4.45/5
Author: Pati Palmer, Marta Alto
Publication Date: Sep 1, 2002
Formats: PDF,Paperback,Hardcover,Spiral-bound
Rating: 4.45/5 out of 356
Publisher: Palmer/Pletsch Publishing
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Dec 02, 2015
4.5 5 stars (read further for an explanation)Oct 09, 2019
For a certain crowd, this is an excellent book about fit. While I probably won't partner up and use their technique, I still learned about my personal fit issues in clear language. Also I totally know how to size a bra now. I will buy this book after I return it to the library.Sep 06, 2018
A very useful resource. My copy was published in 1998, and while dated in a few parts, the majority of content is just as relevant today. I have only recently become interested in sewing, but I wish I had read this book a long time ago as it is useful for any woman who wears clothes, whether they sew or not. [It does not cover traditionally 'male' styles.] For instance: if you shop second hand and enjoy vintage/couture pieces and you wonder why you can't fit in your typical sizes in those items; A very useful resource. My copy was published in 1998, and while dated in a few parts, the majority of content is just as relevant today. I have only recently become interested in sewing, but I wish I had read this book a long time ago as it is useful for any woman who wears clothes, whether they sew or not. [It does not cover traditionally 'male' styles.] For instance: if you shop second hand and enjoy vintage/couture pieces and you wonder why you can't fit in your typical sizes in those items; if you wonder why there is a difference between pattern sizes and ready-to-wear; if you travel and are curious about why European sizing is different from US sizes; if you wonder why your same size doesn't fit the same way as you age even though you are the same weight you were 10 years ago; if you wonder why you and your friend of the same height and weight can't fit into the same clothes; or if you just have always wondered where those number have come from and what standard sizing is based on.... read on and all will be revealed.Nov 02, 2016
I have relied heavily on this book along with three others as I put together the clothing for a Renaissance wedding party of 14 people, including a bride with significant scoliosis fitting issues. I didn't use the pattern-pinning method, but definitely found this brilliantly helpful in chasing down problems on the fitting muslins and making the necessary changes. While I still WISH FERVENTLY that somebody would put together a great book that delves comprehensively into fitting specifically for I have relied heavily on this book along with three others as I put together the clothing for a Renaissance wedding party of 14 people, including a bride with significant scoliosis fitting issues. I didn't use the pattern-pinning method, but definitely found this brilliantly helpful in chasing down problems on the fitting muslins and making the necessary changes. While I still WISH FERVENTLY that somebody would put together a great book that delves comprehensively into fitting specifically for scoliosis and finding that evasive line between perfect fit and aesthetic camoflage for the assymetry, this book had more tidbits here and there for that need than the others I've seen. ...moreNov 20, 2014
Hilariously bad.Dec 01, 2012
Love this not making a SLOPER pattern first out of muslin. Really glad that she goes right to Tirrue pattern fitting.Oct 08, 2015
I didn't necessarily try any of the techniques in this book but I read it cover to cover. I think I will be purchasing this in the near future.Feb 12, 2012
I have learned so much from this book! Very, very helpful advise about how to use paper patterns.Oct 19, 2010
Excellent guide. Hope to purchase it... once I have time to sew again!Aug 24, 2011
Absolutely my favorite fit book. Unless you fit perfectly into every pattern you've sewn, you need this book. The styles are extremely dated, but the information in timeless and priceless.May 25, 2014
This is my "go to" reference for fitting. I highly recommend it.May 11, 2012
I might be biased (ha... A non intentional sewing term), or totally naive, but I have decided I am a sloper gal. With that said, this book is great to really dissect making the tissue patterns work for your body type.Dec 30, 2016
Really good detailed pattern alterations. Shame about the 90s fashion on the real life examples, the clothes look baggy. Not much good for fitting patterns for yourself but if you want to fit patterns on others it's essential reading. Also found the history of pattern making very interestingJun 22, 2014
This is a great fitting book which uses real life people to adjust patterns. The authors use their tissue fitting method of fitting the pattern before cutting out fabric. Personally this method doesn't work for me since I don't have a fitting helper, but the reasoning behind the method is sound.Sep 14, 2010
This is a wonderful resource for the home garment sewer - I use techniques from this book every time I sew. Highly recommended.Feb 17, 2014
