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Bodice Fitting and Factory Construction Techniques

  • CHESTNUT RIDGE SEWING 5079 Township Road 401 Millersburg United States (map)

How many times have you spent time sewing garments for yourself only to be discouraged with a finished project that doesn’t fit?

Many of us have learned fitting and alteration methods that fail us, are frustrating, or are not consistent. This class will involve one-on-one instruction regarding an easy method to approach fitting for yourself that will bring back the joy of sewing your own garments.

Date: March 7, 2022

Time: 9:30 to 4:00

Cost: $45

Instructor: Elisa Milano

Please print the instructions below and bring to class

Bodice Fitting and Factory Techniques

Full Bust Adjustments Steps

Key concepts that will be covered:

How to choose a size on a pattern

How to cut out pattern

One-on-one muslin fitting - understand your fitting challenges and solutions.

Transferring fitting adjustments to your pattern

Sewing techniques for collars, cuffs, hems, etc.

Items to bring to class:

  • Sewing machine (you must understand how to operate your machine and have basic sewing skills

  • Muslin, enough to make a test garment - 2 yards is recommended

  • Scissor, seam ripper, measuring tape, sharpie marker, ruler, thread and sewing needles

  • A basic fitted blouse pattern that you like

  • Bring a blouse from your closet that fits you. This will be used as a basis for fitting you and your preferences on ease and lengths.

Earlier Event: March 3
Home & Garden Show
Later Event: March 8
Rulerwork Block #2 Class