tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23470966678818972832024-03-12T21:37:26.601-05:00Sew-To-Fit by A.D. LynnSewing and fitting my own clothes, while informing you how to do the same, and Designing my wardrobe one pattern at a time.Sew-To-Fit by AD Lynnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04545682818686691421noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2347096667881897283.post-81457923813225861772022-12-06T09:55:00.001-06:002022-12-06T09:59:20.919-06:00Analyzing Muslins: Fit Friday Live- 12/9/2022 Let's go live!...Friday at 1pm CST. https://youtu.be/yjE9niLsSLoSet your reminder.Sew-To-Fit by A.D.Lynnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01234608881815116864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2347096667881897283.post-34321997702706482342022-10-25T06:00:00.005-05:002022-10-25T06:00:00.148-05:0077- NuBra Review: Perfect backless dressing for low cut & strapless77- NuBra Review: Perfect backless dressing for low-cut & straplessNEW VIDEO Alert: Here's a great review of how I use the best NO BRA-Bra. Made for wearing backless, strapless, halter or low-back tops. https://youtu.be/dif6E2JqL9YNuBra Review: I got this one off amazon, but first found it at Dillard years ago.Don't worry, I'm not showing too much "cl88vage" in this one... I'll let the Sew-To-Fit by A.D.Lynnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01234608881815116864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2347096667881897283.post-78167881479868690022022-08-25T00:00:00.006-05:002022-08-25T00:00:00.140-05:00(71) Sewing Pedal to the Metal-Project Finale' for The last Wardrobe SeriesProud is my feeling about what I accomplished during this last 3 months. My way of dealing with stress and avoiding depression, is to sew. I did an inventory of all the items sewn and videos completed during this healing stage of the process, with a metal plate in my shoulder, from my bicycle accident in March until now.It's also odd: The very 1st pair of bike shorts I haveSew-To-Fit by A.D.Lynnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01234608881815116864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2347096667881897283.post-1712720870257919902022-08-09T15:14:00.001-05:002022-08-09T18:35:09.895-05:00(69) Pattern Review of Vogue 1224Today's pattern review is for V1224, "how to make the pattern adjustments, then "how to use the drawstring puller" for elastic casings.Here is a quick review of Vogue 1224, a knit dress by Tracy Reese for Vogue.The dress can be worn off the shoulder, strapless, or regular as on the pattern envelope. Additionally, you can also cut the dress to floor length and have a gorgeous dress for special Sew-To-Fit by A.D.Lynnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01234608881815116864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2347096667881897283.post-59462123380695437172022-08-03T14:27:00.001-05:002022-08-03T14:27:50.835-05:00(68) Project Chonicles: Last week's completed sewing projects. Is there a chance we can try to sew too many projects simultaneously? It may seem to be the case for me. Am I trying to get too much completed in a short period? Let's review, shall we? This is last week's list of items completed:The Sanoma, red shirt dress. Two McCall's 7362 Coverups with shorts. Two Vogue 1333 Tops, one in silk georgette and one in aSew-To-Fit by A.D.Lynnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01234608881815116864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2347096667881897283.post-50752227566235693862022-07-28T17:03:00.001-05:002022-07-28T17:28:42.230-05:00(67) Vogue V1333 Pattern Revew and how to adjustment the bust and sidesGood Morning all,Did you know that adjusting patterns could be as easy as knowing a few simple measurements for the bust, waist, and front length? Many times we underestimate the simplicity of adjustments. It really isn't very difficult.Because of this one fact, I had to make major adjustments to Vogue 1333, a blouse pattern, in order to compensate for this anomaly. The thoroughSew-To-Fit by AD Lynnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04545682818686691421noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2347096667881897283.post-38935511504550880252022-07-18T22:55:00.002-05:002022-07-18T22:55:37.569-05:00(66) Sew Many things. The clock is ticking to my next break.Welcome back to the blog. Let's get straight to the point, shall we? Since my last post update, I've changed a few items on the cutting table. Some patterns got the boot and some moved to the forefront for a great roundup of projects that will keep me busy for the next four weeks.Watch Now on YouTube.Most of the patterns are from ones I have already done reviews before.&Sew-To-Fit by A.D.Lynnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01234608881815116864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2347096667881897283.post-85254936466830334502022-07-12T16:27:00.000-05:002022-07-12T16:27:37.759-05:0065- Project Chronicles: Pattern Reviews and a Montage of completed garmentsWelcome: In my Project Chronicles videos, I discuss completed garments, works in progress (WIP), and pattern reviews. This video has several patterns on the table and several completed garments. Welcome to my inner child. Owls all over this wearable muslin. Shucks, nope, not a muslin. It's the cutest top, to which I gave zero credit when I first bought the pattern (m7362)Sew-To-Fit by A.D.Lynnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01234608881815116864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2347096667881897283.post-52527505813394532282022-07-07T00:00:00.001-05:002022-07-12T01:20:12.384-05:0064- Grey hair, wigs, Bed Jacket pattern, Wrap Dresses, more wardrobe plansI started initially giving my