Ive been sewing for about 70 years! This is the first time ive seen anyone explain this process so clearly. Thank you so much. Even at age 86, youre never too old to learn!

2 yrs at Fashion Design School. Tons of money paid out and you showed me for free in 30 min. I'm all the way done!!! THANK YOU!!! You change my life.

@SewToFit

3 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome.

@SewToFit

2 жыл бұрын

There is more instruction on this in my Patreon. Thanks for watching. Here’s the link. Https://www.Patreon.com/SewToFit

@PositiveMomStyle

2 жыл бұрын

I've seen this comment on quite a few videos that I've watched for sewing garments. Starting to wonder if college is too over priced for basic information. 😂

@sharoncrosland197

2 жыл бұрын

It’s waaay too overpriced. If I knew then. My GOD. SMH🤦🏾‍♀️🤦🏾‍♀️😂😂

@SewToFit

2 жыл бұрын

@@PositiveMomStyle thanks. I’m just teaching what I figured out after learning patterns in college. Still worth it. I’d go back for more. Concentrate on the technical side.

Wow! A teacher who can make whatever they teach,clear, direct and easy is worth their weight in gold! Thank you. I’ve ALWAYS wanted to learn grading. Terrific job!

@SewToFit

3 жыл бұрын

I'm grateful for the compliment!! I'm happy you found it very helpful.

I seriously was on the verge of tears because the pattern I bought turned out to be too small for me by two sizes. You've empowered me to make the pattern work for my body instead of trying to make my body work for the pattern. I looked everywhere after realizing the pattern was too small and couldn't find it in my size. It's like Simplicity thinks plus size women don't deserve cute costumes. I can't wait to get to the store tomorrow to pick up the few supplies I need to make this work for me.

@SewToFit

Жыл бұрын

Oh no 🙈. Sorry to hear. Glad it helped. Checkout my membership for more instruction and help. www.patreon.com/Sewtofit

This changed my life! I have patterns that I can't fit but now that I am a big girl, I can look cute again. THANK YOU AND I MEAN IT!

@SewToFit

7 жыл бұрын

Valerie Spencer so excited to hear. Thanks.

@doreenwilliams9857

4 жыл бұрын

I hated grading in fashion school I left not understanding it I know can do it. I have watch so many videos. I get it! Thank you

@SewToFit

3 жыл бұрын

Doreen, that’s great!! I loved grading. Thing about grading is that it really is a bugger to teach.

@lauramaskell1653

3 жыл бұрын

I’m also a big girl and now I can rock those undersized patterns!

This has been one of the most helpful videos I have ever watched. I love sewing my own clothes but as a pluss size women it can be hard to find patterns that are even close to my size. I hope to be able to use this soon!

@sheilathomas405

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for very precise instructions, I am going to grade my first pattern today. The next thing is making the correct adjustments for my body. I am very excited to get started. Do you also have instructions for adjustments and taking your own body measurements.?

@SewToFit

2 жыл бұрын

There is more instruction on this in my Patreon. Thanks for watching. Here’s the link. Https://www.Patreon.com/SewToFit

@kathleenhensley5951

Жыл бұрын

Same here, and I'm outrageously short too!

@MegInASheathDress

6 ай бұрын

This is such a great tutorial. You can size up almost any pattern this way.

I got excited when you showed the kid's pattern because I'm actually trying to size up a kid's pattern to adult sizes 😭

@SewToFit

5 жыл бұрын

Frost fantastic. So happy to know I was on time.

You have helped me SO MUCH!!! I have tried for years to enlarge patterns for my plus sized daughter. You gave me THE ANSWERS I've needed .THANK YOU IMMENSELY!!!

@ADLynnspeaks

7 жыл бұрын

Well that's fantastic to hear, Maryellen. Thanks for letting me know.

This was amazing. Probably one of the easiest explanation I've seen.

@SewToFit

7 жыл бұрын

Shuaniqua Renee well thank you very much

@sewndebisdream6953

5 жыл бұрын

Helped me so much thank you so much it was easy to follow you....

@SewToFit

4 жыл бұрын

@@sewndebisdream6953 Hello Debi, you are very welcome. Thank you for the feedback.

