FREE FULL CLASS | How to Custom Fit Your Sewing Patterns

[@coppercreekpatterns]

Thanks so much for watching! ❤ We’d love to hear what you think of this video. Do you think you'll sew our Anything But Basic Tee? If not, what's stopping you? Let us know in the comments!

[@suedwyer6694]

Thank you for using a larger mannequin. I am learning to sew for myself because my body is 3 sizes - shoulder, waist and hips, and I need to stay positive and believing I can look good if I fit to my body. This is the best thing you could give me! Thanks!

[@catherinephillips8925]

Most of us are a unique combination of individual curves , My advice is to look at body shapes and what styles suit them. I myself am an inverted triangle, I’m tall with narrow shoulders, A sway back and generous bust , I also have slim to minimal hips , a high waist And a flat butt 😅 Even at ideal weight none of this changes. Better to love the body you’re in , Well fitting clothes definitely helps.

[@TamarKnochel]

I'm 5' 2" and nothing EVER fits correctly! This was such a WONDERFUL lesson!!! It's exactly what I needed!!! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@stellaspooperpicker-upper6767]

People pay good money for this kind of information. Thanks so much for doing this great video. So many people take the time to sew themselves a garment but then it doesn't fit properly. I look forward to perfecting these skills.

[@coppercreekpatterns]

Thanks for watching!

[@solarwinds-]

You're awfully nice for sharing this. This is the most comprehensive fitting adjustment I've seen.

[@kathisavarese6931]

The shorter length adjustment was so enlightening. As someone who is 5' dividing the difference between 2, or perhaps 3 locations on the pattern piece makes so much sense! Thank you!

[@coppercreekpatterns]

Glad it was helpful!

[@BritClips]

I am now 64 and getting back into sewing. I am no longer (sadly) able to buy a pattern, cut it out on fabric, sew and wear with no adjustments or very small tweaks. I'm sure it was also different the way patterns were made in the 70's. This has been extremely informative to my now post menopause figure (ugh) and has helped me to understand adjustments a little better. With a brand new sewing machine and a gifted (old but goodie) serger I am determined to make clothes to fit ME. Excellent tutorial, well explained in a calm manner, no distracting music and straight, to the point simple explanation and demonstration. Bonus is free patterns which is where I'm heading now......

[@solarwinds-]

Hi BritClips, don't feel bad. I don't think it's your figure, I think you're more sophisticated now and you SEE the fitting problems where as your more inexperienced self didn't. I'll bet dollars to donuts that is the case. That's the way it was with me. I thought my clothes fit great but they didn't, I just didn't know any better.

[@carolg.6838]

BritClips, I am also 64. Our body changes as we get older. In my case I also got heavy. Even if I uses different sizes for top, middle, bottom, I would need adjustments for my shape. The much younger me needed few adjustments. I hope to learn a lot from these videos. Also check out Nancy Zieman fitting video and book. She was a gem, passed away some years ago.

[@Zayaxa]

I'm 5'11", and just getting into dressmaking so that I can make clothes that actually fit me. I can't wait to get good enough to make my own jeans. No more dresses that are too short either! Your video is incredibly helpful and you're very engaging as a teacher. Thank you for this class.

[@LilLadyAy]

Other side of the same boat at 4'11

[@pique-nique]

@@LilLadyAy Same here!

[@lindyvalentine5434]

Yep. I'm 5'11 too I always find a beautiful sundress at the store only to find that I look pregnant because the waistlines is four inches too high.

[@fareenscuisines5083]

@@LilLadyAy Me too

[@mommaandthatbabybae6956]

Honey, I'm in the same boat as you!! 5'11" and just started my sewing journey. Another mom gave me a sewing machine and now I'm on my way to custom clothes for tall women and kids 😆💌!!!

[@bakerwannabe4435]

This video was so informative! I’m a beginner sewist and have seen so many videos where they mention grading and ease but I never fully understood what it meant. This video answered so many questions. Thank you.

[@rosac8168]

Omg I can’t believe I came across your channel as I sit here altering my clothing as best I can . I had to put you on speaker so my husband can hear you cause I’m so tired of hearing him say I don’t know why you always say can never find anything that fits you ! HALLELUJAH!!!!

