Jan 27, 2022

Drawing Common Hip Shapes Part 5: the Addendum by Sure-Fit Designs™

The comparison and conclusion - all 3 hip shapes are laid one on top of the other so that you can really see the different outcomes side-by-side.  Sure-Fit Designs comes to the rescue no matter your shape and dimensions.  The resulting pants pattern reflects your unique measurements.  You'll appreciate the results.


 

Kindly,

Glenda the Good Stitch!



Jan 24, 2022

Straight Shape Hips Pants Pattern Drawing – Part 4 by Sure-Fit Designs™

We've covered the straight-shaped hip figure in this particular video.  If you're straight up and down, this information will be helpful for you in drawing your pants pattern.

Happy Fitting,

Glenda the Good Stitch



Jan 13, 2022

Heart Shape Hips Pants Pattern Drawing - Part 2 by Sure-Fit Designs

Do you have heart shaped hips?  Do you struggle to get your pants to fit properly?  Follow Glenda the Good Stitch as she takes you through heart-shape hip identification, and shows you the special feature that should be added to your pants pattern to give you great fit.

This video below reveals all!


Happy Fitting and Sewing!

Glenda the Good Stitch - Sure-Fit Designs



Jan 10, 2022

Drawing Common Hip Shapes – an Introduction by Sure-Fit Designs™

Know your hip shape.  Do you have a heart, diamond or straight shaped hip figure?  We are offering you a new 5-part video series on drawing the Sure-Fit Designs Pants pattern and how it changes shape to match your shape.  You'll want to stay tuned as we publish the series this month


Happy Fitting & Sewing!

Glenda the Good Stitch



Jan 3, 2022

Identifying & Fixing the Crotch Curve Blip by Sure-Fit Designs

Crotch curve blip or peak? Here's why and how to deal with it.

Happy Fitting!

Glenda the Good Stitch

Dec 27, 2021

Help! My Pattern Doesn't Fit - 6 Steps to assure pattern accuracy - Sure...

If your finished garment doesn't fit you as well as you want it to or as well as expected, follow these 6 steps to ensure your pattern accuracy.  You may have missed an important detail.  Attention to these details can make the difference between an excellent outcome and one not-so-perfect.


 

Happy Fitting,

Glenda the Good Stitch!



Dec 20, 2021

Reading the wrinkles - do you need a bigger bust dart? By Sure-Fit Designs™

There are times when you'll need a bigger bust dart - the folds at the side seam will indicate when this might be your fitting solution.  Make sure to watch this short video on what to look for and how widening the dart makes the world of difference in the fit of your bodice.

Happy Fitting!

Glenda the Good Stitch



Dec 18, 2021

Matching Notches! What are they for? How are they made? By Sure-Fit Desi...


What are sewing notches used for?  Why are they necessary?  Where do you locate them? How are they made?  Hear these questions answered in this short video on Matching Notches by Glenda the Good Stitch.

Happy Sewing!



Dec 13, 2021

Where's My Waist? with Glenda the Good Stitch & Sure-Fit Designs™

Do you need a visual guide to find your waist?  Glenda the Good Stitch takes you on a visual tour of your waist area and what to look for.

Happy Fitting

Glenda the Good Stitch



Dec 6, 2021

My Worst Sewing Nightmare – Glenda the Good (Bad) Stitch from Sure-Fit D...

I was in total shock and horrified that I had let this mistake happen!  My serger ate the fabric and gouged a large 'V'-shaped hole in the body of the garment!  What to do to fix it?  After I took many deep breaths, calmed down and analyzed the disaster, I came up with a viable solution.  Make sure to watch this video...this might have happened to you.

Glenda the Good (Bad) Stitch

Sure-Fit Designs