All designs have a ‘fit model’ they use when designing and sizing their patterns. They are not all the same.
In the new patterns I am working on I will be showing you my model’s measurements and the amount of wearing ease and where it is in the garment. Measure yourself and compare…
I suggest you lay this silhouette out on pattern paper and measure yourself and then re-draw the side seams in or out where your measurement changes. This will give you a good view of where you will adjust the pattern when cutting.
Don’t forget wearing ease
Always allow 8-10″ bigger than your measurements. Big is good because you can adjust where needed at the ‘on-the-body’ fitting before finishing.
If you have been collecting Park Bench patterns but haven’t made one yet then take another look – get out a piece of fabric you are no longer in love with & give this pattern a try. Walk through the steps, get a feel of the through process of the design and instructions & see how the sizing works.
You don’t even have to finish the garment – this is a test run
Now you are ready for the real thing.
If you have questions let me know. I am happy to help.
I was glad to reconnect at the Puyallup Sewing Expo this spring. I love your new styles and am anxious to get back to creating a look for myself from your patterns. If you need a name for a new style, we live on “Medicine Creek”, here in Olympia, WA.
I found this bookmark on my husband’s computer. I had forgotten about you—sorry! I had a car wreck and could not sew for a while, but am anxious to make my patterns fit since I am no longer a nice size. I believe when clothes fit well people look good no matter what size they are. Thank you for your unique patterns.