ReviewsNo matter your size or shape, Kenneth D. King's Smart Fitting Solutions will teach even the most novice needlecrafter how to make perfect-fitting garments every time. A comprehensive and thoroughly 'user friendly' instructional reference and resource. Certain to be an immediate and enduringly popular addition to community library needlecraft instructional collections.
Dewey Edition23
Dewey Decimal646.4
SynopsisNo matter your size or shape, renowned sewing expert Kenneth D. King is here to guide you in creating garments that fit flawlessly every time. In this comprehensive resource, he empowers home sewers with the knowledge and skills needed to understand their unique figures and fitting options. Transform your sewing projects and create garments that enhance your figure with Kenneth D. King's expert guidance. Smart Fitting Solutions is not just about fitting; it's about celebrating your unique shape and achieving the look you desire. Key Features: Understanding Fit: Kenneth breaks down the complexities of fitting by teaching you how to analyze your shape and identify fitting issues. Learn to read the wrinkles in your garments to diagnose bad fit and discover tailored solutions. Smart Fitting Methods: Delve into Kenneth's innovative Smart Fitting techniques. Each method is explained in detail, making fitting adjustments straightforward and achievable for all skill levels. Practical Techniques: This guide is filled with practical tips and foolproof techniques that demystify the fitting process. Kenneth's approachable style ensures that even beginners will gain confidence in their sewing abilities. Comprehensive Resource: With clear instructions and insightful illustrations, Smart Fitting Solutions serves as your go-to reference for fitting garments accurately and effectively. It's perfect for anyone looking to enhance their sewing skills, from casual hobbyists to dedicated fashion enthusiasts., No matter your size or shape, Kenneth D. King will teach you how to make perfect-fitting garments every time. In this comprehensive resource, Kenneth shows the home sewer how to understand her shape and fitting options, as well as how to identify bad fit by reading the wrinkles in the garment. From there, he explains his Smart Fitting methods--net gain (add fabric), net loss (remove fabric), or no net gain or loss (move fabric around)--to make the necessary corrections to the pattern. Along the way, Kenneth draws on his 30+ years of patternmaking and couturier experience to: help the sewer understand proportion, wearing ease, and design ease learn how to measure correctly learn about fitting and alteration methods learn how to make a muslin--the gold standard of test garments; and learn how to alter patterns for 35 upper body part issues the home sewer will also be privy to garment construction tips picked up during Kenneth's years of couture sewing--things that make complex details a breeze In Kenneth D. King's Fitting Essentials , Kenneth takes an otherwise confusing process and makes it logical and straightforward.