I think you are so right in making less garments but learning to fit. My mind boggles sometimes at the amount of garments some RUclipsrs are making...and their fit could be better. Quality over Quantity :) I also think you have a very clear way of explaining and you have a nice voice to follow. I love this dress on you, fabric suits you and think the fit is great .
Lizzie thank you soooooo much. I followed your bodice fitting advice (and bought by hand London guide) and I’ve just made the first fitted dart bodice that actually fits me! Yay!!!!! I’m a larger lady with a bust measurement that used to have me making tips that swamped me at my shoulders.
Wonderful walk-through of the fitting process. I've learned so much about fitting from your videos (and I've been sewing since I was a child!) The high-bust measurement strategy makes so much more sense to me than the standard bust measurement, and explains many fit issues I've had in the past. I'd love to see a video explaining the difference between the standard cup size and the dressmaker's cup size. Thank you again. Cheers!
I’m so happy that you have found my videos helpful! I will certainly think about doing a video on dressmakers cup sizes and bra sizes in the future as I’m learning about bra making at the moment too 😁
Thanks so much. It helps a lot seeing a real life example. I think once I am able to ado adjustments like this, I'll feel like a more accomplished seamstress!
I love the method that you cut and hinge the seam allowance to raise the armhole. This keeps the armhole shape the same a the seam but adjusts where the seam takes place. No need to change the sleeve in most cases because it still sews into the same space a the seam line.
I toile everything and like yourself take pleasure in all of my wore torn traced off adjustments ✂️there’s something rather satisfying , for me anyway in looking at all my altered pieces , I guess it’s a reminder of how far I’ve come in my own sewing journey x
Well I had no idea about the pattern sizing (upper bust 3 inch info) that is so helpful. I am always struggling with fitting patterns to my body shape. I have taken a pattern cutting class to try and draft my own patterns because of the way I am made...(so frustrating) So I guess I said all this to say I really enjoyed your video on pattern fitting and would love to see more. Thank you so much for sharing all your fitting information.
This is a great video! I have learned over the years to just slow down and think about the pattern I’m making, make a mock up (or two), and perfect the process - don’t rush! Buy nice, quality fabric from a local retailer, that I really love, and make the best possible garment. It’s the end product AND the process that’s important. Love it! The dress is beautiful on you! ❤️
Hi Lizzie. Really enjoying your amazing videos thank you. You are so talented. Because of your detailed explanations and demonstrations of fitting your garments I have purchased the Bodice Fitting Companion pdf download. I hope to learn lots from this thanks to you. Warm wishes from South Australia. PS I emailed By Hand and told them I had purchased the download after watching your video. 😍
Thank you so much for this very informative video! I love fitting videos, as I find getting the right fit truly is the hardest part in sewing, but most people tend to not talk about it much. I found knowing the thought process for your adjustments very helpful even though we have different body types. I hope you will keep this fitting series growing! Congrats on your pretty Myosotis!
I've had this pattern printed for a while but now I am excited to make it. And oh my goodness, thank you for taking the time to explain the whole point of a high bust measurement. I feel so silly now that it never occurred to me why it was important. That probably explains why I end up with somewhat tight garments across the chest. Always learning!
You’re welcome!! I’m glad the video helped. Pattern companies don’t usually put the high just measurement on the size chart so it’s no wonder many of us are clueless as to how important it is. I certainly was until I learnt about it at the bodice fitting class!
This was very informative as there is often a discrepancy for me in the fit of the shoulders and sleeves and I thought I needed a broad back adjustment. This gave me food for thought and realise I need to start tracing my patterns (which I hate doing ) and making a toile, again I don’t take it seriously enough🤦♀️ Your dress looked lovely by the way. Thank you 🙏
Oh my gosh, my mind is blown now, I would have made a size 36 but I should actually make a size 40! This is why all of my dresses are always so tight! Thanks for this x 1000
Wow i am blown away by your beautiful dress!! I never wanted to make animal print dresses, but i do now!! Where did you get it from? Thank you for this video, i learnt so much, i never gave my high bust or my back much thought when it comes to dress making!! Who would have thought. That’s the point of making my own clothes, so they will fit me better than shop brought. Thank you so much!! I hope to learn more and more!
