How to make a sewing pattern bigger or smaller - sewing pattern grading - make a sewing pattern a different size
Katie Michelene
How to size up a sewing pattern
Learn how to accurately size up a sewing pattern to ensure a perfect fit for your next project. Follow our step-by-step guide and create garments that flatter your body shape.
Sewing patterns are a gateway to sewing, but first you have to get past the envelope! Here's tips for how to read a sewing pattern and avoid frustration.
Chanel Stevenson Hunter
Have you fallen in love with a pattern, only to find that it doesn’t come in your size? A few ladies told me that Itch to Stitch’s patterns don’t come in their sizes – some are smaller and some are larger than the measurements. Perhaps you have a tween who is not quite big enough to […]
Linda Holsonbake
It's no secret that we don't live in a perfect world, and consequently, things that might seem like they should be easy still arent. Obviously, I'm talking about something specific pattern sizes. That's where this tutorial on How to Grade Patterns for Plus Size comes in to help. Of course, I understand that the standard range for pattern sizes is based on a measurable need and market demand, etc. But the truth is there's no way that every shape and size can be accounted for when creating…
Gayle Halgryn
In order to sew better fitting clothes, you need an understanding of your body proportions. This post - Understanding Body Proportions - will help! #sewing
Jennifer Coons
Looking for fashion sewing tips and tricks? Learn how to hide belly and visually change the shape of the body with hide belly outfits, how to choose clothes that hide belly, dresses to hide tummy. Check out my post “How to choose clothes and patterns to give the appearance of a flatter stomach” #diyfashion #diyclothes #sewingtutorials #sewingpatterns #sewingtips
Ageberry/All things sewing: sewing tutorials, sewing for beginners, sewing patterns
Learn how to create a sewing journal to plan and document your sewing makes. Plus Love Notions updated the Serenity Sweater pattern!
Bem Mimosa
How to change a Pattern
Our Life is Beautiful
If you ever wondered how to make a sewing pattern bigger or smaller, which is also known as pattern grading, you are at the right place. In this article, we are going to go through different methods of pattern grading, how to do it and which one to chose. We are also going to touch
Jeanne Samborski