[James]

I would love to make an adjustment to the All Day shirt for a better fit for my body. Ideally, I would use the “large” yoke with the “x-large” body parts. My shoulders are not very broad–at least I’d rather say that than to say that I have slightly too much girth in my torso for my frame. Is there a simple way of making this adjustment? I’m imagining I would probably have to adjust the sleeve cap as well? Grateful for any suggestions. Thanks!

• This topic was modified 5 years ago by James.

[Masha Richart]

If it’s just the shoulder width you want to change, I’d probably try a narrow shoulder adjustment on the size x-large yoke to get to to the width you need. Then you don’t have to mess with trying to get it to match up to the x-large body parts.

• This reply was modified 5 years ago by Masha Richart.

[Liesl Gibson]

Agreed, or you could go the reverse route and start with the large pattern and use the Fit for Real People book to help you adjust the body of the shirt to a larger size. To me that seems like the easier route, but either way would work.

[James]

Thanks so much for these suggestions. I’m interested in your recommendation for Fit for Real People. That title has come up several times lately, so it’s definitely something I need to check out. I have cut out the pieces, mostly in the XL, and figured it would be easier to take away than to add. Yesterday I got the pieces cut out and got have joined the fronts, yoke and back. I think it may fit pretty well just the way it is. Just watched you video on bias binding. I bought some silk organza to finish the seams with a Hong Kong finish. If I’m brave enough. I’m making the shirt with a lovely white cotton shirting with a black lace overlay. I’m fairly pleased with the way it’s going.

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