Sewing Patterns: Finding the Right Size for You

Selecting a size in a sewing pattern can be confusing and frustrating. In this class you will learn how to select the right size in a sewing pattern for your body so you can get closer to that perfect fit before you even cut your pattern. I will teach you all about the different aspects where to measure your body, how to shop for sewing patterns, and how to select the perfect size for you.

You will learn about:

• The history of sewing patterns and ready to wear sizing

• Tips for accurate body measurements

• A step by step guide on where and how to get key measurements on your body

• What ease is and how it affects sewing patterns

• Learn how woven and knit fabrics differ in sewing patterns

• Learn how to check for stretch recovery and stretch percentage in your pattern and how it applies to sewing patterns

• Learn how to use size charts on sewing patterns and tips on how to select your size if you measurements are not on the chart

• Learn my tips for selecting sizes in PDF sewing patterns

• Learn how to measure every part of sewing pattern pieces

• Learn when you should select the “wrong” size

• Learn to go start to finish from the size chart to measuring the pattern to a final size selection

• Learn to copy sewing patterns using a light box

• Learn why about sample garments and sizing

Why should you take this class?

Anyone learning to sew garments will interact with sewing patterns. Selecting the right size in a sewing pattern can be confusing and size charts are not enough alone to make a selection on size. By the end of this course you will be confident that you can select the right size in any sewing pattern so you can sew garments that fit better on you.

Why learn from me?

I have been sewing and creating in textile arts for over 25 years and teaching sewing for over 5 years. I learned as a small child from my grandmother. Sewing has been passed down as a skill in my family for several generations.

I continued my learning by taking classes from instructors around the world, including classes with Hand and Lock in London. I have worked in custom bridal, special occasion, and historical costuming. I have won several awards for my costumes.

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