Paperback: 256 pages
Publisher: Taunton September 1, 2003
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1561586498
ISBN-13: 978-1561586493
Product Dimensions:
10.8 x 6.5 x 0.7 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds
Product Review
Store-bought patterns usually need a bit of finessing to take them from a general size to an individual's perfect fit. Sandra Betzina, the host of HGTV's Sew Perfect, knows exactly how to alter a pattern to compensate for just about every figure flaw or to accommodate any figure type. Fast Fit is packed with dozens of clear analyses of all the "problem areas"--from broad back to thin neck, sloping shoulders to large upper arms, big tummy to bowed legs--and step-by-step solutions to turn a standard pattern into something that corrects the fit in each area. The introductory section explains how to take proper measurements, choose the right size, and approach the pattern-alteration process. Illustrations of altered patterns show precisely how to cut apart and reposition the pattern pieces, although some details may need a bit of interpretation since the patterns are shown quite small. One other drawback is that, easy as these fixes may generally be, they're not necessarily fast from the start, since Betzina recommends that you first make a fitting shell to highlight problem areas. (But once you've figured these out you can then apply the information to many patterns.) All in all, this is a good reference, and unless you know how to draft your own patterns from scratch, you'll probably benefit from Betzina's help. --Amy Handy
--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Product Review
"Take the fear out of pattern adjustments and learn what makes things fit with the details for any body type from the wonderful information in this book."