[@4golfing]

This has to be the absolute best video on resizing. I love the splitting of the pattern into 2 or 3 pieces. It makes so much sense and NO OTHER seamstress has ever mentioned this. My first but not last video of your links. Thanks you Jessica

[@lindaconover4328]

OMG this is wonderful! I just found your channel at the right time. I am 76 , years ago when I first started my career I made all my clothes as $ was tight, then as $ was not as much of an issue I stopped. Now I want to get sewing again so I can make or customize my clothing for my shape and age. Your videos will be a tremendous help as I relearn sewing skills. Thank you 😊

[@qormi1000]

Thank you so much for this class. I learnt new things today even after sewing for over 60 years. More please. xxx

[@patriciagreen3345]

Wow! I have been sewing for 40 years. This is such a very clear video of what you need to do to customize a pattern! You are a gift to sewists everywhere!

[@kalpnapanchal7118]

Wow, this video is great. I’m a beginner and have tried a few patterns but couldn’t understand where I was going wrong. Nothing fit properly. You have explained everything so clearly, This is the best I’ve come across, so easy to follow and understand. Thank you so much for this video.

[@o0oTyPow]

i was sent this link from a friend who has watched me struggle the last week! THIS....is a life saver!!!!!!

[@donna9438]

I am just discovering your site. You are excellent in your way of teaching online. No extra verbal fluff to sit through, just basic knowledge that can be used mediately. Thank you I am disappointed that all your free patterns are not downloadable, or still available. Thanks for the great lesson.

[@barbloughridge5470]

I agree. The video is great! Too bad you can't actually get the patterns. That's a bummer. You would certainly think "downloadable" patterns would be available all the time and never out of stock. Disappointing, but the video and concepts were very nice and well done from a DIY perspective.

[@rainzezula8842]

Oh my gosh, helpful - thank you! I was definitely one of those people who thought my fit problems were due to my sewing skills. So glad i found this video and discovered your patterns!

[@susankidd9963]

At nearly 70 years old I am starting to do pattern adjustments and really enjoying it , I will definitely be looking out for these tutorials keep them coming fantastic.

[@robbiepenney5344]

same here

[@mrgarner4796]

I am 80 this year and want my clothes to fit. I don't want to walk through the mall and see what I am wearing...on someone else. I suppose I could say they have good taste too. I think I like the feeling of accomplishment... that I did this... and look in the mirror and like what I see. With this proper instruction... I know we can all do it. I am 5' 9" and want the proportions of the garment to match those on my body.

[@correzecyclingholidays6419]

Brilliant! I have been the person who gave up after making one pattern as it didn't fit so I thought I couldn't sew... No longer! So well explained and we'll presented. Thank you!

[@colin101981]

It's so fantastic to meet a sewing instructor with a lovely attitude to variety of shapes and sizes. Thank you SO MUCH for this tutorial. It would be great to see more patterns for us guys that sew 😉

[@theopening8564]

This was the best and most helpful/informative online class. Thank you!

[@DCbyHARUN]

You are amazing teacher for me.I like the way you talk is very clearly even for me who’s no speak English well

[@darlenem9725]

Thank you so much for this! I’ve just started learning to sew because I’ve had a double mastectomy with no reconstruction and my cancer medications have put me into menopause so my belly has grown dramatically. I’ve also always been very bottom and hip heavy so I literally can’t find any clothing or patterns to fit me. All of the plus sized options are intended for a very large bust and I have none. This is going to be so helpful and in all my searching this is the only I’ve found that explains how to do this! Thank you!!!!!

[@donnacox2194]

Wonderful class ! You are a good teacher and I look forward to trying your patterns. I would like to add it was so refreshing to see models who were not straight up and down. Real people who have very hard fitting problems and cannot buy ready to wear that doesn’t look like tents on them. Thank you for your kindness to include those of us who are not small, slim and perfectly proportioned. Some of us need more than height adjustments or just a little more room in certain places. Fitting adjustments have been such a nightmare for some of us. Again thank you so much. Blessings to you and your business. ❤️

[@splibragirl]

I have to redo my measurements every so many years and I love how you clearly outline the guidelines.

