I’m always dismayed when I hear garment sewers say that you can’t fit yourself. Because you can! It takes some time, and it takes some patience. But to me, developing the skills to fit yourself and making some progress is way better than giving up and not making any progress at all.

In this class, I discuss what you need to have on hand to fit yourself, how to go about fitting yourself, when to stop a fitting session, and why it’s important to give yourself a pat on the back when you successfully make some fitting changes. In addition, I provide information on choosing a pattern size, and show you examples of some of the most common bodice fitting issues I encounter so you can identify and resolve them more quickly.

Video Package Includes:

• One streamable video, approximately 76 minutes in length

• A time-stamped index of key topics and concepts, for easy referencing

• Life-time access

Content Includes:

• Demonstration of how to go about fitting yourself, whether you are addressing issues in the front or back of a bodice or pants, and how to go about using each tool (pins, scissors, and many others) most effectively.

• Topics included:

  • How to choose a pattern size

  • How to understand and use a stretch guide for knit fabrics

  • Discussing equipment needed to fit yourself

  • How to use mirrors to see all sides of your body

  • How to enter into your mockup and secure it on you

  • When to stop a fitting

  • And much, much more!

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