In Fitting Fashion

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

 
Pattern Design Project: BRIA Part 1 bria design project pattern fundamentals

'Tis the season for cozy evenings, indoor projects and handmade gifts so let's make your evenings extra cozy, your indoor projects extra fun and your gifts extra special by creating made to measure lo...

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How to Create a Tie Front Top - Featuring Lila pattern design inspiration pattern fundamentals

This month the focus has been on using one pattern to create as many garments as possible.

If you've been following along, you'll already know about the McCall's jumpsuit pattern that I also used to ...

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How to Develop Pants from a Jumpsuit Pattern - Featuring McCall's 6083 pattern design inspiration pattern fundamentals

If you’ve been following along, you’ll know I been doing some summer sewing lately. This week I’m sharing how I developed a super comfy pair of floaty pants from the McCall's 6083 Jumpsuit pattern.

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How to Fit Before You Sew - Featuring McCall's 6083 fitting fundamentals fitting pants pattern fundamentals

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...

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Designed to Fit: The Custom Stretch Knit Skirt Block pattern fundamentals

Introducing the recently updated online course Designed to Fit:  The Custom Stretch Knit Skirt Block!

In this course you will learn the foundations of stretch knit pattern making by developing a dar...

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Alexandra's Favourite Tools for Pattern Making and Fitting ask alex pattern fundamentals

This week I’m showing you my favourite pattern making and fitting tools! I’ll share which ones I use and why I’ve chosen them for the work I do. These are the perfect items to add to your wishlist.

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Alexandra's Favourite Books for Pattern Making and Fitting ask alex fitting fundamentals pattern fundamentals

I often get asked about the contents of my bookshelf, so I thought today you might be interested to see which books I use the most and would recommend that you add to your library.

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A Pattern Fundamentals Design Project: Ava Part 7 ava design project pattern fundamentals

Early this year I shared a 6 part Pattern Fundamentals video series that walked you through the process of creating a pattern design using your personal basic block pattern.

Did you participate in th...

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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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