Archive for the ‘Sewing Savvy’ Category

What Size Do I Use?

“I am trying to figure out what size to use in making a dress from a Vogue pattern. According to my measurements:

I need a size 12 or 14 for my bust
A size 16 for my waist
A size 12 for my hips.

In ready made clothes, I wear an 8 or 10 in quality brands and ...Read more.

Alterations for a Big Bust – AAARRRGGGHHH!

It’s not suppose to be this annoying! I’ve read the alteration books, used the techniques, measured, marked, snipped and pinned; then I usually throw something.
The problem with buying a commercial pattern is that they’re drafted on an ‘average’ – in this case it’s a “B” cup bust-wise. I haven’t been a “B” cup since ...Read more.