The Fitting Book: Make Sewing Pattern Alterations & Achieve the Perfect Fit You Desire
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The Fitting Book Think of the moment you wear an outfit you have sewn for the first time. Think of how happy, proud, and accomplished you feel, all because it fits and you love it. Many women struggle with the standard sizing of commercial or indie sewing patterns, which often leads to fitting issues. This garment fitting guide will help you adjust sewing patterns to achieve the perfect fit you desire. This fitting book has visual sketches and links to videos to help during each step of the 3-part fitting process. Here’s How it Works: A) Identify the Fitting Issue. B) Pin, Cut, & Tape the Fitting Sample. C) Correct the Sewing Pattern. The Fitting Book covers the following categories for pattern alterations: Full Bust Adjustments (FBA) – bodice alterations for princess seams, darts, no darts Small Bust Adjustments (SBA) – bodice alterations for princess seams, darts, no darts Armscye and sleeve alterations Front width, back and shoulder pattern adjustments Neckline pattern corrections Basic skirt pattern alterations Dress alterations – Top/bodice adjustments and skirts Fitting pants – this is my specialty and what I am known for in the industry Demystifying draglines (my secret to understanding diagonal draglines in garment fitting) You will learn about terminology, abbreviations, pattern tools, and patternmaking supplies. The Fitting Book shows how to use a hip curve, a French curve, and a clear ruler for patternmaking. The pattern corrections can be applied to womenswear, menswear, childrenswear, knit styles, and woven styles. The sketches and photos are in black and white. This is a fitting book primarily with sketches. It is not a pattern drafting book. Finally, you will learn about the customization scale in garment fitting and patternmaking. I share my knowledge from fitting tens of thousands of garments while working in the garment industry since 2003. You will learn industry-expert fitting tips to achieve the customized fit you desire. If you are one of my 58,000+ followers on Instagram and Facebook, you may have seen my short fitting videos. For all the fitting alterations in this book, there are corresponding simple videos to reference. There are QR codes that can be scanned with a smartphone which direct you to each fitting correction. The videos give you a quick visual of how to do each correction, so you never get stuck. Stop wasting your time and money sewing clothes that don’t fit well. It’s time to sew the clothes you love that fit. Si desea comprar este libro en español, puede encontrarlo escribiendo 'El libro de ajustes para patrones de costura' en el buscador. Review: A course in fitting! - I thought this was mainly a reference book; that I would just look for my fitting issue and learn what to do. But it is much more than that! It is more like a course in fitting—starting with your fitting sample (aka muslin or toile). Excellent, excellent book. Some reviewers point out that the book starts with a moulage and that you need to take that course before the book is useful. This is a misunderstanding. This book assumes that you have made up a sample from a pattern. You then use this book to evaluate the fit and make the pattern adjustments needed. She does explain the process of pattern development which starts with a moulage, then to a sloper, then to a pattern; but this book is used once the pattern is made and a fitting sample made from it. So. If you have purchased a pattern, you have made a sample, it doesn’t fit just as you had hoped, this is the book for you. Review: It’s A Great Book - This book is chalked full of information. Information is what I need, instead of frufru pictures that’s just taking up space for valuable information. The diagrams are simple, easy to read, so that you can confidently apply your corrections, to the patterns. If you are looking for a coffee table book, this ain’t it. If you’re the type that just want to cut to chase, get ready to work. I am certain those who left 1-3 stars, only thumbed through the book, and got flustered by the volume of information and basic shapes. I’d advise you, if you’re feeling this way, take in small chunks, bit by bit, and you will feel happy that you selected this book. Again, it’s not a luxurious, Disney, thumb through type of book, it’s a guide which will remain by your side. Happy Sewing.
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| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 929 Reviews |
N**D
A course in fitting!
I thought this was mainly a reference book; that I would just look for my fitting issue and learn what to do. But it is much more than that! It is more like a course in fitting—starting with your fitting sample (aka muslin or toile). Excellent, excellent book. Some reviewers point out that the book starts with a moulage and that you need to take that course before the book is useful. This is a misunderstanding. This book assumes that you have made up a sample from a pattern. You then use this book to evaluate the fit and make the pattern adjustments needed. She does explain the process of pattern development which starts with a moulage, then to a sloper, then to a pattern; but this book is used once the pattern is made and a fitting sample made from it. So. If you have purchased a pattern, you have made a sample, it doesn’t fit just as you had hoped, this is the book for you.
G**S
It’s A Great Book
This book is chalked full of information. Information is what I need, instead of frufru pictures that’s just taking up space for valuable information. The diagrams are simple, easy to read, so that you can confidently apply your corrections, to the patterns. If you are looking for a coffee table book, this ain’t it. If you’re the type that just want to cut to chase, get ready to work. I am certain those who left 1-3 stars, only thumbed through the book, and got flustered by the volume of information and basic shapes. I’d advise you, if you’re feeling this way, take in small chunks, bit by bit, and you will feel happy that you selected this book. Again, it’s not a luxurious, Disney, thumb through type of book, it’s a guide which will remain by your side. Happy Sewing.
A**S
Must have for new and intermediate sewists wanting to improve!
I purchased this book several years ago and have used it for a reference book and it is an excellent resource. A short while ago the author, Gina Renee, suggested reading the book from cover to cover and she would answer any questions we had and offer her insights. Unheard of right? Well reading the book from start to finish has been an eye opener. I didn’t realize how much I had missed! As Gina says, you have to know the rules before you can break them. As a self taught sewer my confidence level has improved greatly since reading the book and hearing her insights. I highly recommend this book!
A**R
So helpful!
I am learning so much with this book! The videos that go along with it are so helpful! Also you can sign up for more learning videos and classes that go along with the book! Loving it!
J**.
Clear easy to understand explainations and drawings
I like this book and her website extras. The drawings are clear and easy to understand. Very happy with this purchase.
L**S
The Fitting Book Review
Great sewing book. I recommend.
K**B
This is original material.
The book, along with the videos, are the best information I have found.
D**M
Recommend- use with included QR codes
Be prepared to use along with the QR codes on each page. Each page is a summary of the directions. You really need to watch the videos to get the full directions. Having the book is a great! It’s like having class notes. The notes help me remember video contents. No more watching videos over and over. I’m not new to sewing, but I’m new to doing more than basic alterations. This will definitely be one of my “go to” books.
M**N
Duidelijk mooi boek
Een heel duidelijk uitgelegd boek met goeie tekeningen.
A**R
Great book
Useful knowledge.
P**I
Super
Super livre. Malgré le fait qu'il soit en anglais donc peut être difficile pour certaines personne qui ne comprennent pas le vocabulaire technique, je trouve que c'est claire et très compréhensible, avec les illustrations et les photos pas besoin de plus.
H**A
Eu recomendo muito!
Eu amei! É um livro super completo! Muita informação preciosa. Super recomendo!
S**Y
Truly empowering and incredibly clear
This book gave me a level of clarity and confidence I didn’t have before. The way everything is explained—especially how to take measurements—completely changed how I approach fitting. For the first time, I feel like I truly understand what I’m doing. It’s not just about techniques—the book gives you a real sense of control and confidence, which goes beyond sewing. Clear, practical, and genuinely empowering. I can’t wait to start creating the wardrobe of my dreams with what I’ve learned here. Highly recommended.
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