You've found the perfect pattern. You can already picture yourself wearing it. And then you get to the fabric shop — or the fabric website, ten tabs deep — and freeze, unsure how to go about choosing fabric for a sewing project that actually matches what you had in mind. I've been there myself. Not ...
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Why Store-Bought Clothes Don’t Fit (And What to Do About It)
If you've ever stood in a changing room wondering why store-bought clothes don't fit — even in your usual size, even in a fabric you love — you are not alone. And more importantly, you are not the problem. You find something in a shop. The colour is right. The fabric feels good. You take it to the ...
Isabella Jumpsuit Tester Application
Applications for the Isabella Jumpsuit are now open! Ready to sew up some serious style? Here’s everything you need to know before applying. (Spoiler alert: It’s going to be awesome.) Important Dates & Requirements Testing Period: 28 MARCH - 07 APRILApply by: THURSDAY, 27 ...
Renè Dress Tester Application
Applications for the Renè Dress is now open! Please find all relevant info below. Link to application form can be found at the bottom of this post. Please keep the following in mind before applying:The test will run from 16 FEBRUARY - 26 FEBRUARY. PLEASE APPLY BY THURSDAY, 15 FEBRUARY. Testers ...
Marianne Dress Tester Call
Applications for the Marianne Dress is now open! Please find all relevant info below. Link to application form can be found at the bottom of this post. Please keep the following in mind before applying:The test will run from 26 JANUARY - 5 FEBRUARY. PLEASE APPLY BY THURSDAY, 25 JANUARY. Testers ...
Adjusting Your Pattern For The Perfect Fit
Do I need to make pattern adjustments? You do if you find that conventional patterns don't fit you properly in some areas. An example is if your bust is much bigger in proportion with the rest of your body, and choosing a bigger size to accommodate your bust results in a garment oversized in other ...