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How-to Fit With Your Sloper

A sloper is a pattern of your figure; it’s a great tool for adjusting commercial patterns. By directly comparing the sloper to a style pattern, you can make initial alterations that eliminate many fit problems at the pattern stage. This post has moved to https://letslearntosew.com/how-to-fit-with-your-sloper/

Using Frixion Pens in Sewing and Pattern Making

There are 2 types of Frixion pens:

Advanced Pattern Making Techniques: Pattern Grading

Practical pattern grading techniques for the home sewist. Finally, pattern grading made easy! Pattern grading doesn’t have to be hard! But, have you been led to believe that it’s only for industry professionals or that you need some fancy software or elite knowledge to grade sewing patterns? I’m here to tell you that you can…

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A Sloper Is Your Secret Weapon to Making Any Sewing Pattern Fit

You love browsing, buying, and using sewing patterns. And while making patterns may seem like a job for the pros, there’s one pattern any home sewer can — and definitely should —make. It’s called a sloper, and it’s a generic pattern based on your measurements without wiggle room, seam allowances, or style. This post has moved to…

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How To Make a Full Bust Adjustment on Princess Seams

Fun fact: most garment patterns are designed for a B or C cup size. But according to a survey from lingerie retailer Intimacy, the average woman’s bust in the U.S. is a 34DD. So if you’re sewing a top, you might want to take your measurements and compare them to your pattern before you start cutting…

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HOW TO MAKE A SKIRT PATTERN: DRAFT A SKIRT SLOPER OR BLOCK

Skirts are one of my favorite things to draft and sew. They are quick, easy, and can be adapted easily into several different styles. This post has moved to https://letslearntosew.com/how-to-make-a-skirt-pattern-draft-a-skirt-sloper-or-block/

How to Alter a Sleeve Pattern To Fit and Flatter

If you find that some patterns are too snug in the sleeves, don’t blame your arms — they’re just fine! The problem is the pattern. Commercial patterns are designed to fit average proportions. And not everyone is average or wants to be. Fortunately, reworking the upper arm to fit your dimensions is a quick and…

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Advanced Pattern Making Techniques: Adding a dart to a dartless bodice

Learn how to add a dart to a dartless bodice, in two ways! Plus, one of them can be used for a full bust adjustment! This post has moved to https://letslearntosew.com/adding-a-dart/

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  • Advanced Pattern Making Techniques: Pattern Grading
  • A Sloper Is Your Secret Weapon to Making Any Sewing Pattern Fit
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