Sew a beautiful maxi tiered skirt with my beginner friednly tutorial !. Get a free sewing pattern in 8 sizes and step by step video tutorial.
I have a degree in fashion design, and am currently teaching a sewing class. I have gathered a lot of great info on the web for my class....
I have a lot of shirts and dresses where the armhole is just too big or wide. Here's a tutorial to fix those large armholes.
I'm starting a resource list of useful links for plus size patterns. These can be hard to find and I hope to add to it as I discover more. If you are a plus size pattern designer, I'd love to feature you here or if you know of some great ones, leave me a comment or send me an email. Want to get the fit right? Barbara Deckert's Online Sewing Class is a great way to get started with learning fitting techniques for the curvy body. Crafty's video format gives you 24/7 video access to the course work, plus you can ask questions to the instructor and other students in a asynchronous chat format aka you don't have to be online at the same time. You can post pics of problems or finished garments in the community as well. By using the affiliate link above you help fund my little fabric stash. Pattern Review A great place to check out how well patterns work out in real life fabric (and on real life bodies) is to check out Pattern Review. Lots of helpful sewers here! Tons of information, it's easy to get into information overload. If I'm interested in a pattern while I'm out shopping I pull up this site on my phone before I make my decision. Fashion Patterns I love supporting independent designers, especially if they happen to be local! Fashion Patterns is based in Washington, state that is:) Connie offers plus size sewing pattern in sizes 1-6X, she has a nice selection of patterns including dresses, tops, lingerie and pants. Check out the site here http://www.fashionpatterns.com/ She also offers books and videos on sewing, patternmaking, etc and straight sized patterns. Sis Boom/The Scientific Seamstress Not just for plus sizes, but most if not all of her women's patterns are sized to include plus sizes. I absolutely love Carla's attention to detail and the thoroughness of all her patterns. As a fellow scientist myself I love the way she has put together her "lab manuals" for the patterns. She includes step by step directions and clear pictures of each step in her ebook patterns. The great thing is you can purchase and download immediately and get to work. Purchasing through this link helps keep this blog going (*affiliate disclaimer, I heart You Can Make This website and I personally spend much more on this site than I make through affiliate sales, but hey every bit helps when you're a start up) Butterick Butterick, although part of the big 3, has some pretty nice plus size patterns, especially if you're looking for career or casual wear. Most patterns are offered multisize 18W-24W. http://butterick.mccall.com/plus-size-pages-156.php Style Arc Style Arc is an Australian based pattern company. I've heard great things about this company (fit-wise and instruction wise) and they have very stylish patterns! Their plus size offering goes up to size 30. Very fashion forward, I love the gallery and the photos of celebrities along side with their patterns. Got any favorites? Leave a comment below!
I have a lot of shirts and dresses where the armhole is just too big or wide. Here's a tutorial to fix those large armholes.
How to make a sewing pattern bigger or smaller - sewing pattern grading - make a sewing pattern a different size
It's no secret that we don't live in a perfect world, and consequently, things that might seem like they should be easy still arent. Obviously, I'm talking about something specific pattern sizes. That's where this tutorial on How to Grade Patterns for Plus Size comes in to help. Of course, I understand that the standard range for pattern sizes is based on a measurable need and market demand, etc. But the truth is there's no way that every shape and size can be accounted for when creating patterns. The disappointment isn't solely in the fact that there is a shocking lack of plus-sized patterns available, but that there aren’t a variety of patterns for different shapes. It’s hard to find a killer pants pattern for a pear shape or a flattering summer top for a large chest. "Specialty" patterns are expensive and at the end of the day, who has money to use on customized clothing patterns when they could just forge ahead with somewhat sub-par, pre-made fits? Shouldn’t we all just buy knits, squeeze into them, and then throw a huge sweatshirt or trash bag over ourselves to feel decent (or even stunning)? Join Sewing It Up For More Free Patterns, Tutorials, & Guides >>
