What is Ease? Understand Ease in a Dressmaking Pattern

[@janstan8407]

Having you wear those garments at the end REALLY helped understand what "ease" is. Thank-you for the video!

[@MadetoSew]

So pleased I could help. Thanks Jan.

[@dianakidd5688]

YES! This is what I like to see: Your Samples are an outstanding way to explain this. “A picture’s worth a 1000 words” Thanks!

[@MadetoSew]

Thanks Diane. Aneka xx

[@hopemoore6072]

Thank you for taking time to demonstrate such a confusing concept. Your videos are enlightening, and your efforts are truly appreciated.

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you so much Hope. Really pleased it has helped you.

[@joylittle3917]

Great video, as always! You are, by far, the best teacher of sewing and techniques. Thanks again for starting a weekly video!

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you so much Joy. This really means a lot. Aneka x

[@fatemafaith5450]

I’ll say it again, you’re such an excellent teacher and your voice is very clear with the instructions ❤👍🏽thanks a lot

[@laurajones4088]

Whilst I understand the concept of ease, this video has helped me understand that figuring out the amount of ease I prefer in garments is key to obtaining the fit I desire. The sample garments and your recommendation for taking measurements were very helpful. Thank you, Aneka.

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you so much Laura. Really pleased it has helped you. Aneka x

[@annapomorski5431]

That was such a great explanation.ive been sewing for many years nearly 50 years and some times i find it difficult to explain to my daughter how much easy she wants in her clothes so this video is perfect for her to u understand. Thankyou. Btw you have a marvellous figure .

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you Anna, that is very kind of you to say. And, I am ever so pleased that this explanation has helped.

[@bhelliom3]

Thank yooou, I’m finally diving into learning how to use the several dozen patterns I’ve collected, starting with just a corset cover for a corset I’m also making. I figured I’d start with something simple since it’s just a square blouse, but I almost cut out the fabric without adding ease and I’m so glad I stopped to think first.

[@alisonlee4723]

HI Aneka, this has to be the most useful video on the planet !!!!, thank you so much, I now understand xx

[@MadetoSew]

So pleased this helped Alison. Thank you! Xx

[@kayflade]

Thank you Aneka. Always a pleasure hearing from you and learning these valuable lessons

[@MadetoSew]

Thanks Karen x

[@julietab.4576]

I'm learning so much from your channel, you're a wonderful teacher! Thank you

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you Julieta. That means a lot. ❤️

[@amandapoppleton9415]

A great video, the main point I take away from this is that ease is about what you are comfortable with and that it’s a personal thing. The 3 examples helped me visualise this. Thank you so much.

[@MadetoSew]

So pleased that you found it helpful.

[@mnels5214]

Thanks for the demos at the end, they really helped illustrate what you meant. You are a great teacher!

[@MadetoSew]

Thanks so much!

[@BikiniDesignClub]

Very nice video! We use negative ease, 8% and 12% for swimwear patterns but it also depends on each fabric!

[@MadetoSew]

Thanks for sharing what you use. This will be really interesting to people watching this. Thank you. 🙏

[@garybaldwin5241]

Thank you so much for this video. I finally attempted a garment and I think this was part of the problem. It’s a male jacket and it is by far too large. Now I’m back to consult the pattern now that I have more information. Thank you sweet lady. You’re the best!

[@MadetoSew]

Amazing to hear I could help Gary. Good luck with the jacket.

[@christinesmith7838]

Best explanation I’ve ever come across! Thank you so much 😊

[@MadetoSew]

Thanks Christine.

[@seestellysew8472]

I’m so happy you’re back.

[@MadetoSew]

Thanks Estelle. ❤️

[@Kittyququmber]

Super video. Short and with three samples. Thank you

[@MadetoSew]

Glad I could help.

[@cathyreams4526]

Thanks for all the wonderful videos, just learning to sew and you have help me so much! THANK YOU!!

[@MadetoSew]

Such a pleasure. Glad I can help you Cathy.

[@CherieUnderscore]

Brilliant and simple explanation! Thank you!

[@teresamurray9012]

Hello! I’m new to garment sewing and there is so much to learn! 😊 Thanks for your videos. They are so helpful!

[@MadetoSew]

You are so welcome!

[@curveappeal8180]

Ease is such a confusing topic for me but this video helped clarify quite a bit. Thanks!

[@MadetoSew]

I am so pleased I could help. Thank you.