It’s lovely seeing how far you have come with your fitting. I’ve always made a toile when I feel it’s needed. The dressmakers cup size used to throw me off, but since I learnt to understand it, it’s made me realise I was making large bust adjustments when I didn’t need too. I’ve learnt a lot myself last year and I agree sewing the final garment is so much more enjoyable. I will be looking very closely at patterns I’ve made in the early days, if I decide to make them again.
Lizzie, these videos are so helpful! I just recently had an "AHA!" moment as I watched your explanation of why to use the high bust measurement. I am realizing that all of my previous makes are too large in the shoulders, because I have chosen the size based on my full bust measurement. I am getting really excited about going "back to the drawing board," as it were, to remake a lot of my favorite patterns with correctly-sized shoulders and FBAs to make the fit work for me! :) Thank you!
Thank you so much for taking the time to do this video Lizzy! You explained everything so well. I received the Palmer / Pletsch book for Christmas ( I did suggest it as a present!) and have drawn my body map. So far so good . But there is so much information in the book it can be overwhelming so it was lovely to listen to how you made your adjustments and made it sound ‘doable’! Keep these videos coming - they are so helpful. X
Great video Lizzie. So much information. I’m definitely going to look at my patterns properly from now on. I definitely need to do bust adjustments but they have always terrified me, however after watching your video you have given me the courage to give it a go. I’m going to try and buy some cheap bed sheets or duvet covers so I can practice. It makes sense to do a toile especially for the top part of a garment as this is always the area that lets me down. Your explanation is better than any I have seen on RUclips. Thank you for sharing. X
Hi Lizzie!! Great job on this walk through ‘tutorial’ on adjusting a pattern to fit you.. Your dress is absolutely beautiful & fabulous looking on you.... 💜💜💜🧵🧵🧵
I always have huge fitting issues, so thank you so much, please do more fitting and pattern adjustment vlogs. Can you also tell me what tracing paper you are using.
I’m so glad you found the video useful and I definitely intend to make more fitting videos 😊 the tracing paper link is in my Amazon storefront and the link to that is in the video description. I like it as it’s not delicate but see through enough!
I love getting a good fit. I host a series on Instagram called Fit Friday’s (@unsewcial) showing others how to make pattern adjustments. It’s so rewarding! I think you nailed your fit and the fabric is gorgeous!!! Love it
Very informative and helpful, I will definitely measure my high bust in future, and I plan to buy thr By Hand fitting PDF, I have never been confident with pattern alterations, but your vlogs have given me the confidence to try. Thank you Lizzie
this was a great video. Thank you for the information. I have just started making mock ups before cutting into my good stuff. It does give me more confidence that my final garment will fit.
Really interesting video. I am a B cup so often get away with not having to significantly adjust, but do sometimes find that the shoulder and neck area need some work. I will try to be more systematic. The dress looks really good on you.
Found this really useful thank you, I have the Myosotis pattern and the fabric ready to go so will definitely bear this in mind for the bust fitting, thank you for sharing 💕
Very helpful video thank you. Did not know about the high bust issue. Having measured, my difference is 3" which probably explains this has not been a problem and patterns normally fit well around the shoulders, but its good to know why!
Hi Robin, I’m really glad you enjoyed the video 😁 I think a dressmakers B cup is often the default but it’s definitely worth giving it a quick google to check 👍🏻
Thank you for some really useful information. I am a beginner but have made a few items but havent been brave enough to tackle bust adjustment but with your guidance I am now feeling more confident in having a go. Thank you so much and the dress is beautiful on you. Would you recommend the pattern for an improver beginner? xx
Can you tell me how much fabric you used please! I have a beautiful Nani iro linen 115 cm x 3.3m and I’m pretty much the same size as you. Do you think I could lengthen it and add on long sleeves as you did with this much fabric?Also do you think it would work with this type of linen? Brilliantly explained and so so helpful!! Thanks xxx
Thanks Lizzie for this I have been using my upper bust measurement as a starting point but using the bust figure stated on pattern. I need to do a fba. Will definitely try this in future. I liked seeing overhead of altered patterns gave a good visual to add to explanation especially raising armhole. Are you planning on doing tutorials? Set up looked good.