Me-Made-March made me realize the hand-made pieces I am missing in my wardrobe: simple dress, simple skirts, tops, and pants. I have done 2 simple dresses , a simple skirt and a LOT of pants muslins so far... The simple dress has been done within a few hours. I have used two pieces of a Vogue wardrobe pattern V8679: the top and the skirt. I had already used it to make the jacket, and I was pretty happy with it. I really liked the gathered neckline and the shape of the skirt. I did three transformations: - upgrade the pattern pieces (B & D) - shorten the skirt - only cut the top to the waist I have used a heavy double knit and I went to buy it on the market here. Twice a week, they have a few fabric stands in the middle of the flowers, fruits, meats, cheeses and other items. I always love looking at their fabrics. They are sometimes good, sometimes not. This time, I had a discussion with the man that worked one of the fabric stand. He told me to get a nice cotton knit and showed the differences (I kinda knew it, but I like to listen to passionate people). I was a little annoyed at the price (14 euros a meter, or +-20 $). And him too actually. With the higher cotton costs, he had to stop putting his cottons at 10 euros/meter. And he is earning less... Back to the dress. It was very straightforward. And it took only one hour once the fabric pieces were cut. I am really happy with the result. I really really love the neckline. It feels so flattering and so comfy in the same time. I am really happy I chose that thicker cotton jersey too. I have french seamed almost all of it, and it feels like it is going to last forever! Here are the result pictures, including two that you have already seen in Me-Made-March posts: Now, it is time to finally go out to meet up with my Mister to take the MMM picture. I have been loving this, because every end of day eels like a date... Ok, I might be too cheesy... Do you also like to talk to the passionate people that sell fabric? What is your opinion about the price (14 Euros or 20$ for a meter of thick 100% double knit/jersey)? What pieces are missing from your MMM wardrobe?
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This DIY tutorial from an expert sewing teacher is an easy step-by-step guide to take in and make a dress smaller.
Even though my favorite zipper is the invisible zipper, occasionally, I’d venture into other types of zippers for different looks. Today I want to go over how to install a lapped zipper with facings. Many tutorials out there go over the installation of the lapped zippers using different techniques, which are fine and dandy. However, most […]
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All patterns in this roundup include sizes to at least a 58-inch hip, with many going above 60 inches.
Today's post is from Carolyn of Diary of a Sewing Fanatic. Carolyn is an experienced sewist who has been blogging her sewing adventures since 2006. She is passionate about getting more fashionable plus-size sewing patterns, and has a wealth of knowledge with a wonderful wardrobe! The first thing I do when I get a new pattern is take out the pattern instructions and read them. This is often times done days before I actually begin any work on the garment. I need the time to think through the pattern alterations and any construction changes that I want to make to the pattern. So that was the first thing that I did with this pattern. After reviewing the instructions, I realized that the darts incorporated into the seam of the skirt and bodice could present some challenges especially for a plus-size bustline. Lauren has already addressed the full bust adjustment on her blog with a supplies list and a wonderful gif that perfectly illustrates how the FBA should work. When making this change, Lauren has added inches to the dress front which will also address any extra abdomen issues that you may have. There was a question about how much width that would