[@paraboo8994]

Oh this came justice in time. I have a pattern and the suggested size for my measurements has 10 cm of ease which I couldn't quite imagine as being right but your last sample garment convinced me otherwise. Thank you as always for a top notch video ❤

[@MadetoSew]

This is so good to hear. Thank you. Aneka x

[@phillygirldiane8315]

Thank you for demystifying this for me...your videos have been super helpful

[@MadetoSew]

I'm so glad!

[@arunihewawasam6927]

So easy to understand. Thank you alot...🌸🌸🌸🌸

[@MadetoSew]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Aurora-uh9nk]

Aneka u r ...Great teacher! ...Simply the best ! Thank you for explaining ease , so very helpful .

[@MadetoSew]

So pleased I could help. Thank you x

[@Mona-1]

Much needed video. I got it....finally!! Thank you :))

[@MadetoSew]

So good to hear. Thanks Mona.

[@PetDKK]

incredible video! You talk very clearly so it is easy to understand and I am very happy that you also showed it in practice! Thank you!!

[@MadetoSew]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@kimhandy1861]

You're brilliant! Thank you for that perfect demo.

[@MadetoSew]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Joy1957K]

Thanx Aneka for the demos. It helps a lot when you explain things. 👍🧡😘😊

[@MadetoSew]

So pleased I could help.

[@lilybogaards5089]

Nice to see back. Hope you’re well 💕

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you! I am, I hope you are too. 💜

[@paprikaveg405]

Thank you so much for your explanation ❤

[@tracyfrost]

Great video I struggle with working out pattern size.

[@MadetoSew]

Thanks Tracy.

[@snugbumswallace7218]

Thanks a million for this. So glad you are back. Do you have a videos on: Using horizontal and vertical balance lines for fitting What are the basic pattern alterations you should do before making your first sample garment to access the style and size you have chosen.

[@MadetoSew]

Hello, Thank you ❤️. The second question should be answered in my video coming this weekend, my top tips / the order that I do things for making a pattern fit. In terms of your first question, I don't think I have anything on KZbin. I talk about this in my Online Class for drafting a skirt block and fitting that, but not here at the moment. Sorry, Aneka x

[@elizabethclaiborne6461]

Thank you! Excellent explanation of a trade mystery.

[@MadetoSew]

Glad it helped.

[@tknow9298]

Another well made video. Your explanation and samples of ease are crystal clear.

[@MadetoSew]

Many thanks! I'm pleased that you found it clear.

[@catladylion5186]

Just the video I need right now :)) was making a dress and the pattern mentions “ ease” and I wasn’t sure what it actually means . Your video is short and sweet and on point

[@MadetoSew]

You are so welcome!

[@2nywa2]

Just the video I needed! Thank you as always for such a clear, detailed explanation :)

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you so much. Really pleased it help. X

[@lynnw4458]

Hi Aneka, many thanks for this video, brilliant explanation as always. Im new to garment making, only started in January and Ive gone back through your library of videos and watched them, an absolute godsend to a beginner. One of the first things I did was make notes of the measurements and fabric composition of several things in my wardrobe. I always check the patterns "finished garment" sizes to them before I start to gauge the fit and so far all my makes have been successful 😊. So good to know Im on the right track.

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you, I'm pleased you have enjoyed my videos. Sounds like you have made a great start with your new hobby and as a result are getting good results. Keep up the great work!

[@mariatyrrell9147]

Wonderfully explained!

[@MadetoSew]

Thanks Maria

[@conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509]

Great explaination! Thanks for the inspiration!

[@MadetoSew]

My pleasure!

[@LaceyS27]

So helpful, thank you!

[@MadetoSew]

Pleasure.

[@lynetterene]

Hi Aneka, good to see you.....this was very very helpful....thank you so much

[@MadetoSew]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Liguorienne]

Hi, I really like your video and I would like to understand easily how you took of the princess seams from the one on the middle garment to the last garment. If you do have a video that explain could you link it please or make one Thank you very much Sofie 🌹

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Sofie, From the middle garment to the largest garment I didn't sew the princess seams. If you have a pattern you can join them back together, matching the bust apex. You may need to open up the side princess panel to give a side dart again. I have a video on how to draft a princess seam, you would need to do that backwards (if you want to change a princess seam pattern to no princess seams). kzbin.info/www/bejne/kHa7koWZa9Kfnas I was working with my block; so I drafted one with princess seams and one without. The one without the waist dart is just not sewn. Does that help? Let me know if you have any more questions. Aneka x

[@Liguorienne]

@@MadetoSew Thank you i will go see the link you gave me and try it and let you know :)

[@MadetoSew]

@@Liguorienne Let me know how you get on. x

[@anneelias5610]

I so love your videos! Thank you!