@charlottearena

4 жыл бұрын

Ditto, I feel so comfortable snd confident with the ladies explanation

@eduardachi2571

3 жыл бұрын

Wow i was really struggling so mamy patterns only go to 24 and i need 28 thank you so much

At 6 minutes I've already learned sooooo much. I have to watch the rest later but THANK YOU! Excellent so far!!!

You've got to be kidding me, all these years i thought that pattern grading would be my nemesis forever and then this Angel came along and explained it so well. Thank you from the bottom of my heart👍💖👍💖👍

@SewToFit

2 жыл бұрын

Me...an angel. You are so kind. Well, I'm glad it really served its purpose and let you off the hook for pain and suffering.

@TiffanyGrose

Ай бұрын

I don’t understand how to read the ruler

This video has helped me successfully grade-up an “American Designer” pattern - a great-looking sleeveless dress - and keep the fashion look and integrity of the design. The instructions are clear, and easy to execute. Just what a returning sewer needs. Thanks very much, Sew-To-Fit!

@SewToFit

7 жыл бұрын

+Caramella Milifan Thank for letting me know Caramella. This is fantastic. What pattern number is it? I would love to check it out.

Omg I would listen to you teach anything. Thank you so much for a clear, easy to follow, and entertaining/ not boring video! 💯💯💯

I hope you are still teaching. You are absolutely marvelous. Thank you

@SewToFit

Жыл бұрын

Actually I still am. www.sewtofit.com

Thank you so much for posting this video! This has helped me understand how to alter my patterns way before wasting my time, money, and fabric! I am so glad I found this!

Thanks for a great video. I am a plus size lady, working on losing weight, but wanting to look good while I do it, which means I need a good fit at any size! I have subscribed.

@auntbssewingquiltingandcra3442

6 жыл бұрын

Love your videos! Thank you!

@reneemeyers6251

5 жыл бұрын

Ditto!

@SewToFit

4 жыл бұрын

@@auntbssewingquiltingandcra3442 You are welcome.

@SewToFit

4 жыл бұрын

@@reneemeyers6251 Thanks Renee.

Thank you. I'm thrilled to have had this lesson from a professional.

You are such a perfect teacher. Love it.

Thank you, thank you, thank you. You can bet I will be watching all your videos. Thank you.

I loved your video on grading a pattern. You made it very easy to understand for a new sewing person. Thank you so very much. What a difference your instruction makes.😊😊😊

@SewToFit

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks.

You've made this process SO clear. Bless you. Thanks!

@SewToFit

6 жыл бұрын

+Gail Jahn you are welcome Gail.

Omg! You made that look so easy. This is a very very helpful video, great information . 👍🏽

@SewToFit

8 жыл бұрын

+A A Johnson (SewNewbie) Great!!! Thats what I wanted to hear.

I think i love you. SO clear and straight forward. No messing about. Thank you!

@SewToFit

3 жыл бұрын

You are welcome.

Thank you, thank you, thank you! This is exactly what I've been looking for! Can't wait to make my dress now.

I would just like to thank you so much for such a fantastic tutorial, I found you on KZread and your so patiently take the time to demonstrate and talk us through this tricky patten grafting. Thank so much again 🇬🇧

@SewToFit

6 жыл бұрын

+Bree Hall You are very welcome Bree. Your comments are appreciated.

This was such a great video, you're an excellent teacher. I hope to do this soon!

@SewToFit

7 жыл бұрын

+jackie gonzales Good deal Jackie. Thanks.

Oh my gosh! I absolutely love you! You’re the best instructor ever! Thank you so much!

Great tutorial! I love how detailed you are. Thank you, so much for posting this!

I know this video was made 3 years ago but I'm so happy I found it today! Thank you sooo much for sharing your grading talent. I looked at several grading videos and they were grading down and not up. I need to grade up a sleeve and this video is just what I needed. Thanks again for sharing and I will be following you.

Thank you souch for this video. I'm a Burda lover, and I'm a 44 on their sizing chart, which is just one size over their "regular size" patterns. So this video was very helpful, I just finished a moto jacket muslin, and it fits me so well. Have a great day, and thanks for sharing .