I learned a lot about fitting clothes. This book focused mostly on blouses, dresses, and skirts (did not discuss pants). They use a tissue-fitting method, not a muslin method. They could have spent a little more time on a few of the fitting adjustments. The styles in the book are pretty out of date, too.Apr 16, 2014
This is one of the best sewing books I've read about technique and modification to patterns. It has very easy to understand images. The pages are broken down by adjustment body parts. The whole book gives you the feeling that you can adjust a pattern to the unique characteristics of your shape, whether it be sloping shoulders, sway back, uneven hips, etc. I will be sad to return this to the library and will be scouring used bookstores for my own personal copy.Nov 01, 2012
Essential for the amateur home seamstress. This book discusses the technique of "tissue-fitting", to see if a pattern will fit before you even cut your fabric. What an innovative and logical technique! Patterns are made for one figure, and then scaled up and down depending on those specific measurements. WOMEN however, are made in many many different shapes and sizes, so virtually no pattern is ever going to fit perfectly.Feb 08, 2012
If you are returning to sewing after a long hiatus and you think “sloper†is a skiing term or you are ready to upgrade your skills from a beginning sewing class or a long-ago home economics course, Palmer/Pletsch has books and DVDs that are just the ticket. This reviewer has all but worn out her copy of the book Pants for Real People, which gives clearly-illustrated, detailed instructions on every aspect of constructing and fitting all types of pants. Many of the topics covered here, such as the If you are returning to sewing after a long hiatus and you think “sloper†is a skiing term or you are ready to upgrade your skills from a beginning sewing class or a long-ago home economics course, Palmer/Pletsch has books and DVDs that are just the ticket. This reviewer has all but worn out her copy of the book Pants for Real People, which gives clearly-illustrated, detailed instructions on every aspect of constructing and fitting all types of pants. Many of the topics covered here, such as the various methods of zipper insertion and making different types of pockets, are applicable to other garments as well. If a jacket is on your list of new frontiers to conquer, the book and companion DVD Jackets for Real People are indispensable. Watching this DVD is like having sewing teacher Marta Alto take you by the hand and lead you through the entire process of making a jacket. Follow along and you will end up with something you can be proud of. ...moreFeb 12, 2009
This book is a wonderful resource for any seamstress who sews clothes. Well-fit garments are the perfect addition to every wardrobe, and this book gives the seamstress just that opportunity. I used to wonder why I could choose a pattern size that seemed just right and still end up with a poorly-fitted finished product. Fit for Real People will take you through practical steps that aren't as terribly time-consuming as making mock-ups and muslins and give you something that fits well in the end. This book is a wonderful resource for any seamstress who sews clothes. Well-fit garments are the perfect addition to every wardrobe, and this book gives the seamstress just that opportunity. I used to wonder why I could choose a pattern size that seemed just right and still end up with a poorly-fitted finished product. Fit for Real People will take you through practical steps that aren't as terribly time-consuming as making mock-ups and muslins and give you something that fits well in the end. All of the common troublesome alterations are addressed as well as some rarer ones. Simple drawings and pictures of real people and their sewing dilemmas provide plenty of help for you to do it yourself. The instructions are easy to follow. I've used what I learned from this book to fit everything from twill skirts to bridesmaid and wedding dresses, and understanding fit has also helped with altering ready-made clothes. ...moreSep 13, 2013
This book is extremely useful for getting a good fit with pattern pieces. I especially love it because it shows you what the problem looks like and then explains how to fix it, so you can pinpoint what exactly is going wrong with the fit. So even though you have puckering around your chest area, you might just need to move the apex of the dart, instead of increasing the bust size of the pattern. It is very helpful!Apr 19, 2016
I ordered this as a used book from Amazon, not knowing if it would be a 'keeper'. I received what appears to be a brand spanking new book from Palmer/Pletsch. I have never taking any formal classes in pattern fitting and I want to learn more- despite living in a place where no such classes would be available.Take your time and choose the perfect book.
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