I am asked all the time if a particular pattern will fit a certain doll. Once you know how to resize a pattern, you can make ANY pattern fit your doll! I have used this formula for resizing many patterns with...
So you wear a Size 12? You are comfortable buying a Size 12 anywhere and feel that it will fit. You purchase size 12 patterns at your local fabric store. Buying Vintage Sewing Patterns is a much different ball...
The most wonderful sewing projects can start with a vintage sewing pattern. You can follow the pattern exactly or get creative and interpret yesterday's styles so it coordinates with today's fashions. As an...
Folks, ever wondered what all those confusing 4/2, 6/2 , 8/2, 10/2 etc etc sizing numbers mean for cotton yarns? The numbering system used is not the same for all fibers the numbers used in relation to other...
MASCOT TUTTO MACHINE ON WHEELS INFORMATION AND SIZING Visit Alice in Stitches for our Mascot Tutto bag selection Please remember to vote on this guide at the bottom of this page - Thanks! The Mascot Tutto...
Fit and sizing in Victorian to early 1930's sewing patterns (If you are looking for information on later vintage patterns from the 1960's - 1970's, pins-n-needles has written an excellent guide.) If you are...
I love vintage sewing patterns. I know you do, too. People who work with old sewing patterns know that there have been several sizing chart changes, for misses sizes, throughout the years,… so choosing the...
It takes two people to size a cane. Put on your usual walking shoes. Stand naturally as upright as possible. Let the arms fall naturally down to the sides with a normal bend at the elbow. Do not force the arms...
The best way to size a wrist or ankle bracelet is very simple measure the area then add 1/2 of a inch. If it is a beaded bracelet and the beads are large you will need to add a total of 1 inch to allow for the...