Lizzie that was very informative. I've made several fitted shirts to find them pulling above my bust even though the bust was fitting way to loose. I will therefore need to fit to my shoulders then do a small bust adjustment like you. If your pattern doesn't state the high bust measurements would you measure the tissue pattern deducting the seam allowances? If so would this be done just after the armholes or higher?
This was such a good video and I found it so informative. Thank you for taking time time to share it with us. Are you able to point me in the right direction of the list of pattern companies and they cup sizes that they work to .
Thank you! I’m so pleased you liked the video. This is the link. It doesn’t have all pattern companies but has a selection: curvysewingcollective.com/a-guide-to-pattern-cup-sizes-and-a-handy-reference/
HI Lizzie, I'm watching this again as I found it very informative, but now I have a question. I have already made the D&D Myosotis dress and went on the recommendations of others who had made it, and went down a size. I would normally make a size 42 but made a 40 and it was fine. However, if I was to use the HB measurement that you recommend, I should have made a 44 - what would I do in cases such as this? I've worked out that I'm a B cup as I have 2" difference between my FB and HB.
With a bust adjustment (large or small) you take the total amount you need to adjust in your example 3 inches and divide that by 2 you need 3 inches total so 1.5 each side. 3 inches not a large adjustment by any means.
Wow! this was so very helpful! I was unable to hear clearly the name of the sewing collective that listed the pattern companies' sizing. Would you mind letting me know that? BTW, your dress looks beautiful on you!
To find out what ease a pattern maker uses for the bust sounds nearly impossible. How DID you go about figuring it out? What site gave the measurement for Deer & Doe? I've heard the Big 4 + Burda use a B (2") cup size, is that your understanding? What do you mean my adjusting a 3" bust difference of 1" on each side? 1" on the inside seam and 1" on the side seam? Or do you mean 1" at each side seam? 1" on each side of the dart? And why didn't you do 1 1/2" on each side (since you are 3" smaller)? Do you ever figure in the ease of a pattern? Like the big 4 use 4-8" ease (depending on if it's a fitted or loose fitting garment) which a is huge amount.
I think you are so right in making less garments but learning to fit. My mind boggles sometimes at the amount of garments some RUclipsrs are making...and their fit could be better. Quality over Quantity :) I also think you have a very clear way of explaining and you have a nice voice to follow. I love this dress on you, fabric suits you and think the fit is great .
This is a fantastic video! I too feel so much more comfortable adjusting pattern pieces! Thank you!!
Thank you Diane - I’m so pleased you found the video helpful!
That was extremely helpful. Nobody seems to show sba. We’re not all large busted!! You explain very well, thank you.
BRILLIANT! The best fitting video, thank you! More like it please! 👏🏻👍😊👏🏻👍😊👏🏻👍😊
Lizzie thank you soooooo much. I followed your bodice fitting advice (and bought by hand London guide) and I’ve just made the first fitted dart bodice that actually fits me! Yay!!!!! I’m a larger lady with a bust measurement that used to have me making tips that swamped me at my shoulders.
I am soooooo pleased that you tackled bodice fitting!! Isn’t it the most rewarding thing ever!!?!! Congratulations!!
Wonderful walk-through of the fitting process. I've learned so much about fitting from your videos (and I've been sewing since I was a child!) The high-bust measurement strategy makes so much more sense to me than the standard bust measurement, and explains many fit issues I've had in the past. I'd love to see a video explaining the difference between the standard cup size and the dressmaker's cup size. Thank you again. Cheers!
I’m so happy that you have found my videos helpful! I will certainly think about doing a video on dressmakers cup sizes and bra sizes in the future as I’m learning about bra making at the moment too 😁
Thanks so much. It helps a lot seeing a real life example. I think once I am able to ado adjustments like this, I'll feel like a more accomplished seamstress!
