Sandi S
Sew Crazy for Disney!
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- Jul 30, 2009
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I AM A NEW SEWER, but so far I have felt that the McCall's patterns DO run big. I've learned that I should ALWAYS make a mock-up/muslin one first because I have needed to make adjustments. OF course, I've only tried two different patterns, so maybe it's just the ones I got??
Oh Sandi this is FABULOUS! It's so bright and cheery. I love it! Hope you are enjoying your time off.
Sunshine
The big 4 - McCall's, Simplicity, Butterick, and Vogue all use a standard 5/8 inch seam allowance. Be aware of that and pick a size based on the measurements. Also, I would suggest check out Pattern Review before you sew up something if you have any concerns. There are thousands of reviews. (I have reviewed almost 700 patterns myself - a little bit of everything.)
Thank you! I still haven't finished Arial...tomorrow perhaps - had to go back to work and do a field trip that ate into my last 48 hours pretty badly.
You very creative ladies have inspired me to do my very first ever appliqué. I'll admit, it was an easy one; Lightening McQueen. I'll try to post a picture tomorrow.
Please do show us - sounds great!
What is the design ease on the pattern? That could make a difference. Also, did you use a 1/4" seam allowance or a 5/8" seam allowance? Commerical patterns tend to use 5/8" seams. I usually go with the finish garment measurements (those are usually marked along the chest, waist, and hips) to decide which size to make. I also measure the pattern first, substract the seam allowance to make sure the size is correct. I hope this helps.
What she said!
BTW - Sandra Betzina's Fast Fit and/or Palmer/Pletsch's Fit for Real People are excellent resources about fit and pattern ease. They apply mostly to women's patterns, but lots of info is applicable to any pattern.