add to the dress front. Personally, I would not take that extra width out of the side. I would leave it alone and cut up the front piece on the side, up to but not all the way to the top, overlap the additional inches added from the hemline up. That would leave the extra space needed for the FBA and abdomen, yet reduce the amount of added inches at the hemline and sides. See pics below… Added space in the skirt pattern for FBA alterations Sliced part on the left side of the skirt piece Preparing to Make the Alterations But I'm getting ahead of myself...after I cut out my pattern pieces, I always, always, always lay them down on my TNT (tried and true) dress pattern to make sure that they will fit my body. If they don't, I work from there with this checklist ~ Bust points do they match? Are they near each other? Do I need to move them? I remove all darts except the ones pointing towards my bustline. Why? Because I personally don't like them emphasizing my derriere or my abdomen - but - and I emphasize this is my personal choice and if you're not as well endowed in those areas as I am, please feel free to use them. Because as we know, we all carry our weight differently. Check length of the pattern versus my dress' length. I know that this length works for me and I don't deviate from it. The sleeve's bicep width is checked and measured against my sleeve pattern to insure that I've got enough room. If not, I use this method to increase the width. I will need to add inches to this dress to get it around my body. The pattern only goes up to a size 22 and it seems like a slim 22. I'm sure now that you're annoyed because you may not have a TNT dress pattern. If not, I highly suggest that you check those things too...especially the bust point...where the dart begins and ends is integral to the design of the dress. My TNT dress pattern laying on the cutting table waiting to be used as a base for the pattern alterations. Laying pattern pieces on top of my TNT dress pattern My Actual Alterations Since I'm not doing an FBA, I sliced the front of my skirt piece from hem to the lengthen/shorten line. Spread it so that covered my TNT pattern. Added tracing paper to the pattern so that I could manually add in the inches I'm missing by using my TNT dress pattern as the base. Traced the additional inches that I need from my pattern unto the skirt pattern. For the bodice, I sliced it apart 4" from the bottom of the pattern piece. Then I pinned it to the top of my TNT dress pattern and swung it around until the shoulder seam matched my pattern pieces shoulder seam. This will change the neckline opening but I'm okay with that because this is a neckline that works for me. A new bodice front was made from the top by putting a new piece of tracing paper over these pieces. Then I traced the parts I needed from the Simplicity pattern and from my TNT dress pattern to get a new bodice piece. Then both new pieces were placed on top of my TNT dress pattern to check to make sure that they worked. I will tell you that I'm a little concerned about where the bust dart will fall. It's a little lower than I'd like so much so that I'm thinking of making a muslin of the dress front to insure that all of these alterations work. But these are the pattern alterations I've made to my pattern and where I'm at in the making of the dress. Conclusion These alterations are real specific to my body. I hope that between the FBA instructions that Lauren has already posted and the alterations I've made to my pattern that you as a plus size sewist will see something that clicks and works for you. It is really hard to list a bunch of general alterations for this dress. I kind of feel like a good sewing book or YouTube video could help you with that…but if you actually have a dress pattern that works for you...start there! Start there because the ease you like will already be included in the pattern. The dress length will be where you like to wear your dress and so many decisions that need to be made when altering a pattern will already be done. Finally here are the fabrics that I plan to use to make my version of Simplicity 3833 - a lightweight creamy ivory wool crepe for the top and the burgundy/orange acrylic tweed blend for the dress skirt. I truly hope that these alterations have been helpful to you. If you decide to add a sleeve, and need alterations, this post should help. I didn't offer back alterations because the same alterations to the front should apply minus the dart, but I will be posting even more detailed information to my blog as I construct my dress. Please feel free to ask here or there and I will attempt to answer questions as best I can. I look forward to seeing the bevy of completed dresses to come! See all posts, and grab a badge!
