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garment fitting

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  • Crochet & Knitting

Why Ribbing Pulls In and How to Use That to Your Advantage

ribbing contracts and shapes
How ribbing pulls in due to its stretchy design can be a game-changer for fitting and shaping your garments, and here’s how to leverage it.
  • Own Crafting Team
  • August 18, 2026
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  • Crochet & Knitting

Why Swatching Matters More in Garments Than in Blankets

color matching in clothing
The importance of swatching in garments is crucial for maintaining fit and color consistency, especially since small flaws become more noticeable when worn close to the skin.
  • Own Crafting Team
  • August 6, 2026
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  • Tailoring & Alterations

How to Let Out a Side Seam When There Is Almost No Seam Allowance

adjusting minimal seam allowance
Be prepared to carefully open and assess your side seam; discovering the best way to add extra room can make all the difference in your sewing project.
  • Own Crafting Team
  • July 5, 2026
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  • Tailoring & Alterations

Fixing Armhole Gaping Without Redrafting the Entire Bodice

adjusting armhole gape easily
Providing simple techniques to fix armhole gaping without redrafting, this guide reveals essential tips that can transform your sewing skills—keep reading to learn more.
  • Own Crafting Team
  • July 4, 2026
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Tiny Fit Checks to Do Before You Finish Any Garment

final garment fit checks
The tiny fit checks to do before finishing your garment can dramatically improve its look and fit—discover the essential steps you might be missing.
  • Own Crafting Team
  • June 16, 2026
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  • Tailoring & Alterations

Adjustable Dress Forms: Where They Help and Where They Compromise Fit

versatile fitting tool choices
Adjustable dress forms are great for quickly fitting basic styles or muslins,…
  • Own Crafting Team
  • June 15, 2026
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  • Tailoring & Alterations

What Happens When You Ignore Finished Garment Measurements

ignoring garment measurements risks poor fit
Better garment fit and quality depend on accurate measurements, but ignoring finished measurements can lead to unexpected issues—discover what happens next.
  • Own Crafting Team
  • May 3, 2026
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  • Tailoring & Alterations

What a Toile Can Tell You That a Flat Pattern Never Will

toile reveals fabric details
But a toile reveals how your garment truly fits, moves, and feels—details flat patterns can never fully show, so keep reading to learn more.
  • Own Crafting Team
  • April 27, 2026
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  • Sewing Techniques & Tutorials

Bias-Cut Garments Explained Without the Confusion

understanding bias cut clothing
Bias-cut garments offer a sleek, body-hugging fit that enhances your natural curves—discover how this timeless technique can elevate your style.
  • Own Crafting Team
  • April 26, 2026
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Understanding Design Ease vs Wearing Ease in Garment Patterns

fit comfort pattern ease
Great understanding of design ease versus wearing ease is essential for perfect fit and style—continue reading to master this key sewing skill.
  • Own Crafting Team
  • April 22, 2026
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Is the Milwaukee M18 FUEL Worth It? Honest Review
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Is the Milwaukee M18 FUEL Worth It? Honest Review

Discover if the Milwaukee M18 FUEL drill lives up to the hype. Our honest review covers…
  • Own Crafting Team
  • September 10, 2026
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‘This Is Not Sustainable’: London’s Gate Theatre To Close After Nearly 50 Years – The Guardian

London’s Gate Theatre, a cultural landmark for nearly five decades, will close due to…
  • Own Crafting Team
  • September 10, 2026
15 Best Battery Powered Leaf Blowers for 2026
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15 Best Battery Powered Leaf Blowers for 2026

I compared 15 battery powered leaf blowers on power, runtime, weight, and value. See…
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  • September 10, 2026
Striking Workers Shutter Three V&A London Locations
  • Design & Textile Arts

Striking Workers Shutter Three V&A London Locations

Workers on strike have shut down three V&A London sites, disrupting operations amid…
  • Own Crafting Team
  • September 10, 2026
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