[@cphilips66]

I love the body acceptance of Jessica and DIBY. It would be nice to see her site pick up more viewers because she really creates patterns that are approachable and incredibly helpful in developing confidence. Working with her patterns has helped me learn more than any others out there. So much value in these 💕

[@TracyMinall]

I loved this class, I am a beginner in dressmaking so knowing how to adjust the pattern was enlightening. I am a size 2/4 and long in the body so I found this tutorial very helpful. Thank you so much.

[@TracyMinall]

A fantastic tutorial Jessica .... the adjustment class is so helpful to us....beginners in dressmaking. thank you

[@smokeydog67]

I’m very new to this in fact I’ve tried making a T-shirt once before, it didn’t turn out very well, it was thrown in the trash. I’m here to try again I’ve got a gorgeous sewing machine that I need to put to work, I’ve lost a considerable amount of weight and I need to update my clothes, so here I go! First I want to thank you for the free patterns and the amazing tutorials, the detail is exactly what I need.

[@ladyangelheart25]

Thank you so much!!! I've read about grading, and this is the first time I actually understand it and can see how it's done. Also have to adjust a pattern for my daughter's height.

[@pamelalc63]

Terrific ❣ Thank you so much. I will try this with a basic shift pattern that I have had for centuries but was afraid to cut the pattern because I have a big variations in my body size. Yet I am celebrating because I have trimmed down my waist 5 inches from my waist. Really thank you.

[@janetharrison1062]

thank you so much I have learnt a lot about height and size adjustments ,.you made it so easy for me to understand and follow, I am 5' 8" 64ys old and I'm new to dress making

[@karenlowes7802]

These adjustments are important to know. I'm weary of tops falling off my shoulders! I hope you'll do more! 😊 Thank you

[@jeanne6774]

thank you so much for this video - eye opener to me and it explains why the clothes i used to make never fitted properly !

[@KatKWhite]

First let me say, that I LOVE DIBY! I have several of your patterns. And...OMGosh!!! I've watched A LOT of sewing videos and this one by far is the most most informative one of them all. I'm so excited to have come across this! I've always been afraid to make adjustments out of fear that it would be too difficult since I'm a beginner. I can't wait to start my next project so I can adjust for my body! So happy to have found DIBY!!! You are a great teacher! I Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! I hope you will be making a video for pants adjustments as well!

[@trisha3856]

Absolutely amazing class, thank you! The video production, sound and lighting, all professional & perfect! (Cannot emphasis enough how important lighting and sound are!!) You're a great teacher all around!

[@saf3508]

I have NEVER seen things explained like this before; it finally makes sense to me! Thanks so much!❤

[@noriherrera4603]

Your mannequin is X -LG.

[@deborahabayomi6863]

Due to the ridiculous ease built into the BIG 4 patterns, i always compare my measurement (plus my desired ease) to the pattern final measurement to know how to proceed with the horizontal or volume adjustments. The fact that my unique figure is also an A or TRIANGLE does not help me with commercial patterns. I am size 12 @ the Bust, 16 @ the waist and 22 @ the Hip……Pattern adjustment for me be frustrating at times (I have lots of adjustment to make as you can imagine including SBA and back-waist-lenght and sloped shoulder) but, most rewarding when everything comes nicely together. I am also discovering and understanding my body better with every pattern adjustment

[@ABenz-n4k]

As a long time sewer, you can always learn a new trick. Good job. Very well explained and I like your voice and presentation. Thank you.

[@jenthulhu]

Brilliant! As a 6' tall woman this is GOLD. Thank you so much!

[@madgehaynes2258]

Thank you for this explanation on better fitting. It is very much helpful for me.

[@moderneprimitives1510]

this was great and so helpful! I bought a ladies suit pattern from 1961 and I am 5'10"! plus broad in shoulder and large busted. I knew I needed to adjust the jacket and blouse and this is perfect! thank you!

