Fit for Real People — Sew Great Clothes Using Any Pattern

Sew Great Clothes Using Any Pattern Marta [Alto] and I have been through it all. We've been involved with computer patterns, the "never-have-to-buy-another-pattern" basic pattern designing kits, drafting , draping, measuring, sewing muslins-you name it. After 25 years of hands-on teaching and fitting thousands of different bodies, we've found a way to teach pattern fitting that really works.

I have been designing for American pattern companies since 1975. I am truly a believer that pattern companies do an amazing job in providing good designs, sewing instructions, and standardization. I've learned why they do things and how they constantly improve their products.

For example, someone criticized one of my McCall's patterns for having an "unnecessary" seam. Well, the reason for that seam was that the style couldn't be efficiently cut out in a size 22 without it. That doesn't mean WE can't eliminate the seam if we want to. Always remember that the pattern is the manuscript; YOU are the editor!

Another favorite statement is that one pattern company fits better than the other or that they are all so different in their fit. In this book we will attempt to show you that there is no need for those fears. You can sew successfully with patterns form ALL pattern companies.

Fit for Real People —
Sew Great Clothes Using Any Pattern!
By Pati Palmer & Marta Alto