Fitting + Alterations

Adjusting the torso length of a pattern prior to cutting out said pattern is a fairly common thing for sewists to do. Being that almost every pattern designer uses a...

In my latest test for the Sandrine Tank, it was brought to my attention that I had failed to explain how to determine your cup size for my patterns! I...

Last week, we took a look at performing an FBA (Full Bust Adjustment) to your pattern pieces using the Amelie Bodice as our example. This week, we will be looking...

Have you ever made a garment that read to be your EXACT measurements, but for some reason the fit was still off, especially in the bust area? Perhaps your garment...

Have you ever been so excited by a lovely V-neck backed garment, or potentially an open back garment -- or any garment that has a steep V-shape of any kind...

Oh goodness, it seems like forever since I last wrote a post for the blog! Sometimes, life simply comes and throws you a bit off course, doesn't it? Well, I...

Before I jump into this post, I just want to note that I am not an expert on measuring the human form. I'm not really sure if there is an...