I’m so happy you found it helpful ☺️
Thank you for this fitting video. I found it extremely helpful. Hope you will do more like this in the future!
Wonderful dress you explained all the calculations and steps so well definitely do more videos for fitting
Thank you for sharing
Beautiful dress
Love this. I lack confidence with pattern adjustments and you make it seem ‘doable’. Thank you.
I hope you feel inspired to give it a go. You can do it! 😁
I love the method that you cut and hinge the seam allowance to raise the armhole. This keeps the armhole shape the same a the seam but adjusts where the seam takes place. No need to change the sleeve in most cases because it still sews into the same space a the seam line.
I toile everything and like yourself take pleasure in all of my wore torn traced off adjustments ✂️there’s something rather satisfying , for me anyway in looking at all my altered pieces , I guess it’s a reminder of how far I’ve come in my own sewing journey x
Well I had no idea about the pattern sizing (upper bust 3 inch info) that is so helpful. I am always struggling with fitting patterns to my body shape. I have taken a pattern cutting class to try and draft my own patterns because of the way I am made...(so frustrating) So I guess I said all this to say I really enjoyed your video on pattern fitting and would love to see more. Thank you so much for sharing all your fitting information.
This is a great video! I have learned over the years to just slow down and think about the pattern I’m making, make a mock up (or two), and perfect the process - don’t rush! Buy nice, quality fabric from a local retailer, that I really love, and make the best possible garment. It’s the end product AND the process that’s important. Love it! The dress is beautiful on you! ❤️
Just found your fitting videos-they are fantastic. Thank you!
Hi Lizzie. Really enjoying your amazing videos thank you. You are so talented. Because of your detailed explanations and demonstrations of fitting your garments I have purchased the Bodice Fitting Companion pdf download. I hope to learn lots from this thanks to you.
Warm wishes from South Australia.
PS I emailed By Hand and told them I had purchased the download after watching your video. 😍
Thank you so much for this very informative video! I love fitting videos, as I find getting the right fit truly is the hardest part in sewing, but most people tend to not talk about it much. I found knowing the thought process for your adjustments very helpful even though we have different body types. I hope you will keep this fitting series growing! Congrats on your pretty Myosotis!
I've had this pattern printed for a while but now I am excited to make it. And oh my goodness, thank you for taking the time to explain the whole point of a high bust measurement. I feel so silly now that it never occurred to me why it was important. That probably explains why I end up with somewhat tight garments across the chest. Always learning!
You’re welcome!! I’m glad the video helped. Pattern companies don’t usually put the high just measurement on the size chart so it’s no wonder many of us are clueless as to how important it is. I certainly was until I learnt about it at the bodice fitting class!
Another excellent video Thank you 😃. I always find you such an inspiration to watch x
This was very informative as there is often a discrepancy for me in the fit of the shoulders and sleeves and I thought I needed a broad back adjustment. This gave me food for thought and realise I need to start tracing my patterns (which I hate doing ) and making a toile, again I don’t take it seriously enough🤦♀️
Your dress looked lovely by the way. Thank you 🙏
Oh my gosh, my mind is blown now, I would have made a size 36 but I should actually make a size 40! This is why all of my dresses are always so tight! Thanks for this x 1000
This was so helpful, thank you!
Wow i am blown away by your beautiful dress!! I never wanted to make animal print dresses, but i do now!! Where did you get it from? Thank you for this video, i learnt so much, i never gave my high bust or my back much thought when it comes to dress making!! Who would have thought. That’s the point of making my own clothes, so they will fit me better than shop brought. Thank you so much!! I hope to learn more and more!
Great video Lizzie ...thank you for sharing all those useful tips! 😊
Love your channel! Such a useful video x
Thank you so much for this!!! It has always been so frustrating!!!
Thanks so much!
Extremely helpful and really appreciated the heads up with the upper bust measurement.
Thank you very much! This was really helpful and lovely!
Absolutely brilliant
I also did a SBA as I am a AA cup as well. I didn’t lengthen the skirt instead I shortened bottom frill by half.