[@hebepena3220]

I just came across your video and i must say that you are fantastic. This tutorial was the best sewing tutorial i've found. Your instructions were clear and concise. Your tone was pleasant and the rate at which you gave the information was perfect. Thank you for taking the time to do this video. I'm glad I discovered you. Now i"m going to check out your website. Happy sewing :)

[@valerieslater-t1v]

Iam so thrilled to have found this video, thank you so much, I have been making clothes all my life ( I am 74 yrs old) but never knew anything about this method, have always just sewn whatever the pattern was. I am 5' 5" so thats a good thing, but as for the circumferences of my shape, that is a whole different story. I am expecting a gorgeous new pattern from UK shortly and now feel confident to make a few adjustments to make sure it fits me properly. I also will purchase some very cheap cotton to make my first garment with just like you advised. I will let you know how I go, but I am excited to give it a try....

[@sumaiacosta136]

You look very young compared to the amount of great info you deliver. You are for sure passionate about fitting and sewing. I love how you give importance to details that other professionals think are irrelevant. It makes me imagine how clean and perfect your work is. Thank you for your time and dedication in helping us be better seamstresses.❤🙏

[@BritClips]

age does not equal experience.

[@sumaiacosta136]

@@BritClips you interpreted me wrong. But that's ok cuz you don't know me, or the way I express myself. Happy life to you.

[@annarademacher8359]

I just came upon this and found it to be the best “fitting” video from the many I have listened to. You are a very clear and detailed presenter. I can’t wait to check out your other posts and patterns.

[@charlottehayward5943]

I just watched your video. It was very informative and really helped me understand fitting. Thank you so much.

[@charlottejones7341]

Thanks 😊 I am a new sewner who is home bound with seizures and deafness in my right ear and I am in between sizes I think 10 to 18 or 22

[@SarahCarpenter8888]

I’m 6’4” it’s so disappointing going into a store to try on dresses and they’re all to short .I’m glad I came across your video, I’d like to start sewing my own dresses to fit my height and size.

[@lindavaughan8113]

I have just found you and you are great at explaining how to do things. Thank you so much. I have a problem with one shoulder of my V neck dress falling down. I am slightly round shouldered and 5ft 2". I love the video.

[@dianegoodrich4830]

Thank you for explaining this in a way that I understand. You are an awesome teacher! Thank you for your free patterns as well.

[@shazzyd07]

Great tutorial. Moved at a really good pace to learn more effectively. Thanks you for efforts in teaching us so well ❤

[@coppercreekpatterns]

Glad you liked it!

[@PennyDeFelippo]

Thank you so much for making patten adjustments extremely understandable. I am at least one different size at all measuring points. I feel that now my clothes will fit me correctly.

[@coppercreekpatterns]

That's so awesome! Makes my heart so happy!

[@dianneunderwood8456]

Excellent tutorial and such great information! How wonderful your patterns offer grading (and only for the size range you need) to ensure a good fit result at the completion of the sewing. Thank you for sharing this and may you enjoy continued success in the future.

[@MoteOfDust430]

Thank you so very much. The height adjustment makes so much sense in hindsight over the years. I have always adjusted 1" for a short-waist but never for height. I am 5"1-3/8 (used to be 5"3-5/16" lol). I am going to try this method out.

[@coppercreekpatterns]

Glad it was helpful!

[@wendyfay16]

BRILLIANT!! This is the VERY BEST Tutorial that I've ever seen on KZbin!! I will not only be using your tutorial, but I'll also be sharing it with friends who I know also enjoy sewing. I can also see how useful this will be for alterations on clothes that don't fit me as well as they should. They have been sitting in a crate just waiting for me to get started, but your tutorial will also be of great assistance for me to get the correct measurements. I bought a roll of a type of thin muslin to use when I attempted to recover a couple of chairs. So, the chairs remain uncovered, but I now have the perfect fabric to make a muslin. I can"t wait to try this now, and I expect you have a great many people who love your classes and patterns. Thank you very much for such a fabulous tutorial.

