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Jacket Fitting Techniques

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Overview

Description Customize a jacket pattern to show off your figure and your sewing skills! Sewing sage Pam Howard shows you how to make a blazer that fits perfectly using precise measurements, dart manipulation, slash and pivot techniques, and seam placement adjustments to personalize your pattern. You’ll assemble your muslin body and sleeves, and learn to drape-fit the muslin to diagnose fitting problems and pin out adjustments. With your adjustments sewn, you’ll set in the sleeves with Pam’s helpful tips, and check the fit once more. Then, Pam will help you deconstruct your muslin to create a personalized pattern for a jacket that’s as one-of-a-kind as you are. Plus, you’ll even discover Pam’s techniques for fitting yourself, no partner required! Important Pattern Information The sewing pattern on which this class is based — McCall’s 6172 — is not included with your purchase and may be out of print — check with online retailers. This class is rich in essential sewing techniques, so if the pattern is out of print, we encourage you to look for an alternative pattern with similar style details. You might also be able to find the original pattern through a private reseller.

Syllabus

  • Class Preview
  • Meet Pam Howard
  • Preparing the Pattern Pieces
  • Transferring the Pattern onto Muslin
  • Assembling the Muslin
  • The Drape-Fitting Process
  • Rebasting the Muslin
  • Fitting the Sleeve
  • Fitting Yourself
  • The New Pattern

Taught by

Pam W. Howard

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