Activity

  • Profile picture of EllenMCM

    EllenMCM started the topic Finding the correct pattern size in the forum Group logo of Sewing for YourselfSewing for Yourself 9 years ago

    I’m totally new to the world of adult sewing, and I’m hoping that this is one of those obvious things that everyone knows (and can tell me, cause I don’t).

    I’m trying to find the correct pattern size to use to make bust adjustments. As per all the advice I can see, I have taken my high bust measurement. None of the patterns I have offers a high bust measurement in the size chart. What aspect of the pattern do I compare my high bust measurement to in order to determine my size, pre-FBA?

    • Profile picture of Robin
      Robin replied 9 years ago

      Use your high bust measurement as your bust measurement. As an example, for the Gallery Tunic my full bust measurement is a size 20, but my high bust measurement is a 16. I sewed the 16 and added a full bust adjustment. This means the shoulders fit far better. Does that help?

copyright

Unless otherwise credited, all work on this blog is © Liesl + Co., Inc, 2008-2024. You are welcome to link to this blog, but please ask permission before using any text or images.