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how to alter a sewing pattern to fit a high hip

How to Alter a Pattern to Fit a High Hip

No one is symmetrical but some of us are more asymmetrical which is fine except clothing doesn’t always fit comfortably or drapes correctly.  A high hip adjustment is an easy adjustment. It only requires a little extra length be added to the garment, but not at the hem as you may first think. To keep the […] Read more…

How To Easily Fix Baggy Pants

There is a fine line between stylishly baggy pants and sloppy, frumpy, baggy pants. And I think the line has a lot to do with, not the pattern, but your body. The younger and fitter someone is the more they can look cute, perhaps even fashionable, in loose fitting clothing. Well, I’m no longer young […] Read more…