Advanced Garment Fitting Even the most size-inclusive pattern is not a bespoke drafted pattern for your unique body. As you advance in your garment sewing journey, you’ll find that fitting your chest or bust can be a challenge if it differs from the commonly provided options. In this class, you’ll bring a darted bodice or top pattern to apply the adjustment to, and we’ll walk through measuring, mathing, and applying the adjustment you need so you can confidently tackle these adjustments in future projects! We’ll Cover Things Like: When to make a chest or bust adjustment Pattern adjustment basics, such as measuring yourself and your pattern truing seams calculating dressmaker’s cup size How to do adjustments: SBA, FBA, and removing volume for a post-surgery chest Approaching fitting with a compassionate, body-neutral mindset This class is great for intermediate to advanced sewists. Knowledge of general garment construction is necessary for this course. Students should have made 3-5 garments completely on their own before taking this class. If you're just starting on your garment journey, check out our "Info Series: Intro to Garment Making" class. Class Duration: 2 hours Students Bring: Darted bodice/shirt paper pattern pieces Instruction booklet for chosen pattern for reference Any preferred tracing or drafting tools and writing utensils Suggested Patterns: Ashton Top - HCP Gilbert Top - HCP Lawrence Top and Dress - HCP Sauvie Sundress - SH7 Marlow Top - Seamwork Hinterland Dress - Sew Liberated Butano Button Up - FPC Suggested Fabric: n/a this is a paper-only workshop Materials included with Registration: tracing and scrap paper, rulers, drafting tools, and a handout with worksheets.You will leave with: A paper pattern version of your favorite garment ready for mock up making! Level: Advanced Garments Skill Details: You should be comfortable with a sewing machine, have a good understanding of sewing patterns, and have experience making 2+ bodice, top, or shirt patterns. Vibe: Full Focus. Hands-On Focus. Learn by doing, with plenty of guidance.You'll be working and learning a ton, but the pace is supportive and steady. There’s space to ask questions and troubleshoot, while still keeping your hands busy most of the time. Age Range: Adults 18+ Location: 822 South Third Street Renton, Wa 98057 Our classes are priced on a sliding scale.Use your annual household income as a guide to choose your adjusted price. The income levels provided are just a guideline. Ultimately you know your budget best, please pay what is affordable for you. Income Per Year 0-60K $65 60K-90K $80 90K-125K $95 125K+ $110