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you. I'm pleased you enjoy them.

[@squinternet1]

Best teacher ever! I simply adore your videos! I can't wait for your online class about back vent with lining, is it coming soon?

[@MadetoSew]

Yes it is. I have an online class launching on my website about drafting a pencil skirt with a lining and back vent. And I will make something to go on here too. By the end of April I hope.

[@sewmytroublesaway]

Great video, really helped me visualize the differences. I was hoping to read more in your blog post but it looks like the link is dead. Just letting you know. Thanks for your great content.

[@MadetoSew]

Thanks so much Laura. Yes, my fault with the blogs I changed my website last year and thought I was moving all my blogs across; somehow I made a mistake and lost the content in the move. So I have to manually add them all back in. It is on my to do list and I must get to it. Thank you! 🙏

[@sewmytroublesaway]

@@MadetoSew no worries! Thanks for all your hard work!

[@MadetoSew]

@@sewmytroublesaway Pleasure. If you have any videos you would like to see please feel free to suggest them. I need to get back to making more KZbin videos. Aneka x

[@carolyngethings]

nicely explained, thank you

[@MadetoSew]

Glad it was helpful!

[@gill8779]

A general sewing question please. Are hemmer feet good for hemming silk on the machine? Thanks

[@MadetoSew]

With most silk fabric I use this technique for a rolled hem, kzbin.info/www/bejne/f4bOdGernJitiqM rather than a rolled hem foot. Hope that helps Gill. Aneka

[@gill8779]

@@MadetoSew Thank you!

[@eonarts]

I’m designing a blouse from my sloper which is 0 ease but I want the blouse to have a lot of ease (I’ll be adding 2 double ended darts in the front and back (making the waist more defined). But how much ease? This really illustrated what ease looks like! Thanks for the video!

[@MadetoSew]

Pleasure Erin. Oh gosh, it really depends on how loose you want it to be. You can add the ease to the side seam. Or if you want a huge amount you could cut and spread down the middle (princess seam area). Maybe measure a garment you have that you like the ease of to work it out?

[@blufaerie]

So helpful!❤

[@MadetoSew]

Glad it was helpful!

[@VilyaLsCpt]

You look great in this blazer

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you, it is one of my favourite things to make.

[@themoon938]

Thank you so much 💓

[@MadetoSew]

You're welcome 😊

[@اسماء-د1ر]

thankkk u cleared everything 🥳

[@MadetoSew]

Wonderful.

[@jodieroundtree488]

Really helpful. Thanks

[@MadetoSew]

Glad it was helpful!

[@dianarutecki9810]

You are brilliant

[@MadetoSew]

Thanks Diana.

[@zedtremont8984]

Thank you very much for all the tutorials you made Aneka. They're clear to follow, straight to the point and even a noob as me can use them and adjust as needed. Also a hi from a totally different world, since some time I started making clothing 3D. Too often I see 3D models with totally wrong folding and a number of things that just doesn't fit. Only way to get this correct is in my eyes use correct and real world techniques, meaning not slamming some "fabric" on a model, stretch it allover and try to sculpt folds on whatever place. For me it means making patterns from scratch. So I was wondering if (please) you would consider making tutorials of how to make correct slopers to start. Bodice and skirt worked perfectly fine. Changing the place of darts and transforming those again in princess seams went thanks to you wonderful, and then you get sleeves... that's a bit of a struggle. So if in future you're in the mood and have time I would be most grateful and delighted. Once more thanks for all the work you did.

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you so much for your lovely words. I do have a drafting class for skirts from scratch on my website: madetosew.com/product/how-to-draft-a-skirt-block/ It has just allowed me to cover much more detail than I can on KZbin (as there are about 9 hours of content). I plan to do the same for the bodice block. 😊

[@zedtremont8984]

Thank you very much indeed, I'll check it out

[@MadetoSew]

@@zedtremont8984 No problem.

[@qajolaanfo5346]

Please Can u apply the same method for men

[@MadetoSew]

Yes you can. Just remember that me don’t have as many darts / shaping as in women’s garment.

[@prostowoczy2]

Thank you 😊

[@MadetoSew]

My pleasure. I hope it was helpful.

[@kanishkaabeysinghe8954]

4cm ease means total around ease in the garment right? I'm size 18 so I make 5cm ease in my clothes.yes that's perfect & breathable ease as you mentioned. 💛💛💛

[@MadetoSew]

Yes 4cm total in the garment. So 5cm for you would be perfect. Aneka x

[@davidofroline3702]

This was always confusing for me , thank you for this video. My question is does a princess seam affect the amount of ease you add?

