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Bodice Fitting & Factory Construction Techniques

  • Chestnut Ridge Sewing 5079 T.R. 401 44654 United States (map)

How many times have you spent time sewing garments for yourself only to be discouraged with the 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 to sewing.

Date: November 21st

Time: 9:30 to 4:00 (doors open @ 9:00)

Cost: $45

Instructor: Elisa Milano

Please print the instructions below and bring to class

Bodice Fitting and Factory Techniques

Full Bust Adjustments Steps

Key concept 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 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 and your preferences on ease and lengths.

Earlier Event: November 21
BERNINA Black Friday Deals
Later Event: November 23
CLOSED for Thanksgiving