In Fitting Fashion
Lessons, Techniques, and Inspiration for Mastering the Art and Science of Fit
If your sewing projects aren’t turning out the way you hoped—despite carefully following the pattern instructions—this is the way it is for most of us. Whether you’re getting back into sewing after a ...
This week, I wanted to concentrate specifically on the back bodice fitting. The back of the body is obviously challenging due to the fact that we simply can't see what's going on back there. When you ...
I have a very, very important concept that I want to share with you today. It is the concept of garment balance.
If you don't know me yet, my fitting philosophy is all about balancing the garment on ...
Fitting is difficult. No number of fitting books, classes and guides you’ve purchased with the words Fast, Quick or Easy in the title, is going to change that fact. Fitting is a process that takes tim...
Last week I showed you how to prepare a commercial sewing pattern for fitting using a fairly straight forward shift style dress. Since the dress I used as an example was very similar to a basic block ...
I've been thinking about wardrobe building a lot lately.
My personal sewing time is pretty limited, so I want to make sure that what I make will fit seamlessly into my me-made wardrobe, so this week...
When do you feel most inspired to sew?
For me, the motivation is usually sparked by a change in seasons, a special occasion, an unsuccessful shopping experience or travel plans. I recently had a burs...
Did you know I offer a Skirt Block Mini Class?Â
When you sign up you get access to the drafting instructions and 5 email lessons that guide you through how to use them.
If signed up for the mini cla...
In the last video you got a sneak peek at the cup size adjustment I made on my sewing pattern. This week I’m going to show you exactly how to do it.
Before you make your cup size adjustment make sure...
I firmly believe that if you spend some time reviewing the sewing pattern and its sizing chart, you can confidently anticipate the fitting changes you may need to make to the pattern in order for it t...