@SewToFit

6 жыл бұрын

Awesome!!! I'm really happy to hear this helped. Thanks for the feedback.

Best explanation on enlarging a pattern that I have ever seen or read about. Thank you

Thank you so much for your tutorial it was very informative. I actually feel comfortable now changing the pattern.

I enjoyed this video! I had a grading class when I went to school and your information corresponds with that class. thank you.

@SewToFit

7 жыл бұрын

LoniLovesLife you are welcome Loni. .

Thank you, Andrea, for simplifying what I feared would be a nasty process. I'm grading an old Butterick Caftan pattern for a costume, from XL to 3XL. (Huge to extra-huge 😊). I appreciate your no-nonsense, straightforward teaching style.

@SewToFit

4 жыл бұрын

Ronald Thomas thanks so much Ronald. I appreciate the feedback. Good luck with the costume. Just take your time.

Thank you Andrea for a simple but information pack tutorial . The content was very easy to understand .

This is a GREAT informative video! I appreciate you getting straight to the business of grading and your concise instruction! Just what this beginner needed. Thank you SO very much!

Thank you so much for this video. I have patterns I thought I could never use because I have gained weight since I bought them. I love this, you explain it so well.

@SewToFit

7 жыл бұрын

+Legacy of Pretty You are very welcome.

Thank you so much for this excellent video! I am a mom dabbling in sewing here and there mostly to make costumes for my kids where patterns and fitting are less of an issue -- but your great videos are inspiring me to keep learning and do more! You made grading seem less daunting. Will go check out your blog and follow you. Thanks again

@SewToFit

5 жыл бұрын

Great to hear. You will not have much time for costumes when you get you Patterns fitted. Watch out little ones. Lol. Thanks for the feedback.

That makes so much sense! Thank you for demystifying the process.

I've watched this twice, and probably will a couple of more times! So APPRECIATE the info!

Bless you for these clear instructions. I have a very large little girl (she wears the same shoe size as me and she's seven) who still has her little child (very round) belly but she is also very tall with broad shoulders and nothing from the store seems to fit her right. I cannot put her into stuff designed for much older kids as it is not appropriate for her age and she still wants little girl clothes despite her size. I used to sew a lot but haven't done much in at least fifteen years. I couldn't remember how to adjust sizing.

@SewToFit

7 жыл бұрын

Julia Bradley Oh, Julia, I do understand the frustration with available items for your daughter. I have a granddaughter in the same situation. Thanks for checking out the vids.

This is awesome. Would you please consider doing a series for beginning pattern work?. Your explanation here was clear and easy to follow.

@SewToFit

8 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I am working on a series.

Brilliant! Thank you so much for doing this video. At long last I know how to modify a pattern; something I've wanted to do forever!

this is the BEST tutorial on grading I've ever seen

So pleased would love to make a mother and daughter outfit however one pattern was not available in the size that I required, now I can make it possible, thank you :)

Oh my gosh! You are a genius!

@SewToFit

6 жыл бұрын

+Joshiplier thanks 🙏

Thank you So much! I wished I knew this years ago!! Now Time for me to dig out those old patterns and see what kind of Magic I can do. Great Video!

THANK YOU!!!! This was PERFECT for a beginner like me to completely understand and follow. I really appreciate it and all the work you put into this.

Great explanation!And to decrease,the same but in opposite direction ?Thank you!

WOW I've been sewing for years and I just learned alot of pattern enlargement tecniques.Thank You so much. What if the pattern is not Multiple Sizes?I'll be looking for more of your tutorials. Excellent presentation.

@SewToFit

6 жыл бұрын

+Linda Klein thanks linda. I am gonna get to more videos.

@omarmalek4702

5 жыл бұрын

السلام عليكم ورحمة الله شكرا على الموضوع

Great tutorial! I refer back to this lesson constantly. Thank you.

