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In Industry Insider Techniques, Vol. 4, the well-known sewing maven Louise Cutting shares closely held trade secrets related to fitting and finishing. Adjust any pattern for a better fit on top, learn to finish and fit your sleeves, and much more. The step-by-step sewing techniques demonstrated in Volume 4 show you how fix common problems with a few simple pattern adjustments.
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Welcome to Industry Insider Techniques, Volume 4
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Pattern Adjustment for a Full Bust Without Darts
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Pattern Adjustment for a Full Bust in Knits
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Enlarge or Reduce Body Circumference
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Adjust for a Forward Shoulder
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Place a Sleeve in a Sleeveless Garment
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Enlarge a Sleeve Circumference
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Expand the Upper Bodice of a Pattern
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Sew a Sleeve Placket
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Create a Curved Cuff Edge
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Great video. Your blouse looks like it would be an excellent example of one that you don't want darts on just from a construction standpoint. I learned a lot. I don't think I will have to "wing it" anymore. thank you
I love this! Typically I use two different methods to create an FBA, none of them allow for extra length in the front. What I do not see mentioned in this video and appears to be critical is the amount to alter. I normally add 1 inch on a regular FBA, do you somehow split that up in these two sections or what is the ratio?