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Sewing Patterns: Finding the Right Size for You
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2 hours 9 minutes 
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About Sewing Patterns: Finding the Right Size for You
Class Introduction
History of Pattern Sizing
Tips for Accurate Measurements
Key Measurements
More on Measurements and Fitting
Learning about Ease
Wovens, Stretch Fabrics, and Recovery
Calculating Stretch Percentage
Practicing Using Size Charts
Deciding What Size to Print in a PDF Pattern
When to Use the "Wrong" Size
Measuring Patterns for Tops and Dresses
Measuring Patterns for Bottoms
Selecting the Size on the Back of the Envelope
Start to Finish: Cutting Apart Pattern Pieces
Start to Finish: Flattening Pattern Pieces
Start to Finish: Measuring for the Waist
Start to Finish: Finished Garment Size Markings
Start to Finish: Measuring for the Hip
Copying Patterns - Part 1
Copying Patterns - Part 2
Extra Tips for Copying Patterns
Marking Seam Allowances
Why You Should Make a Sample Garment
Conclusion
What You Will Learn?
- Selecting a size in a sewing pattern can be confusing and frustrating. In this class you will learn how to select the right size in a sewing pattern for your body so you can get closer to that perfect fit before you even cut your pattern. I will teach you all about the different aspects where to measure your body, how to shop for sewing patterns, and how to select the perfect size for you..
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- Anyone learning to sew garments will interact with sewing patterns. Selecting the right size in a sewing pattern can be confusing and size charts are not enough alone to make a selection on size. By the end of this course you will be confident that you can select the right size in any sewing pattern so you can sew garments that fit better on you..
- Sewing is an amazing and useful skill and has been an integral part of human culture since the Neolithic era. While sewing patterns as we know them are more modern inventions, sewing patterns are the best way to learn to sew..
- Learning to sew means you can make clothes that fit your unique body. Wearing clothes you love that fit well in fabrics that make selected will give you confidence and happiness..
- I have been sewing and creating in textile arts for over 25 years and teaching sewing for over 5 years. I learned as a small child from my grandmother. Sewing has been passed down as a skill in my family for several generations..
- I continued my learning by taking classes from instructors around the world, including classes with Hand and Lock in London. I have worked in custom bridal, special occiasion, and historical costuming. I have won several awards for my costumes..
- My focus in teaching sewing is all about mastering fit. Wearing clothes that fit your body give you a special kind of confidence that is like nothing else. You just feel happy knowing you made an amazing garment that fits your body..
- This class is primarily geared for beginners but will benefit anyone who wants to getter a better grasp on measuring sewing patterns and how to better select the size of a sewing pattern..
- You don't need anything to take this class except a mind that is ready and eager to learn. A sewing pattern you want to select your size in would be a plus as you can follow along,.