Upping my fitting game is one of my main goals for this year and you have made a really useful video! Thanks so much, Lizzie 🥰
It’s lovely seeing how far you have come with your fitting. I’ve always made a toile when I feel it’s needed. The dressmakers cup size used to throw me off, but since I learnt to understand it, it’s made me realise I was making large bust adjustments when I didn’t need too. I’ve learnt a lot myself last year and I agree sewing the final garment is so much more enjoyable. I will be looking very closely at patterns I’ve made in the early days, if I decide to make them again.
Loved this- I’ve been too lazy to make a toile yet but you’ve inspired me! Your tips will be really helpful when I give it a try.
Thank you, Kristen. Good luck with your first toile! 😁
Thanks for the info I find it difficult getting my head around it!
These videos are so helpful!!!!
Really helpful and interesting, thank you!
This was an incredibly useful video. Would love to see more fitting videos
Lizzie, these videos are so helpful! I just recently had an "AHA!" moment as I watched your explanation of why to use the high bust measurement. I am realizing that all of my previous makes are too large in the shoulders, because I have chosen the size based on my full bust measurement. I am getting really excited about going "back to the drawing board," as it were, to remake a lot of my favorite patterns with correctly-sized shoulders and FBAs to make the fit work for me! :) Thank you!
Awesome video. Thank you
excellent explanation
Thank you so much for taking the time to do this video Lizzy! You explained everything so well. I received the Palmer / Pletsch book for Christmas ( I did suggest it as a present!) and have drawn my body map. So far so good . But there is so much information in the book it can be overwhelming so it was lovely to listen to how you made your adjustments and made it sound ‘doable’! Keep these videos coming - they are so helpful. X
Great video Lizzie. So much information. I’m definitely going to look at my patterns properly from now on. I definitely need to do bust adjustments but they have always terrified me, however after watching your video you have given me the courage to give it a go. I’m going to try and buy some cheap bed sheets or duvet covers so I can practice. It makes sense to do a toile especially for the top part of a garment as this is always the area that lets me down. Your explanation is better than any I have seen on RUclips. Thank you for sharing. X
Hi Lizzie!! Great job on this walk through ‘tutorial’ on adjusting a pattern to fit you.. Your dress is absolutely beautiful & fabulous looking on you....
💜💜💜🧵🧵🧵
Fantastic x Thank you
Very helpful thank you, you’ve inspired me t😁
I always have huge fitting issues, so thank you so much, please do more fitting and pattern adjustment vlogs. Can you also tell me what tracing paper you are using.
I’m so glad you found the video useful and I definitely intend to make more fitting videos 😊 the tracing paper link is in my Amazon storefront and the link to that is in the video description. I like it as it’s not delicate but see through enough!
I love getting a good fit. I host a series on Instagram called Fit Friday’s (@unsewcial) showing others how to make pattern adjustments. It’s so rewarding! I think you nailed your fit and the fabric is gorgeous!!! Love it
Very informative and helpful, I will definitely measure my high bust in future, and I plan to buy thr By Hand fitting PDF, I have never been confident with pattern alterations, but your vlogs have given me the confidence to try. Thank you Lizzie
this was a great video. Thank you for the information. I have just started making mock ups before cutting into my good stuff. It does give me more confidence that my final garment will fit.
It looks a million dollars! Really interesting, thanks 😍
Thank you Lizzie, this is so helpful . You have explained the process beautifully :-)
Really interesting video. I am a B cup so often get away with not having to significantly adjust, but do sometimes find that the shoulder and neck area need some work. I will try to be more systematic. The dress looks really good on you.
VERY helpful! I’m making this soon and you gave me a lot to think about. Thank you so much!
Found this really useful thank you, I have the Myosotis pattern and the fabric ready to go so will definitely bear this in mind for the bust fitting, thank you for sharing 💕
Very helpful video thank you. Did not know about the high bust issue. Having measured, my difference is 3" which probably explains this has not been a problem and patterns normally fit well around the shoulders, but its good to know why!
I’m really glad you enjoyed the video and found the info on high bust measurements helpful!
This is a great video! You make the pattern adjustments seem doable and simple. I will definitely be trying out some of your tips :)
Thank you!