[@MadetoSew]

Hi David, glad I could help. I was able to take more fabric in, by sewing a princess seam. You can think of it like darts. I took an amount at the waist, shoulder etc. to remove the ease in the centre of the garment. I also added and removed some from the side seams. You don't have to use princess seams to add and remove ease, but in a woven fabric you will need to use darts or seams to make a garment very fitted. Aneka 😊

[@Morticia147]

I would like to have seen the ease differences in the same garment. The last one looked huge but it also was a different shape without the darts and the shaping.

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Morticia, sorry to cause confusion. It is actually the same garment, that is how I got the extra ease into the top, but not sewing darts as princess seams I gained some ease and then I added more to the side seam. Does that help? I also didn't sew a shoulder dart which is why it is looser in the shoulder area.

[@Morticia147]

@@MadetoSew Thanks for the explaination, it helps.

[@MadetoSew]

@@Morticia147 Glad that helped and made sense.

[@mathewtailor5396]

Mam, I think you will be aware of Men's Kurta. I have a doubt that how to hem kurta. If you have any idea then tell me...

[@MadetoSew]

Hello, a Men's Kurta seems similar to a western shirt? If so, I would imagine the hemming is similar? Usually a men's or women's shirt is hemmed with a double fold. Sewn closely to the inside edge of the fold.

[@ummuaida1856]

Hi Aneka, for 9cm ease, do you mean 9cm given to bust, waist and lower hips?

[@MadetoSew]

Yes, I do mean 9cm of ease on the bust, waist and hips. There was slightly more on the waist.

[@ummuaida1856]

Thank you for your reply.

[@AleemBhatti-b2e]

hi grate thx my tr. but i want to learn how to cut all types of pants please

[@annettereed8199]

Can you have same cm measure in different brands but different ease makes the fit larger for one brand compared to another?

[@esraaadel1187]

Alot thanks for you ⚘⚘⚘⚘

[@MadetoSew]

Glad it helped.

[@elaine58100]

This is so helpful. However I feel a bit silly asking but, when I have decided the desired amount of ease that is required. Do I go back to the pattern and pick a different size that corresponds with those measurements? Or do I add or minus the ease required to the measurements that you showed the 37"bust/30"waist/40" from the back of the pattern? Hope I have explained myself clearly. I tend to look too deep into things and then over complicate things 😒😒

[@norastern8405]

Thank you - I hopped over from your instagram profile! Is it possible to actually show how to adjust the pattern shown with the different ease?

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Nora, Lovely to have you join us here. That is a pattern cutting class really, I will think of a way to do it so that it is clear and makes sense. Thanks for the great idea. Aneka x

[@reetk852]

Hello mam, can you share how to draw arm hole with french curve for small and large size😍 Just arm hole curve mam😁

[@MadetoSew]

I can do a video on this, however I actually draw most of my armholes 'free hand'. I think that a lot of pattern cutters do this, as the french curve doesn't always work for what you want to achieve.

[@englishsongs1134]

Amazing

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you!

[@temisanomatsola6818]

For the 9 cm ease , does the 9 cm stand for the darts not sewn?

[@MadetoSew]

Hello, darts have not been sewn and more ease has also been added to this garment. 😃

[@alicechirande2304]

Thanks

[@reetk852]

Mam, do you share free pattern of garments? Where to get it?

[@MadetoSew]

I have some paid and some free patterns here: madetosew.com/patterns/ (other patterns launching soon). And drafting pattern classes here: madetosew.com/classes/online-classes/ Thank you. Aneka 😃

[@bathildis6590]

Danke

[@MadetoSew]

🙏

[@nafrose]

Suppose the bust measurement is 30 inches and ease is 4 inches. So the total bust measurement should be 30+4?

[@MadetoSew]

Yes, that is correct.

[@abrarmoriya7774]

How to convert full sleeve shirt to half sleeve???

[@MadetoSew]

Yep! I can make a video.

[@abrarmoriya7774]

Ok mam will be waiting for video

[@lisalisa20907]

Ohhhh! Thank you!

[@MadetoSew]

You're welcome!

[@reetk852]

The SAMPLE garment is half stitched but still looking nice 🤗

[@MadetoSew]

Oh thank you. 😊

[@pleasantefe3621]

Very useful tutorial!👍

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you! Glad it was helpful!

[@AsteriETERNAL]

👍

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you

[@reetk852]

Nice video 😍 but I think your smile is missed, just saw in the end of video 😃

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you. 😘

[@Bt234]

First 🙋🏻‍♀️

[@MadetoSew]

🎉