Fitting Solutions: Pattern-Altering Tips for Garments that Fit (Threads On) (Paperback)

~ editors of Threads Magazine (Author) "it is very difficult to recognize fitting problems just by looking at patterns..." (more)
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Product Description

Here, in clear, easy-to-follow text and illustrations are dozens of simple pattern alterations gathered from Threads magazine and presented for easy reference and instant use. Sewers of every skill level will find techniques for solving fitting challenges, including neckline and collar adjustments, sleeve and shoulder shaping, waistband adjustments and more.

From the Back Cover

Now you can sew clothes that really fit. Here are dozens of easy pattern alterations compiled from Threads magazine. You'll find solutions for many fitting challenges, including how to adjust necklines and collars, fit a variety of shoulder shapes, make comfortable sleeves, prevent shirts from shifting to the back, correct the back waist length, adjust patterns to fit the bust, eliminate gaping armholes, fit the mature figure, make the waistband fit, make pants adjustments, and fit princess-style seams. Whatever your skill level, here are fitting techniques to help you achieve sewing success.

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Taunton (February 15, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1561581100
• ISBN-13: 978-1561581108
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.9 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #108,833 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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40 of 44 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The best of Threads Magazine pattern alterations, October 8, 1996

By A Customer

Fitting Solutions has in one book all of the pattern alteration solutions covered in Threads Magazine from 1991--1995. Excellent, easy to read and to follow, sensible dialogue with outstanding illustrations. Saves hours of looking through Threads Magazine for articles. Concentrates on problems above the waist and below the waist. Often, more than one solution included with comments by professionals

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Good general purpose reference book, March 17, 2007

By	V. McIntyre - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book is a good general purpose reference book for pattern alterations, but I was interested in pants the most. I purchased The Easy Guide to Sewing Pants by Lynn MacIntyre and found that to be more helpful.