Check out english version of this post here. Witajcie! Dzisiaj zabierzemy się za projekt, który jest nie tylko stylowy, ale i praktyczny - długa sukienka z długimi rękawami, idealna na każdą okazję. Dodatkowo, ozdobiona guzikami na przodzie i wygodnymi kieszeniami bocznymi, stanie się Waszym ulubionym elementem garderoby. A co najlepsze? Dołączam do postu darmowy wykrój, aby każdy z Was mógł stworzyć taką sukienkę w zaciszu własnego domu. Dlaczego Wybrać Długą Sukienkę z Guzikami? Długie sukienki z guzikami są idealne na każdą okazję, oferując komfort, elegancję i wszechstronność. Dzięki ich prostemu krojowi oraz praktycznym elementom takim jak długie rękawy i boczne kieszenie, są one idealne zarówno na codzienne wyjścia, jak i bardziej formalne wydarzenia. Materiały, Których Będziesz Potrzebować: Zanim zanurzymy się w tutorial, przygotuj następujące materiały: Tkanina według wyboru (bawełna, len, lub wiskoza dla zwiewnego wyglądu) Pasująca nić Guziki Flizelina (opcjonalnie, na listwę guzikową) Maszyna do szycia Nożyczki Szpilki Żelazko i deska do prasowania DARMOWY WYKRÓJ wykrój bluzki podstawowej do topu sukienki wykrój rękawów wykrój spódnicy Tablica Rozmiarów Krok po Kroku - Tutorial: Przygotuj Swój Wzór: Zacznij od wybrania lub stworzenia wzoru na sukienkę z guzikami i długimi rękawami. Dostosuj długość, aby stworzyć sylwetkę długiej sukienki, i dodaj boczne kieszenie dla dodatkowej funkcjonalności. Wytnij Tkaninę: Rozłóż tkaninę na płaskiej powierzchni i przypnij części wzoru na miejscu. Starannie wytnij przedni i tylny dekolt, rękawy, panele spódnicy oraz wszelkie dodatkowe elementy potrzebne na listwę guzikową i kieszenie. Zszyj Dekolt: Zacznij od zszywania części dekoltu razem, włączając szwy ramion i boczne szwy. Jeśli używasz flizeliny, nałóż ją na lewą stronę części listwy guzikowej i postępuj zgodnie z instrukcjami wzoru, aby stworzyć listwę guzikową. Dodaj Listwę Guzikową: Postępuj zgodnie z instrukcjami wzoru, aby stworzyć listwę guzikową na przednim dekolcie. Przymocuj guziki i dziurki na guziki równomiernie wzdłuż listwy, zapewniając właściwe wyrównanie. Naucz się jak przyszywać guziki za pomocą maszyny do szycia tutaj. Przymocuj Rękawy: Przypnij rękawy do otworów na rękawy dekoltu, prawymi stronami do siebie, i zszyj je na miejscu. Wykończ marginesy szwów za pomocą overlocka lub ściegu zygzakowatego, aby zapobiec strzępieniu. Naucz się jak wszywać rękawy krok po kroku tutaj. Skonstruuj Spódnicę: Zszyj panele spódnicy razem na bocznych szwach, pozostawiając otwarcie na kieszenie. Przymocuj kieszenie do paneli spódnicy, a następnie zszyj przednie i tylne części spódnicy razem. Dokończ Sukienkę: Obszyj rękawy i spódnicę do pożądanej długości i wyprasuj wszystkie szwy i obszycia dla eleganckiego wykończenia. Przymierz sukienkę i dokonaj wszelkich niezbędnych korekt dla dopasowania i komfortu. Obejrzyj Samouczek Wideo Jeśli jesteś ciekawy, jak stworzyłam tę piękną długą sukienkę, zajrzyj na mój kanał YouTube i obejrzyj samouczek wideo. Poprowadzę Cię przez proces szycia sukienki na guziki, dzieląc się po drodze przydatnymi wskazówkami i trikami. Możesz obejrzeć wideo tutaj. Gotowa Sukienka ! Mam nadzieję, że ten poradnik krok po kroku pomógł Wam w stworzeniu własnej, wyjątkowej sukienki. Nie zapomnijcie pobrać darmowego wykroju i podzielić się swoimi dziełami w komentarzach lub na social media, używając tagów #szycie #sukienka. Czekam na Wasze piękne kreacje i historie, które niosą ze sobą. Szycie to nie tylko hobby, to pasja, która łączy nas wszystkich. Do następnego razu! Piny:
Looking for sewing patterns that will help you make clothes to hide a big tummy? This tutorial can show you how.
Easy DIY dress hack ✨ FashionNova If your dress or shirt is too big try this hack! #dresshack #fashionhack #fashion. Sweastyle · Original audio
This step by step tutorial shows you How to Make a Dress Bigger by adding fabric. Click here to learn more and get started!
