a well known fact that most pattern companies provide very limited sizing information on their patterns.  Sewers are asked to choose their pattern size using three main body measurements; bust, w...

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Six Steps to Fitting Success fitting fundamentals

Like the majority of sewing enthusiasts, you probably first learned to sew by following a commercial sewing pattern. Along with the step-by-step guidance offered in the pattern’s sewing instructions a...

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A Pattern Fundamentals Design Project: Ava Part 6 ava design project pattern fundamentals

Today is big reveal day!

We’ve been diligently working on a little pattern making project that I’ve named Ava. While quite simple in nature, this little project is packed with pattern making tips, tr...

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A Pattern Fundamentals Design Project: Ava Part 5 ava design project pattern fundamentals

Designing your own patterns using a personal bodice block is guaranteed to eliminate the fitting frustration that can come along with using commercial patterns. However, having a basic block that fits...

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A Pattern Fundamentals Design Project: Ava Part 4 ava design project pattern fundamentals

 We are nearing the finish line for the Ava pattern making project. I hope you’ve been following along and doing the pattern work along with me. If you missed the previous tutorials, click the links b...

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A Pattern Fundamentals Design Project: Ava Part 3 ava design project pattern fundamentals

We are smack in the middle of the Ava pattern making project. I hope you’ve been following along and actually doing the pattern work with me. Working on an actual project from start to finish is the b...

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A Pattern Fundamentals Design Project: Ava Part 2 ava design project pattern fundamentals

Have you been following along with the Ava design project? If you missed the first video tutorial, you can watch it HERE, it will set you up perfectly to jump right in!

 This week you'll learn how to...

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A Pattern Fundamentals Design Project: Ava Part I ava design project pattern fundamentals

The start of a new decade always feels pivotal. It seemingly offers an opportunity to start on a new path, break old habits, and get clarity or new insight on the things we may have taken for granted....

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