[@andespenser3017]

This is so helpful to see the bigger mannequin! Where did you get it? I need one for my body. Also, your voice reminds me of Kristy Swanson. You have such a pleasant and gentle manner which makes me feel like we're just talking about the business of fitting without any sort of judgment. I haven't made it through the whole video yet but your positive attitude and straightforward open minded manner makes this such a nice change. Thank you.

[@coppercreekpatterns]

Thanks for your comment! Jessica has had the mannequin for many years, so we are unsure where it came from!

[@traceyfell8028]

Hi I'm 4ft 9" and really enjoyed this video. Thankyou so much this has really helped me understand what I need to do

[@brendaeves3236]

This video has been fantastic! You have been so clear in explaining. I am a newbie to sewing and one of the main reasons along with using fabrics I really like and to be able to have them fit my body well. I’m off to buy YOUR have taken away all the fear I had about making adjustments. Thank you!

[@SewingSistahs]

Enjoyed your class. I learned these techniques many moons ago. You are a very good teacher. I teach commercial pattern sewing and custom adjustments. Before covid. I’m interested in getting back to teaching.

[@pjacksreads536]

Thank you! I will give this a try. You made it sound very easy. My tops are usually needing small adjustments but the bottoms need vavavoom adjustments and it is difficult to smooth them out. Lol

[@jcr_jcr]

This video is superb. I am about to make myself a summer dress. Have not sewed for many years. Thank you for the clear and straightforward information. So nice to see no posing or gimmicks.

[@robintate998]

First time watching you, and I'm in love!! You are by far the BEST instructor on custom fitting I have seen on you tube so far! Please continue the free classes I am watching! New subscriber!! 💜❤💙👍

[@AnnSchuster-u9m]

Thanks!

[@janetcrowe]

Thank you SO MUCH Jessica - that was a fabulous video and incredibly useful.

[@stadoritou]

I have just come across this video of yours and it's amazing. I love the simple way that you explain things which is a good characteristic of great teachers. Thank you very much for this tutorial. It's extremely helpful. God bless you.

[@debrajohnson5453]

Hi Jessica! Wow! What a great concept ! I am really excited to try out a couple of your free patterns that you offer. THANK YOU! You were clear and I understood (Im pretty sure) the way that you explained every detail. Thank you again.

[@manuelitaruiz9783]

Thank you so much for this great tutorial, i got an open mind of how to do changes to custom a pattern to my size. I c t wIt to give it a try. Than you

[@francoisethepot9414]

thank you very much, since I am petite, I always must downsize all clothes I bought now I learned how to sew well I get the pattern, but I redo all of them, following just my measurement but it is challenging work seeing your tutorial has given me a better way to sew better in a better way

[@averageidiot133]

You just described the exact reason I'm learning how to saw. I knew this is what I wanted to do but had no idea how to do it until I saw this video. Girl, it felt like being in church, PREACH!

[@ruthruth6412]

I have only just listened to this video once while cooking and it has already helped! I will go back again and again for sure. It is so helpful because you communicate so clearly. Thank you.

[@YogaVistaTV]

Great info. I have problems with armhole being too large. How do you adjust that? Thanks!

[@coppercreekpatterns]

Is this after a height adjustment? You may need to redraw the armhole to its original size.

[@louisesmith3219]

Loved your video. You are very encouraging to beginner sewers. I loved that you said to try your pattern on cheap fabric so that you can adjust the pattern. Thank you so much for doing this. It is one of the best I have seen on line.

[@rosemoore5364]

Thank you. I am just learning to sew and make clothes. I can't thank you enough for your wonderful channel. So glad I found you.

[@cindyz1952]

What do you feel is the BEST dress form? Shopping now for something I always wanted!!!

[@heideray7343]

My first t-shirt was the ABBT. The best instructions! The size chart so easy to understand. I have 3 so far. The first 2 were a very stretchy knit and did not need to add ease in the upper arm. On my last was a thicker and not as stretchy fabric and I made the alteration. I did add 3” for my height all in the middle, I will redraft and space it in 2 sections. I was lucky I used fabric I liked but it was very inexpensive as I thought they would not fit. I wear them all! The neckline options are great for everyone! 100% recommend this pattern for anyone wanting to make a t-shirt that fits the way you want it to. Great video!

