Sussex Seamstress Sewing Blog
How To Lengthen A Trouser/Pants Pattern
Everyone is a different height and has different length legs, so getting a pair of trousers/pants that are the perfect length straight from the pattern is rare. Thankfully, altering the length is relatively simple in most cases. This tutorial shows you how to lengthen a trousers/pants pattern, using our Bramber Trousers pattern as an example, and also covers cases where you have a turn-up hem.
Full Bust Adjustment Tutorial
A tutorial on how to do a Full Bust Adjustment, suitable for beginners and including a video tutorial. A full bust adjustment is a great way of getting a better fit if you have a full bust without having to size up and have the pattern not fit you properly elsewhere or leaving you with a gaping neckline. We take a look at how to do an FBA in the most common situation - a bodice with a bust dart.
How To Sew An In-Seam Pocket
Learn how to add in-seam pockets to the garment of your choice! With a free in-seam pocket pattern.
How To Lengthen A Skirt Pattern
In this post I’ll show you how to lengthen a skirt pattern, using the Boxgrove skirt as an example. The principal can be used on other skirts or even dresses.