THANK YOU for your wonderful, clear explanations! You are a great teacher!

lol I did not realize a year ago I left a comment lol lol well one thing is for sure you know I really meant it lol Be Blessed once again. I was looking at these type of videos because I purchased a simplicity pattern and their size verses the correlated inches are not normal. ex. a woman that wears a size 28w is not typically a 44 inch waist. unless all your weight is I suppose below the waist line i.e. hip area and down. So, after spending 20.00 for a pattern I decided to refresh my memory so when I open the pattern if it doesn't fit I am going to change it instead of buying another size. Sorry this was so lengthy, but maybe it will help someone else to know. Again ty for your skill and time. Sonya

@SewToFit

7 жыл бұрын

And again, you are very welcome!! Thanks for taking the time to comment again, this all is no problem. Keeps me on my toes. Much appreciated Sonya. As for the simplicity, I really don't know these sizing considerations. It seems most patterns, even mine, the measurements adjust with the design.

This is great thank you! I'm using an old pattern that has had the larger sizes trimmed off and I need to grade it up to one of the larger sizes again. One question, I have a piece where the difference between size 7 and 8 is 3/8' and between 8 and 10 is 6/8'. I'm increasing 2 sizes. how much do I need to increase for each size increment?

@SewToFit

7 жыл бұрын

00000midori00000 do one size at a time. From 6-8 use the 3/8" and then for the 8-10 use the 6/8". That's a 1" grade and then a 1.5" grade. Read my blog post- www.sewtofit.com/2011/07/making-grade-matter-of-size.html?m=0

@00000midori00000

7 жыл бұрын

SewToFit thank you. I think I get it...with my pattern for sizes 12 and up my grade is 2", would I be adding 1 1/8" per seam?

Thank you for a clear instructive explanation about grading a pattern.

Thank you for this video. Its exactly what I needed and was very easy to understand. I was hesitant about using a pattern I recently bought but now Im confident I can get the size I need from it.

wow. do u teach classes? i want to learn to sew so bad

@SewToFit

7 жыл бұрын

alicia sy yes. I do teach online and in Houston. See my blog for lesson information. Www.sewtofit.com

how do you know how much more fabric or elastic to buy

@SewToFit

7 жыл бұрын

+crimsondiva82 Thanks for joining the live streaming. I hope you got all your questions answered. Thanks for being such a good sport. Laughter help me do what I do for you all. Ad.

@crimsondiva82

7 жыл бұрын

SewToFit I think I've opened a can of worms lol... I didn't realize how much stuff I needed to start this sewing thing

@SewToFit

7 жыл бұрын

+crimsondiva82 You will go far watch me my trusty student!!!

@crimsondiva82

7 жыл бұрын

SewToFit I'm actually coming to Houston Wednesday for Lion King at the Hobby Center I already told my husband I have to stop in Katy lol

Amazingly useful! Clear and easy to understand. Thank you!

That was amazing!! Thank you so much! I didn't even know what this was called, but I do now! I learned a lot!!! Thanks for putting it out there. I will be getting a french curve ruler right away!

Dear, you forgot to mention that grading patterns your way is MUCH MUCH easier if you have the luxury of using the metric system. No fiddling around with "maybe 3/16th of an inch" but just millimeters. Simple and easy.

@SewToFit

6 жыл бұрын

+Nicole Josan Certainly better with metrics. Thanks for the tip.

@nicoleyoung0511

5 жыл бұрын

Haha I was thinking that while watching the video too

Thank you so much for the clear instructions. I had no idea how to do that. You make it look so easy. Have a great day!

I have always wanted to learn how to do this! What a great instructor!!!

Fantastic video Andrea, thank you for explaining your method of pattern grading. It has helped me so much. Many many thank you's xxx

Thank you so much for sharing this! I’ll upgrade my 70’s patterns easily ❤

Thank you so much for showing and explaining so clearly. I will now have the confidence to do this myself.

Best tutorial I have seen including a session I paid for. You are a remarkable instructor and I offer great thanks. Just discovered your channel.

honey, this video is amazing. this has been the easiest tutorial so far to understand. thank you so much!!!!

So VERY Helpful! With so many beautiful Vintage patterns ( that are generally, in smaller sizes) This method let’s us still make & enjoy, those great garments. Thank you for yet another fantastic tutorial!!!

THANK YOU! I have a lovely shirt pattern that's just a wee bit too small. I've just finished altering that pattern following your clear, concise, EASY directions! Thank you so much for posting this. Now to sew it all together and see if it fits!