Let's talk about fashion and sewing, but differently! From now on, hopefully, I will discuss a character I really like from a TV series. Her style and wardrobe. Earlier today, I wanted to start with Joan from Mad Men, but I had a better idea. Everyone blogs about Joan, and, don't you worry, I will too! I wanted to start with someone that I can really relate to: Penelope Garcia from Criminal Minds (Kristen Vangsness in the real world) Who is she? She is the IT girl of the team, a nerd, a geek, a quirky thing. She's emotional, strong and smart. She has a LOT of fun with her clothes and shows off her curves instead of hiding them! She also uses cute accessories and nice shoes... Oh, and she dates Nicholas Brendon in the series, aaaaaah, geeky love. What is in her wardrobe? And how to make it? 1) First, dresses! She has lots of dresses! Colorful, fitted, cute, quirky, with cleavage and they usually stop at the knee or a wee bit higher. I think that she would totally dig this pattern from DKNY on Vogue. But I think that she would use a funkier fabric that has vibrant colors. 2) Cardigans! She has a big pile of them! In different shapes, colors and with different details! I think that she would like this pattern from Simplicity. She would use the C or E variation, I guess. They are shorter and I think that she also likes shorter sleeves. I can imagine her using lace details too! Or ribbon... 3) The jacket! I saw a few pictures of her with cute fitted and short jackets. Same thing, she shows off her curves! Yeay! They have bows, ruffles, and wide and deep necks. I think that she would enjoy this pattern from Rebecca Taylor for Vogue. It is nice and girly ;) 4) For skirts, she usually goes for knee length. Sometimes straight, but mostly A-line skirts. She would be careful to use funky tights to go with it, of course! I think she would love this cute piece from Burdastyle. I can see her with different colors in the ruffles, oh yes! 5) And finally the top! Usually, she has a basic cleavagy top. Round or V-neck. Once again, they are funky! But they mostly show off her shapes! She might use this other Burdastyle pattern. She could funk it up or funk it down. The scarf is playful and she could totally wear one of her favorite cardigans on top! What is specific to Penelope Garcia's style? Well, her accessories! Hairpieces, belts, necklaces, quirky tights, and hairdo! She changes her hair color quite often, and goes from blond, to brunette, or to ginger! She also has the odd highlights in bright colors... Mostly, I like her, and the actress in real life... She always shows off her curvy bits and is not afraid to do things that stylist would veto! That is something that is quite rare these "formatted" times. What would I steal from her wardrobe? Her tights! dresses and jackets! I might actually already have some of them :s... Here we go!!! That's it for this TV Thursday! For next week, I already have a long list of ideas!!! I hesitate between three: Joan, from Mad Men; Blair, from Gossip Girl; or Emma Pillsbury from Glee. What do you think?
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The Adult's Sunny Day Pattern will have you standing out in a crowd! This pattern was designed with the sunny day in mind. There is nothing better than a flowing skirt and a fitted bodice on a beautiful summer day. You will love this dress and how easy it is to make. This is a digital PDF sewing pattern, not a paper pattern. Your pattern will be downloadable immediately after purchase. Sizes: This PDF sewing pattern comes in sizes XXS - 4XL. This pattern is drafted to our curvy size chart (based on the female body type). Fabric Recommendation: This top is designed to be made using 4-way, 50% stretch fabrics. Features: Fitted Bodice Tunic, mini, knee and maxi length options No trim pattern pages Layers printing feature is included for this pattern for your convenience. What's Included: Pattern pieces for bodice and pockets Cutting chart for skirt to save ink/paper A0 Print Shop Pattern Pieces Option Fabric Requirements Chart Size Chart Tips and Notes Glossary Table of contents Pattern Piece Diagram Printing Instructions Supply List Step-by-step instructions. Each step has a color photo for visual aid. Join Me On Facebook:Join me at https://www.facebook.com/groups/pdfellieandmacsewingpattern for new pattern releases coming soon. **Copyright**This pattern is copy written.You may use this pattern to create and sell dresses of your own. Giving credit to the pattern when selling would be appreciated, but not required.You may not edit or recreate this pattern to sell.You can not distribute this pattern to others.You may not mass produce this pattern or clothing made using it.I want you to love what you make and have fun making it.
YouTube sewing tutorial on how to sew a dress step-by-step without a pattern. Easy sewing project for beginners.
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I have a lot of shirts and dresses where the armhole is just too big or wide. Here's a tutorial to fix those large armholes.
Turn a piece of fabric into a stylish frock with one of these free maxi dress patterns. Just check all the options - from boho to chick, from strapless to a dress with sleeves, you will find a gorgeous long dress pattern or tutorial to suit your style, body type and budget. And there is more! I've scoured the web to bring you a collection of simple maxi dress patterns and amazing dress sewing tutorials for all seasons - whether you want to sew a maxi dress for summer or winter, spring or fall, you will find it here. 20+
This step by step tutorial shows you How to Make a Dress Bigger by adding fabric. Click here to learn more and get started!
Hell –> frozen Pigs –> flying Jenny –> in a jumpsuit WHA?! Your eyes do not fool you dear readers.
Happy almost-Friday, friends! I’m helping you get through to the end of the week by giving you this super simple high-low skirt hack, using the Made for Mermaids Mama Chloe skirt. …
