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How to scale a pattern from the size you have to the size you need.

Have you fallen in love with a pattern, only to find that it doesn’t come in your size? A few ladies told me that Itch to Stitch’s patterns don’t come in their sizes – some are smaller and some are larger than the measurements. Perhaps you have a tween who is not quite big enough to […]

How to make a sewing pattern bigger or smaller - sewing pattern grading - make a sewing pattern a different size

If you want to use a pattern that is too small, or too big, you need to know the way garments differ in proportion from one size to another.

How to make a sewing pattern bigger or smaller - sewing pattern grading - make a sewing pattern a different size

Read Kathy K. Mullet's book Concepts of Pattern Grading: Techniques for Manual and Computer Grading - Bundle Book + Studio Access Card. Published on 2015-09-24 by Fairchild Books. #GraphicDesign #Arts #Photography | This step-by-step introduction to grading combines the theory of pattern grading with its practical applications. After presenting the x, y...

Pattern Grading - How To Scale A Pattern Up And Down. Scale a sewing pattern easily! Pattern grading - how to scale a pattern up and down

To grade a pattern to fit different sizes, refer to the illustrations, instructions, and two charts that follow.

Pattern grading is a great skill to learn for both drafting your own patterns as well as easily changing the size of an existing pattern.

Have you fallen in love with a pattern, only to find that it doesn’t come in your size? A few ladies told me that Itch to Stitch’s patterns don’t come in their sizes – some are smaller and some are larger than the measurements. Perhaps you have a tween who is not quite big enough to […]

Grading ruler and set of french curves. No self respecting pattern maker likes to be without an accurate ruler. The best rulers for pattern making are made of strong clear plastic and have a grid

How to choose your size in Cashmerette Patterns, and how to grade between different sizes

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Sewing pattern review for the Pietra Pants from Closet Case Pattern's Rome Collection. Free tutorial: grade sizes for a larger hip and add a side zipper.

If you want to use a pattern that is too small, or too big, you need to know the way garments differ in proportion from one size to another.

How to grade a pattern- A tutorial Inspired by The Great British Sewing Bee

Today is the third installment in the Blackwood Cardigan Sewalong! In case you missed the first few posts, we have covered how to grade between sizes, how to do a quick ‘cheater’ full ... Read More

I am starting a series called “5-minute alterations” that are super quick and simple! I alter about 60% of my clothes to make it more flattering to my body shape and it’s usually done 30 minutes before I am about to wear that certain piece of clothing, so these are probably not what a seamstress …

I’m often asked how to fit a sleeve for the greatest range of motion. I’ve discovered that baggy hip-hop pants—those dropped-crotch pants made popular by urban B-boys, DJs, and graffiti…

Have you fallen in love with a pattern, only to find that it doesn’t come in your size? A few ladies told me that Itch to Stitch’s patterns don’t come in their sizes – some are smaller and some are larger than the measurements. Perhaps you have a tween who is not quite big enough to […]

How to make a sewing pattern bigger or smaller - sewing pattern grading - make a sewing pattern a different size

I originally shared this project on Brassy Apple. Today is my day to share it! Also before and after highlighting my hair :) Today’s refashion shows the power of tailoring clothes to fit your individual body. Refashioning doesn’t always mean that you have to completely change something–traditional altering can often make something feel like new […]

With a few easy adjustments, patterns work better for real bodies.

If you want to use a pattern that is too small, or too big, you need to know the way garments differ in proportion from one size to another.

Ease in Bodice: GeneralThese explanations on block ease are for those people new to patternmaking and sewing, and may have the same problems I did understanding ease in the bust and at the underarm level.Important: In this article, I use the term Underarm Level in place of Upper Bust. They are the same thing, but

