Fabulous Fit

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Summary: An average book
Review: At last! Something that makes sense over the different body shapes! And to think of showing you what to wear in order to emphasize/de-emphasize certain areas.

Well written, thought out, etc. Even down to how different RTW (ready to wear) sizes are from regular patterns.

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Summary: Nice book
Review: At last! Something that makes sense over the different body shapes! And to think of showing you what to wear in order to emphasize/de-emphasize certain areas.

Well written, thought out, etc. Even down to how different RTW (ready to wear) sizes are from regular patterns.

Rating:
Summary: An average book
Review: I bought this book for my sewing class; however, I don't like it because it doesn't have as much substance as the "Fitting & Pattern Alterations" book. In addition, it is over-priced. I like chapters 2 and 3 best out of the whole book. There is a typo on page 3, bullet #4. Most of the clothing sketches are dated; I've hardly seen anyone who dresses in those styles that were illustrated in the book. I personally don't believe that anyone can wear any style because each person has a different figure shape, height and weight. As for the style tip, I'd rather pick up a good how to dress fashion book.

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Summary: No More Sewing Clothes That Don't Fit!
Review: I want you to love and wear what you sew. Sewers and teachers alike agree that fitting and alteration are the most frustrating problems a sewer encounters. People quit sewing because the clothes don't fit! We don't need that! And no one needs another "wardrobe orphan" to hang in the closet unloved and unworn. I want your every sewing project to be successful and fulfilling. Learn how to: -- Define and recognize 8 basic body types (typical figure types). -- Zero in on fashion styles you can expect to fit and flatter your basic body type. -- Recognize the figure variation beneath any fitting problem. -- Pick out patterns that accomodate your figure variation without alteration! -- Turn specific fitting problems into fashion assets. -- Create beautiful illusions about your figure. -- Alter patterns using the innovative, easy, accurate, and effective, "seam Method". -- Alter for 50 common figure vaiations and achieve a fabulous fit. -- Alter for any single and multiple figure variation you will ever encounter. -- Get a Fabulous Fit every time you sew!

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Summary: This is a great book covering the seam method.
Review: I would highly recommend this book to anyone seeking better fit in dressmaking. The seam method of pattern alteration is pretty easy and straightforward. Judith presents alterations for the bodice, skirt, and pants. With the information in this book, you can alter your pattern for square or sloping shoulders, wide or narrow hips/waist, thin arms, rounded back, and many other necessary alterations. I did not find the bust alteration to be very helpful to me, however. I prefer other methods, but I often use the seam method for widening my waist and hips in my own patterns. Additionally, Judith offers style suggestions to flatter various figures. It is an interesting and useful book!

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Summary: Fitting Isn't Easy
Review: No matter how a sewer tries, learning to fit can be a difficult task. Judith Rasband tries to explain fitting in a different way than the other fit books do. It is worthwhile reading to explore a different point of view on the subject.