In Fitting Fashion
Lessons, Techniques, and Inspiration for Mastering the Art and Science of Fit
This is the year of wisdom, elegance, and transformation—the perfect time for creativity and growth. Let’s embrace it by planning your best sewing year yet!
Reflecting on past sewing projects is key ...
As sewists, we pour our creativity and energy into every single project, but have you ever found yourself uninspired or, dare I say, disappointed in the final result?
When you look back on the garmen...
Have you ever noticed that some garments just don't sit right on your shoulders?
The forward shoulder adjustment might be the solution you've been looking for. In this video tutorial, I share two ess...
Two Methods to Correct Forward Head Posture in Your Sewing Patterns
Are you struggling with fitting issues caused by forward head posture?
In this video, I'll show you an example of a forward head pos...
Want to create a beautifully fitted strapless bodice? This video is for you!
If you'd like to learn more about the bust circle and the contour darts used for necklines and armholes, be sure to watch ...
If you want to develop sleeveless garments from your self drafted patterns you'll need to incorporate contour or gape darts. Contour or gape darts are designed to eliminate gape and excess ease in clo...
If you want to develop lowered necklines or cross over bodices from your self drafted patterns you'll need to incorporate contour or gape darts. Contour or gape darts are designed to eliminate gape an...
Do you struggle with gaping necklines and armholes on your self drafted patterns? Would you like to fit your bodice more closely, or perhaps create a strapless bodice pattern? If so, this video is for...
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 ...
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...