This tutorial is in response to a question on how to re-size a vintage child's pattern from a size 5 to a 2T. Below is the general steps to be taken to shrink a pattern. The actual amount to be shrunk will have to be up to the sewer, who should already know how much distance is to be bridged by either having the child's measurements (allow for room to move and note seam allowances) or a pattern in the correct size that can be measured to obtain a desired length and width. If your pattern has seam allowances, please note them down or cut them off (of your working pattern, not the original). They will affect your final measurements. You can use the method below while leaving on the seam allowance, but remembering they are there is important so that you can still measure your desired lengths and, of course, assemble the pattern correctly when you are done. Before you start out, trace your original pattern onto paper of some sort to create your 'working pattern'. Gather sticky tape (or glue), scissors, a straight ruler, a french curve (or curve square) if you can, and a pencil. Here is my generic version of a shirt pattern front piece: Now to shrink the pattern there are several points which you are going to want to take in. Because children grow at different rates, their chests do not expand as fast as they lengthen, we can not just make the whole pattern smaller. Generally, though, for each size smaller take off: 1/2" of the chest (which is 1/4" off a pattern that is cut on a fold) 1/8" of armhole 1/8" of the shoulder 2" of length Exact measurements will help you out to fit a specific child. I will start with one area to take in and show how each point can be done using the same general method. Beginning with shortening the armhole, take your your ruler and draw a line perpendicular to the curve as shown below. Cut along your drawn line to separate the pattern into two pieces. Bring the pattern together again by overlapping the pieces, shortening the overall armhole to the desired length. Use the straight center line to align the pattern pieces correctly. Tape the pattern together into the new configuration. You'll note that the armhole curve is now a bit choppy, which is easily adjusted by re-drawing the curve with your french curve (or eyeball it, it'll be fine). Tape a separate piece of paper behind the pattern if you require a bit extra, draw the corrected curve, and cut it out again. To shorten the overall length of the pattern, choose a point along the side below the armhole and draw another perpendicular line. Cut and separate: And rejoin to form the desired length, once again noting the center straight line and making sure that is all even up. Correct any choppy lines with a ruler. The shoulder is narrowed in the same way. You'll note that above I demonstrated each adjustment individually from the original pattern, but yours, of course, will have alterations as you go which will affect the overall size and look. Here all the steps are again, this time with the changes intact. The sleeve piece is adjusted in the same manner, cutting perpendicular to the curve and adjusting the width. To make sure you have the correct length of shoulder curve, use a flexible tape ruler to measure it and compare it to your armhole curves on the front and back pieces (keeping in mind to minus any shoulder seam allowances if they are on the pattern). The french curve is particularly helpful for sleeve curves, however, you can still easily wing it if you do not have one. The back piece of the pattern can be done in the same way. This is also a great method for making single adjustment in width or length for your children who do not fit the mold (and whose does?). To enlarge a pattern the same method applies, except instead of bringing the pieces together, you separate them to the desired size, using another sheet of paper behind to make up the difference. I can tackle specific pieces in the comments section if you have questions. This is a rough outline to adjusting pattern sizes and each specific pattern will have its own quirks. As always, whenever you make a new pattern, try it out the first time on broadcloth or inexpensive fabric, not the good stuff. Just, you know, in case :)

Sometimes making a pattern to fit over your bust is frustrating. You may have the perfect rayon twill or sateen for the job, but ill-fitting moments are still

Wondering How to Make a Neckline Higher? Top US sewing blogger, Kara Metta shares her Step by StepTutorial. Click here now for all the info!!

Adding a Corset Back to Make a Dress Bigger: Do you have a beautiful dress that you would love to wear, but it's too tight and just doesn't fit anymore? Don't get rid of it, just give it a new beautiful corset back that will add some inches to make it fit perfectly.I've been altering formal dr…

Ever wondered how to change the size of a sewing pattern? Check out two easy methods to help you grade your favorite pattern up or down a size!

I regularly find that blouse and dress sewing patterns come up a little tight under the armhole on me. I like my handmade clothes to be as comfortable as possible, so I often make a quick and easy adjustment to add ease to tight armholes. It is a very simple method and I thought I would share it on here in case any of you experience a similar issue. I hope you will find this tutorial helpful! My quick and easy method to add ease to a tight armhole Step 1 – Decide size of adjustment. This method involves adjusting the bottom of the armhole to add extra room at this point in the armscye. The first thing to do is decide how much extra room you would like to add. I typically make a 1cm adjustment, but I have occasionally increased this to 1.5cm for particularly tight armholes. For this example I will be using 1cm. Step 2 – Adjust the front and back bodice pattern pieces to bring the bottom of the armhole down by 1cm. The pink curved line in the photos below shows the adjustment. Note – you will need to ensure that the full 1cm adjustment is made all the way through the seam allowance and not just at the edge of the pattern piece, to make sure the full adjustment is achieved in the final garment. Step 3 – Adjust the sleeve pattern piece to increase the width at each side by a corresponding 1cm, so that the sleeve will fit the wider armhole created in step 2. Then taper the adjustment line to bring in line with the sleeve side seam. (Again, you will need to ensure that the full 1cm adjustment is made all the way through the seam allowance on both sides, to make sure the full adjustment is achieved in the final garment and that the adjusted sleeve pattern piece will fit it into the adjusted armhole.) Tip: I find it easier to make this adjustment to the sleeve pattern piece after I have traced this pattern piece but before I have cut into the tracing paper. Otherwise you will need to stick on small extra pieces of paper to make the adjustment at a later point. Step 4 – Cut out your adjusted pattern pieces. Use them to sew up your project. Enjoy wearing your handmade garment with extra ease built in at the armholes so that you don’t have to suffer from too tight armholes! I hope you find this mini tutorial useful and you enjoy adjusting your patterns using this quick and easy method! I have also made a YouTube video demonstrating the above steps and I have included a link to this video here: YOUTUBE VIDEO LINK

Today I want to share with you some principles and initial steps to take in the beginning with your sewing pattern that will help you avoid sewing up a garment that doesn't fit. In this article, you will learn how to measure the pieces of your pattern, before you cut it, to increase your likely hood

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