Outstanding. So helpful. I’m now able to grade up patterns that are designed for too small sizes, thanks to your wonderfully clear explanation and demonstration. Thank you, thank you.

You may have saved my wedding dress! Such an informative video. It takes a true expert to explain such an overwhelming concept so simply. Thank you for making this.

This is a marvellous explanation of grading, It will help me a lot to do the larger sizes

That was the best explanation of grading a pattern I have ever heard/seen. Thank you.

@SewToFit

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for the feedback Elizabeth.

Thank you for doing this. I'm getting back into sewing and feeling more hopeful now. God bless you!!!

Jst what I needed. Bought some smaller vintage patterns. Now I know how to grade up. Thanks.

this is the most helpful video I have ever watched on youtube thank you so much for sharing this great information!

Thank you for taking the time to put this video up. I tried watching a different video on the subject, and just got confused. Your video made much more sense! Again, thank you, are a God send! Have a great day!

I am so glad I found this video. I have a favorite pattern I have "outgrown" but I did not know how to alter it up until now. Your demonstration was easy to follow and so thorough. Thanks!

@SewToFit

6 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome.

Thank you so much for this tutorial! I'm just starting to make my own clothes and you have made this so much easier to understand what to do to adjust my patterns!

@SewToFit

8 жыл бұрын

Good deal Jenny. I look forward to see more from you.

Thank you Thank you! I have went from Blog to others and your instruction is simple, to the point and illustrated beautifully.

I watched a lot of videos on this and came back to your video because it was the best and easiest to understand. Thank you!

Just came across this video after trying to follow others. This is most amazingly well taught and easy to follow video on adjusting sizes. Thanks immensely

Yay!!! This is so helpful! Logical and packed with good info. This is going to be a go-to reference. Thank you. 😷👍

@SewToFit

3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

Ooh, I'm so excited to do this! I bought a couple patterns that are one or two sizes too small, so this is perfect!! Thank you so much for making this easy; I'm a beginner in all things sewing and this will be so helpful in making my own clothes.

@SewToFit

4 жыл бұрын

It’s great to finally be able to move forward. You are welcome.

Thank you for the wonderful explanation of how to grade and use the rulers.

@SewToFit

2 жыл бұрын

You are welcome.

Thank you so much for this easy to follow video. I've needed to alter my patterns for a long time but I was intimidated by the process. This information should help tremendously!

@SewToFit

7 жыл бұрын

Nannypie2 that's wonderful!! Please remember to tag @sewtofit on Instagram or Facebook when you finish.

This video is amazing!! I was gifted some really great patterns that aren't quite my size, now I can use them!!

Awesome tutorial. So easy to follow. Thank you so much.

This is wonderful! You make it so simple and easy! I was despairing that I would ever find a pattern that fit me! Thank you so much for this video!

@SewToFit

3 жыл бұрын

That’s great. I’m glad it helped.

I just started sewing and this is by far the easiest to follow video explaning how upsize a pattern. Thank you so much for this.

your explanations are SO clear and simple , this video is everything I needed and more !

@SewToFit

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Carol-Anne. Happy to know.

Thank you! I had no idea how to do this and your explanations and demonstrations are fantastic!

Thank you for your clear to understand instructions! This was very helpful!

This is awesome. I can't wait to try this with some slightly-too-small vintage patterns I have. Thank you!

@SewToFit

3 жыл бұрын

Good deal. Can’t wait to hear your feedback.

Thank you. So happy to find your video, You made it so easy even for this novice to understand grading up. Look forward to watching your other videos.

@SewToFit

3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic!!

best video i found on how to make your pattern larger. easy to fallow and no distracting music!

@SewToFit

7 жыл бұрын

+Haylei Herbert thanks.

A easy to understand tutorial, kind of like a lightbulb moment thank you.

Andrea, thank you for doing these videos. I now think I will be able to grade my patterns properly xxx

@SewToFit

3 жыл бұрын

Happy to be of assistance Margaret.

Fantastic grading demonstration. Thank you so much.

@SewToFit

Жыл бұрын

You're very welcome!