Solving the Pattern Fitting Puzzle Part Two on The Best of Sewing With Nancy

Solving the Pattern Fitting Puzzle TV Show by Nancy Zieman

Solving the Pattern Fitting Puzzle Part Two on The Best of Sewing With Nancy

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Solving the Pattern Fitting Puzzle TV Show by Nancy ZiemanHave you purchased or sewn a garment that doesn’t fit? Likely the answer is yes. Well, we can’t have that happen! So, in this featured Sewing With Nancy episode, Solving the Pattern Fitting Puzzle, Part Two, Nancy shares that fitting patterns doesn’t need to be puzzling. Learning to fit sewing patterns is definitely a sewing necessity, but it doesn’t need to be complicated.

Solving the Pattern Fitting Puzzle Part Two as seen on the Sewing With Nancy Television Show.

The common sense approach that takes the mystery out of the pattern-fitting puzzle. In Solving the Pattern Fitting Puzzle, Part Two, we’ll continue where we left off after part one, and show you additional fitting tips. By the end of this program, you’ll have the confidence you need to fit and then sew patterns with ease.

Nancy shares her Sleeve Fitting Changes, including measuring and altering sleeve width and length.

Nancy Zieman shows how to fit a sewing pattern in Solving the Pattern Fitting Puzzle, as seen on the Sewing With Nancy TV Show on PBS.

Nancy Zieman shows how to fit a sewing pattern in Solving the Pattern Fitting Puzzle, as seen on the Sewing With Nancy TV Show on PBS.

Nancy Zieman shows how to fit a sewing pattern in Solving the Pattern Fitting Puzzle, as seen on the Sewing With Nancy TV Show on PBS.

Nancy Zieman shows how to fit a sewing pattern in Solving the Pattern Fitting Puzzle, as seen on the Sewing With Nancy TV Show on PBS.Then, she covers Shoulder Fitting Changes, including narrow shoulders, sloping shoulders, and square shoulders.

Nancy Zieman shows how to fit a sewing pattern in Solving the Pattern Fitting Puzzle, as seen on the Sewing With Nancy TV Show on PBS.

Nancy Zieman shows how to fit a sewing pattern in Solving the Pattern Fitting Puzzle, as seen on the Sewing With Nancy TV Show on PBS.

Nancy Zieman shows how to fit a sewing pattern in Solving the Pattern Fitting Puzzle, as seen on the Sewing With Nancy TV Show on PBS.

Nancy Zieman shows how to fit a sewing pattern in Solving the Pattern Fitting Puzzle, as seen on the Sewing With Nancy TV Show on PBS.

Nancy Zieman shows how to fit a sewing pattern in Solving the Pattern Fitting Puzzle, as seen on the Sewing With Nancy TV Show on PBS.

Nancy Zieman shows how to fit a sewing pattern in Solving the Pattern Fitting Puzzle, as seen on the Sewing With Nancy TV Show on PBS.

Next, move on to Back Fitting Changes—including swayback and rounded back.

Nancy Zieman shows how to fit a sewing pattern in Solving the Pattern Fitting Puzzle, as seen on the Sewing With Nancy TV Show on PBS.

Nancy Zieman shows how to fit a sewing pattern in Solving the Pattern Fitting Puzzle, as seen on the Sewing With Nancy TV Show on PBS.Finally, finish up Solving the Pattern Fitting Puzzle, Part Two, with Skirt Fitting Changes including waistline and hipline.

Nancy Zieman shows how to fit a sewing pattern in Solving the Pattern Fitting Puzzle, as seen on the Sewing With Nancy TV Show on PBS.

Check out last week’s post on Patten Fitting 101, Part One, where Nancy covered the pattern fitting basics; bust, waist, and hip adjustments, along with the Right Size Measurement Fitting Chart (below).Nancy Zieman's Right Size Measurement Pattern Fitting Chart

Nancy Zieman's Right Size Measurement Pattern Fitting Chart

You’ll find all of Nancy’s pattern fitting techniques in her book, Nancy Zieman’s Confident Sewing Collection.

Confident Sewing Collection by Sewing With Nancy Zieman

Bonus: You can practice these skills using mini-pattern pieces, which you can download for free.

Princess Seams Mini Pattern Pieces by Nancy Zieman

Watch Solving the Pattern Fitting Puzzle, Part One and Part Two, on Sewing With Nancy online.

The Best of Sewing With Nancy TV Show hosted by Nancy ZiemanEnchanted Makeovers founder Terry Grahl on Sewing With Nancy with host Nancy Zieman

Sew to Give Spotlight! Watch Nancy Zieman’s 5-minute Nancy’s Corner Interview on Sewing With Nancy with with guest Terry Grahl founder of Enchanted Makeovers  – a volunteer non-profit organization group that renovates shelters, for women and children, into places that inspire behavioral and psychological change. Volunteers have renovated hundreds of bedrooms plus sewing rooms that are set up to teach women how to sew. UPDATE: This month Enchanted Makeovers is celebrating 13 amazing years with an impact on over 60, 000 people locally and nationally! CONGRATULATIONS to the Enchanted Makeovers Volunteers!

To learn more, visit the Enchanted Makeovers & Capes for Kids website.

 

Happy Fitting!

Team Nancy Zieman

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9 Comments

  • DebbieW
    December 26, 2019

    I loved watching this series w// Nancy.

  • DebbieW
    December 26, 2019

    I loved watching this series w/ Nancy.

  • Clovis
    December 26, 2019

    Thanks. Getting the fit right takes time.

  • Lorraine Alves
    December 26, 2019

    Nancy was able to help the home sewer solve all sorts of problems with their sewing. She and her team helped us truly enjoy the process and the end result.

  • Janet
    December 26, 2019

    Perfect. Wonderful information. I have learned so much.
    Thanks.

  • Marilyn Dunstan
    December 26, 2019

    I can understand how this will work and I will give it a try on my next pattern fitting.

  • Dixie
    December 27, 2019

    Good information as I learned so much. I love watching this series.

  • Carolyn T
    December 29, 2019

    Garment sewing is my favorite type. Using Nancy’s pattern fitting methods will improve my finished products and help me alter my ready-mades! Thanks.

  • Kathy
    January 17, 2021

    I used to watch Nancy many years ago and then stopped sewing for quite a while. I’m back now and I’m so thankful these programs at still available as I need lots of help! She will be missed, but I’m glad her legacy lives on.

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