thoughts on upcoming projects as I rushed to prepare for my subsequent shoulder surgery. But, low and behold, I could not avoid looking at the wave of grey hair overcoming my image. Which is more noticeable, my face or the grey? I sometimes wonder if I just am not getting the appeal. The topics in my current video update are all about my Sew-To-Fit by A.D.Lynnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01234608881815116864noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2347096667881897283.post-20907097259984113632022-07-06T15:00:00.011-05:002022-07-06T15:09:38.859-05:0063- Sewing my Rainbow Tiered Skirt Tips for sewing GathersStories start way before you see the final outcome. This project started a year ago. I thought it would be better to help make it easy for you, by giving the patterning details first, after which I would share my completed project. That didn't happen. So finally, here you are, the Rainbow skirt inspired by a Zimmermann design I found on Far-fetch last year (2021). Sew-To-Fit by A.D.Lynnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01234608881815116864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2347096667881897283.post-77666580182580732992022-06-27T00:00:00.019-05:002022-06-27T00:00:00.152-05:00Understanding pattern drafting details, Why evaluate a sewing pattern - V1645Let's talk details. Why would you spend time testing the drape of a pattern before cutting? I'm discussing the particulars of Vogue 1645 in this video. (62) Understanding pattern drafting details, Why evaluate a sewing pattern - V1645Vogue 1645 is a fun pattern. I've seen many folks sew this one. I'm reviewing the makeup of the actual design details before Sew-To-Fit by A.D.Lynnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01234608881815116864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2347096667881897283.post-1639350674534915892022-06-17T00:00:00.007-05:002022-06-17T00:00:00.140-05:0059- I’m still a Bernina ambassador, pattern haul, sewing machinesWelcome everyone,Here's a vlogging video ramble. I've gotten a little haul of patterns and a chat about my sewing machines, which are literally falling apart.On this channel, we sew, design, and customize pattern fitting, I share tips, tools, pattern fitting demos, and sew my projects. I share with you the things I find helpful as I work through sewing, fitting, and my Sew-To-Fit by A.D.Lynnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01234608881815116864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2347096667881897283.post-72621348317059384742022-05-26T01:00:00.004-05:002022-05-27T00:20:17.612-05:00Making of the Dance DressWelcome everyone,Let’s talk about the Making of the “Dance Dress”. The gown was a requested design for a Junior High dance. This special dress with a princess seamed bodice, has 3/4” straps, that helped to cover the underpinnings. The skirt is 7 gores, not your normal 6 gores, because we needed to add the front split. I wanted the drape and weight of this Sew-To-Fit by A.D.Lynnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01234608881815116864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2347096667881897283.post-56156962748248827812018-12-06T05:00:00.000-06:002018-12-06T05:00:07.984-06:00Sew-To-Fit Misty Top for The Pattern Hack
This is an awesome pattern, if I might say so myself, since it is my own design. Plus, I am still totally in love with the neckline!!! I cant believe it has been over 18 months since I rolled out the Misty Knit Top pattern. You all have been wonderful and very supportive of my efforts in providing sewing patterns to the community. For that, I thank you!. Let's get Sew-To-Fit by A.D.Lynnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01234608881815116864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2347096667881897283.post-51951288854252206722017-07-22T22:22:00.002-05:002017-07-22T22:22:46.004-05:00The Misty Split Sleeve Top Turned Dress by Sew-To-Fit AD Lynn
Meet the Misty Top by Sew-To-Fit by AD Lynn patterns. This is one of my first, aside from the Fitting and Designing Block I created to use in my classes. I am stoked at the reception she has gotten since I rolled her out in April. Now I am happy to present her to you all here on the blog.
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Misty is perfect for making several fun Sew-To-Fit by AD Lynnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04545682818686691421noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2347096667881897283.post-35072773565560903602015-10-03T11:27:00.001-05:002022-05-13T21:04:57.384-05:00How To Trace Commercial Sewing Patterns
Happy Saturday!! I thought about you all when I had to copy a pattern that is out of print. I didn't want to use up the pattern, so I traced it onto Swedish tracing paper in order to save the original for later use. Here is a quick tutorial on tracing patterns. Hope it's useful.
Commercial "tissue paper" patterns are great to have when it comes to tracing off your size from Sew-To-Fit by AD Lynnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04545682818686691421noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2347096667881897283.post-60717658981303644652011-07-09T21:58:00.000-05:002022-05-13T21:05:00.475-05:00Making the "GRADE" a matter of size.Fitting issues plague everybody. But those of us that sew for ourselves seem to be on a quest for the perfect fit. Thus, we sew through pattern after pattern in hopes to find the perfect fit, or make the pattern fit. Others of us, buy our clothes from mainstream producers of the garment industry and come to those of use who sew, to make that special garment fit using a multitudeSew-To-Fit by AD Lynnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04545682818686691421noreply@blogger.com6