[@melindamercier6811]

Absolutely invaluable information here. I so appreciate it! Thank you!

[@kendal4452]

This is one of the most informative videos. I am a newbie in sewing. Being full in the bust just makes me look bigger. In the stores, they have done away with darts for the fuller bustline. Off the rake shirts just pull in the bust making stretch lines. The shirt falls forewarned at the waist, making me look pregnant. I plan to use your patterns to learn the how to do bust adjustments.

[@jamieevans1387]

I love how you explained this. I followed this instruction when I made pegs. I'm tall and would've just added length to the ends, but they look and feel so much BETTER w/the custom adjustments. Thanks for the tutorials!!

[@susieseufertwadenc2160]

I am so crazy excited to try this custom fit method. I teach kids to sew and my teen girls tend to need pattern adjustments.

[@debramejia5091]

This was fabulous! Thank you so much; I sincerely hop you will continue this series. I look forward to your next video.

[@robbiepenney5344]

thank you, this is my first contact with you and it was easy to follow and understand.

[@user-jf7ej5py1u]

This is so helpful, I do wish you had shown how to adjust the top bust from the full bust. ❤❤❤❤Thank you for all your help ❤❤❤❤❤

[@coppercreekpatterns]

Do you mean a full bust adjustment? We hope to have a video on that topic soon! It is a popular request!

[@carolines2088]

I definitely want to have a go doing this base pattern. Thankk you for a very informative video.

[@lollipopmissfit]

I really enjoyed this video!!!!!

[@sewingconfidential]

Thank you so much for this beautiful tutorial. The internet is my only resource available for teaching myself and becoming a better sewer. ❤️

[@hmf5328]

Jessica, thank you so much, this is amazing info, easy to follow and usable for every pattern. I agree with Zayaxa, even though I am 'only' 5'10", that nothing fits coming from a store. I have doing my clothes for a while now, but still consider myself a beginner. I wish I would find some other sewing enthusiasts in my area to built up my knowledge and expertise. You are a fantastic teacher and really stand out from others who just 'assume' you already know a lot of stuff and just brush over it.

[@MsAzura20]

Wow! amazing class. I learned some things no one has ever mentioned before. Thank you so very much!

[@beltonlana1]

I cannot tell you how much this video helped me. I am not an professional seamstress by any means - but your information was so helpful. Thank you!!!!

[@pennyf9886]

Excellent instructions

[@digitalcanvas4444]

This video is brilliant! Thank you for providing this. I searched for hours looking for exactly this information and found nothing. Luckily this came up as a recommendation (sadly a couple of weeks late but I'll use the info next time). Your instruction was extremely clear with good camera work. Thanks again!!!

[@carlac4975]

Great video!!! Thank you!!! I hope to see more! I not only have to add length to bodices, but then need a swayback....typically pinch out a total of 1 inch. I also have narrow shoulders in front and wide in back! Hope to see how you handle those in an upcoming video! Thanks again!!

[@terryweister9577]

Excellent information & a simple way to understand. TY💕

[@sylviabivens2032]

Wow, I’m so glad I found you. I LOVED THE CLASS!!!!!! I feel SOOOO MUCH BETTER about grading my patterns. Thank you!!!!!!!

[@sylviaminter4247]

Thank you so much for this tutorial, I now have a small understanding of how to make some adjustments ❤❤

[@katdurham5539]

Excellent! Your explanations and demonstration are very understandable.

[@angieavellanet3818]

Wow thank you for all this valuable information and the PDF files ... enormous help!!!!

[@coppercreekpatterns]

Glad it was helpful!

[@norahg2011]

Excellent yes I learned so so much you’ve given me confidence to make these correct adjustments

[@zeldamic7746]

Loved the tutorial. I am not sure if I missed it but what about shoulder to waist measurement? If that measurement was long or short compared to the measurement on the pattern. How would you do that adjustment ?

[@nancy9478]

Great question, I have no waist and most pattens are too long everywhere.

[@susangrant9365]

Thank you. You are very informative and very easy to listen to. I look forward to many more tutorials in your positive, unique teaching style.