These fitting videos are amazing and so informative! Thank you for this! Do you know what dress makers cup size mccalls drafts to??
Hi Robin, I’m really glad you enjoyed the video 😁 I think a dressmakers B cup is often the default but it’s definitely worth giving it a quick google to check 👍🏻
Thank you for some really useful information. I am a beginner but have made a few items but havent been brave enough to tackle bust adjustment but with your guidance I am now feeling more confident in having a go. Thank you so much and the dress is beautiful on you. Would you recommend the pattern for an improver beginner? xx
So helpful, thank you Lizzie
Thank you so much. It was so informative. X
Extremely useful. Thank you. What do you use to draft your pattern (paper) thank you
Can you tell me how much fabric you used please! I have a beautiful Nani iro linen 115 cm x 3.3m and I’m pretty much the same size as you. Do you think I could lengthen it and add on long sleeves as you did with this much fabric?Also do you think it would work with this type of linen? Brilliantly explained and so so helpful!! Thanks xxx
Thanks Lizzie for this I have been using my upper bust measurement as a starting point but using the bust figure stated on pattern. I need to do a fba. Will definitely try this in future. I liked seeing overhead of altered patterns gave a good visual to add to explanation especially raising armhole. Are you planning on doing tutorials? Set up looked good.
Lizzie that was very informative. I've made several fitted shirts to find them pulling above my bust even though the bust was fitting way to loose. I will therefore need to fit to my shoulders then do a small bust adjustment like you. If your pattern doesn't state the high bust measurements would you measure the tissue pattern deducting the seam allowances? If so would this be done just after the armholes or higher?
This was such a good video and I found it so informative. Thank you for taking time time to share it with us. Are you able to point me in the right direction of the list of pattern companies and they cup sizes that they work to .
Thank you! I’m so pleased you liked the video. This is the link. It doesn’t have all pattern companies but has a selection: curvysewingcollective.com/a-guide-to-pattern-cup-sizes-and-a-handy-reference/
@@LizzieB Thank you :-)
HI Lizzie, I'm watching this again as I found it very informative, but now I have a question. I have already made the D&D Myosotis dress and went on the recommendations of others who had made it, and went down a size. I would normally make a size 42 but made a 40 and it was fine. However, if I was to use the HB measurement that you recommend, I should have made a 44 - what would I do in cases such as this? I've worked out that I'm a B cup as I have 2" difference between my FB and HB.
With a bust adjustment (large or small) you take the total amount you need to adjust in your example 3 inches and divide that by 2 you need 3 inches total so 1.5 each side. 3 inches not a large adjustment by any means.
Wow! this was so very helpful! I was unable to hear clearly the name of the sewing collective that listed the pattern companies' sizing. Would you mind letting me know that? BTW, your dress looks beautiful on you!
The curvy sewing collective - the link to their blog post is in the video description 😊 I’m really glad you enjoyed the video!
Love your fitting-videos. Made the Solinatop after seeing your video. And love it! What kind of patternpaper do you use?
To find out what ease a pattern maker uses for the bust sounds nearly impossible. How DID you go about figuring it out? What site gave the measurement for Deer & Doe? I've heard the Big 4 + Burda use a B (2") cup size, is that your understanding?
What do you mean my adjusting a 3" bust difference of 1" on each side? 1" on the inside seam and 1" on the side seam? Or do you mean 1" at each side seam? 1" on each side of the dart? And why didn't you do 1 1/2" on each side (since you are 3" smaller)?
Do you ever figure in the ease of a pattern? Like the big 4 use 4-8" ease (depending on if it's a fitted or loose fitting garment) which a is huge amount.
What is the pattern tracing paper you use - love that it’s transparent
I would also like to know that 😊 thank you again for great videos
Hi when you tape the pieces together is that your new cutting line
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When you raised the arm hole did you need to adjust the sleeve as well?
Nevermind I kept watching 😅
That explains why the bust was too big. I don’t understand why they don’t put it on pattern.
This vlog was very helpful. Thank you so much.
Apologies - just misspelt you’re name 🤭
Thank you... What a great tutorial 🙏💕