Complete Photo Guide to Perfect Fitting by Sarah Veblen (2012, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherQuarto Publishing Group USA
ISBN-101589236084
ISBN-139781589236080
eBay Product ID (ePID)108919242
Product Key Features
Book TitleComplete Photo Guide to Perfect Fitting
Number of Pages224 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicSewing, Fashion & Accessories, Fashion
Publication Year2012
IllustratorYes
GenreDesign, Crafts & Hobbies
AuthorSarah Veblen
Book SeriesComplete Photo Guide Ser.
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.5 in
Item Weight30.3 Oz
Item Length10.8 in
Item Width8.2 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2011-023810
TitleLeadingThe
Dewey Edition23
Dewey Decimal646.4
Table Of ContentIntroduction Laying the Foundation Developing a Solid Approach to Fitting Why Fitting is Complicated Each Individual is Unique Pattern and Fitting Basics How Patterns are Developed Finding Your Way Around a Pattern Garment Silhouettes and Ease Choosing a Pattern Size Tools for Pattern Work and Fitting The Interrelationship Between Patterns and Fitting Overview of the Fitting Process Recognizing Fitting Issues A Framework for Fitting The Fitting Axis The Horizontal Balance Line Fundamentals of Fitting Muslins Learning to Look The Body as "Volume" Fitting Others and Yourself What to Wear for a Fitting Preparing the Test Muslin for a Fitting Clipping and Marking During a Fitting Pinning Keeping the Muslin Balanced Fitting Order Fitting Tips Assessing the Fit Fundamentals of Altering Patterns Glossary of Patternmaking Terms Making Flat Pattern Adjustments Transferring Muslin Markings to the Pattern Blending Seams, Using the Rulers, and Adding Seam Allowances Lengthening and Shortening Patterns, and Grainline Arrows Walking and Truing a Pattern Placing and Creating Notches Controlling Patterns with Built-in Ease Truing Difficult Seams Moving the Placement of a Seam Moving a Dart to a New Location Truing Dart Legs Scaling Patterns Up and Down Working in an Efficient Order Developing your Ability The Process of Fitting Garments Skirt Bodice with Darts Bodice with Shoulder Princess Line Jacket with Side Panel with Set-in Sleeve Tunic with Armscye Princess Line Bodice with Raglan Sleeve Fitting Solutions for Body Types and Related Pattern Alterations Bust Back Sides Shoulder Line and Neck Set-in Sleeves Raglan Sleeves Waist and Hips Fitting Pants Understanding Body Mass and Pants Volume Fine-tuning the Fit The Process of Fitting Pants Body Type Examples Typical Pants Pattern Alterations Going to the Next Level Correcting Pattern Elements Affected by Fitting Changes Waistbands Facings Collars Linings Get Creative Using Style Lines to Create Pleasing Proportions Dart Equivalents Collar Variations Cuffs and Sleeve Hems About the Author Index
SynopsisThe Complete Photo Guide to Perfect Fitting is the ultimate reference for fitting test garments and transferring accurate adjustments to patterns. No matter what size or shape you are, wearing garments that fit perfectly makes you look and feel better. Rather than making commonly accepted changes to a commercial pattern, the method presented in this guide focuses on the way a test garment fits the body . The fabric is manipulated to improve the fit, and then those specific changes are made to the pattern. The result: patterns that fit perfectly With The Complete Photo Guide to Perfect Fitting , you'll learn: The importance of a fitting axis and how to use it during a fitting How to recognize fitting issues , such as drag lines and folds How to manipulate fabric to solve common and unusual fitting problems How to transfer the fitting changes to your pattern easily Basic pattern-making skills to ensure accurate alterations See the fitting process from start to finish on basic garments, fitted on real people . Then follow fitting solutions on different body types . Hundreds of large color photos illustrate the techniques and concepts in simple step-by-step instructions. With these lessons, you will get the perfect fit for any body., Here is the ultimate reference for fitting test garments and transferring accurate adjustments to patterns! No matter what size or shape you are, wearing garments that fit perfectly makes you look and feel better. Rather than making commonly accepted changes to a commercial pattern, the method presented in this guide focuses on the way a test garment fits the body. The fabric is manipulated to improve the fit, and then those specific changes are made to the pattern. The result: patterns that fit perfectly!With The Complete Photo Guide to Perfect Fitting, you'll learn:- The importance of a fitting axis and how to use it during a fitting- How to recognize fitting issues, such as drag lines and folds- How to manipulate fabric to solve common and unusual fitting problems- How to transfer the fitting changes to your pattern easily- Basic pattern-making skills to ensure accurate alterationsSee the fitting process from start to finish on basic garments, fitted on real people. Then follow fitting solutions on different body types. The lessons you learn will help you fit any body., The Complete Photo Guide to Perfect Fitting is a comprehensive how-to book for altering commercial patterns to customize the fit to a person's unique body before cutting out fabric and sewing the garment., The Complete Photo Guide to Perfect Fitting is the ultimate reference for fitting test garments and transferring accurate adjustments to patterns. No matter what size or shape you are, wearing garments that fit perfectly makes you look and feel better. Rather than making commonly accepted changes to a commercial pattern, the method presented in this guide focuses on the way a test garment fits the body . The fabric is manipulated to improve the fit, and then those specific changes are made to the pattern. The result: patterns that fit perfectly! With The Complete Photo Guide to Perfect Fitting , you'll learn: The importance of a fitting axis and how to use it during a fitting How to recognize fitting issues , such as drag lines and folds How to manipulate fabric to solve common and unusual fitting problems How to transfer the fitting changes to your pattern easily Basic pattern-making skills to ensure accurate alterations See the fitting process from start to finish on basic garments, fitted on real people . Then follow fitting solutions on different body types . Hundreds of large color photos illustrate the techniques and concepts in simple step-by-step instructions. With these lessons, you will get the perfect fit for any body.
LC Classification NumberTT520.V43 2012
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- 15 Feb, 2025
This book is great. It has the informati...
This book is great. It has the information I need to alter sewing patterns the condition of the book is good. I’m happy with item.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 04 Jan, 2022
Perfect guide to perfect fitting
I have taken online classes about garment construction from Sarah Veblen, a well known and well respected seamstress and instructor. I wanted a book to have at my fingertips in my sewing studio as I worked on my projects. This guide is the perfect balance between text and photos.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 10 Feb, 2017
Very helpful and informative.
Very helpful and informative. I will be using it a lot. It taught me to really "see" when something fits...and when it doesn't. Very clear demonstrations and explanations.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 13 Nov, 2019
Indespensible
What I like about this book is the pictoral material , since sometimes reading explanation of a fitting could get a little tedious pictures come in very handy I love this bookVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 30 Jun, 2016
Super helpful!
Easy to understand, and the pictures are really helpful. I am no longer afraid to start new sewing projects!Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 07 Nov, 2023
Sewing alternations tutorial
Just what I was looking for, this will be a very good source for my sewing library.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 28 Jan, 2019
Great tips, fantastic graphics, answers most pattern making and grading questions. Thanks!
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 22 Mar, 2025
Good
Very grateful, thanks for the good bookVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 31 Jan, 2020
Perfect Fitting
Excellent content.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 07 Sep, 2016
Thank you
Thank you very muchVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
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