Fitting

Add a Bust Dart

Follow a simple formula to add bust darts of the right size to your patterns. This tutorial starts with help to determine your correct bra size.
How to Measure a Pattern to Assess its Fit

You love the fabric, you’re excited by the pattern, and you’ve taken and recorded your measurements carefully. What’s the next step to a successful garment? Measure the pattern and compare…
Pattern Roundup: Extended Size Sewing

If you're looking for some stylish and versatile extended size sewing patterns, we've picked out some of our favorites. They include patterns for at least a 58-inch hip, with many…
Why Don’t You . . . ? Ease Into Fitting

Why don’t we fit our clothes more easily? Experienced sewist Marcy Harriell admits to overfitting garments. Adding ease just makes sense.
Jenny Rushmore and Sewing for an Expanded Size Range | Episode 41

Founder of a plus-size pattern line, Jenny Rushmore talks about the challenges and rewards of designing for a more realistic size range.
Sewing Tools for Measuring Accuracy

Sewing requires measuring. The more accurate your measurements, the better your results, whether you’re making garments, curtains, or bags.
Sewing Tip: Cutout Croquis

My body is asymmetrical due to scoliosis, and photos help me understand fit. I took photos in close-fitting clothes and printed them. I then made a personal croquis by cutting…
Tips for Fitting a Straight Skirt on 3 Body Types

A straight, or pencil skirt is a wardrobe staple, thanks to its versatility, timelessness, and—when it fits just right—flattering silhouette. Any figure type can be showcased in a straight skirt,…
How to Reconfigure the Back Waistband

Alterations expert Pamela Howard shows you how to take in the waist on your favorite ready-to-wear pants. Her preferred method is to add a center-back seam to the waistband.
Expert Linda Lee’s Advice on Fitting Pants | Episode 38

Linda Lee, owner of the Sewing Workshop, shares valuable tips for making pants that fit in Episode 38 of the Sewing With Threads podcast.

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Add a Bust Dart

How to Measure a Pattern to Assess its Fit

Pattern Roundup: Extended Size Sewing

Why Don’t You . . . ? Ease Into Fitting

Jenny Rushmore and Sewing for an Expanded Size Range | Episode 41

Sewing Tools for Measuring Accuracy

Sewing Tip: Cutout Croquis

Tips for Fitting a Straight Skirt on 3 Body Types

How to Reconfigure the Back Waistband

Expert Linda Lee’s Advice on Fitting Pants | Episode 38

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