How To Adjust A Sewing Pattern For A Different Height
If you're someone who struggles with finding clothes that fit properly due to a full bust, then you're in luck because we have a solution for you! With the help of princess seams, you can easily make a full bust adjustment to your clothes and save yourself from the hassle of ill-fitting garments. Let's get started!
How to Make a Full Bust Adjustment with Princess Seams
Before we dive into the process of making a full bust adjustment, it's important to understand what princess seams are. Princess seams are vertical seams that run along the bust from the armscye (where the sleeve and bodice meet) to the waist or hips. These seams are a design element that help create a more fitted and flattering silhouette, but they also provide an opportunity to make adjustments.
Now, let's talk about how to make a full bust adjustment with princess seams. The first step is to measure your high bust and full bust. Your high bust measurement is the circumference of your chest right under your armpits, while your full bust measurement is the circumference at the fullest part of your bust. The difference between these two measurements will determine how much adjustment you need to make.
Once you have your measurements, you'll need to do some math to calculate how much to adjust each pattern piece. To do this, subtract your high bust measurement from your full bust measurement. This will give you the amount you need to adjust for.
Next, you'll need to divide that number in half since you'll be adjusting both the front and back pattern pieces. Take that number and divide it by two again since princess seams are usually split into two sections. This will give you the amount you need to add to each section.
Now that you have your adjustment amount, you'll need to make some changes to the pattern pieces. For the front pattern piece, you'll want to mark a point on the center of the princess seam where it meets the armscye. From there, draw a line that extends to the full bust point and then out to the side seam. Cut along that line, being careful not to cut through the entire piece. Then, spread the divided sections apart by the amount you calculated and place some pattern paper behind the piece to fill in the gaps. Tape everything in place and redraw the princess seam along the new edges. Repeat this process for the back pattern piece.
Once you've made those adjustments, you can continue sewing your garment as usual. With the addition of the princess seams, you'll end up with a more fitted and flattering garment that will accommodate your full bust comfortably.
Tips & Tricks
- Always make a muslin or test garment first to ensure the fit is correct before cutting into your final fabric
- When adjusting the pattern, take into account the type of fabric you'll be using. Different fabrics can affect the fit of the garment
- If you're unsure about how much adjustment you need, start small and make adjustments as needed. It's easier to add more than to take away
- Consider using a stretch fabric or adding a dart or gathering at the bust instead of making adjustments to the princess seams
There you have it! With the help of princess seams, you can easily make a full bust adjustment to your clothes and never have to deal with the frustration of ill-fitting garments again.
Remember, practice makes perfect so don't get discouraged if your first attempt doesn't turn out exactly how you envisioned. Keep trying and soon enough, you'll be an expert at making full bust adjustments!
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