HOW TO FIND EASE ON A SEWING PATTERN? The measurements you REALLY need, garment vs body measurements

What measurements do you REALLY need to choose a sewing pattern size? Let me show you HOW TO FIND how much EASE is on a sewing pattern and explain the difference between body measurements and garment measurements!

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OTHER VIDEOS IN THE 'HOW TO PICK A SEWING PATTERN SIZE' SERIES:

1. Ease… What is Ease? The likely reason why your garment is too big when you’re a beginner at sewing!

2. HOW TO FIND EASE ON A SEWING PATTERN? The measurements you REALLY need, garment vs body measurements

3. SEWING PATTERN SIZE Stop guessing & start measuring to choose the right sewing pattern size for YOU!

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[Evelyn__Wood]

Leave me a comment... Have you used finished garment measurements before? Or will be looking out for this now?

[mamamack]

I remember when I discovered the finished garment measurements on patterns. It was after many projects that fit terribly when completed, and was such an "A-HA!!" moment.

[IdW]

I did know about ease and body size is different then the garment size, but in some weird way all the patterns I have used don't give that information.🤔 What I did not know is the cup size! Good to know, now I have to figure out how to fix this, because those girls never really fit in 🙈

[denisedorsey]

I rely heavily on finished garment measurements to determine what size to use. I figure out the ease in the pattern by comparing the finished measurement with the size measurement. I do this for a few sizes to check consistency. If I like less ease (or more) I will go up or down a size or grade between. I always make a toile. I'm new to garment sewing and just don't want to mess up my nice fabric. I am a B cup so hearing that the big pattern companies draft to a B cup is great. I've had a hard time getting my darts correct on the indie patterns I've used because they are drafted to a C cup. As a beginner it's a challenge to not get discouraged by fit issues. Thanks for a great series.

[moyralouise]

Thank you, I am just starting to sew from scratch again after a number of years 😊

[jaileemartinez]

I really appreciate your lens and how you approach sewing. It feels authentic and the type of knowledge that the original grandmothers used in the arts. Especially when you touched on being able to use sewing patterns as a tool v.s being co-depentant to them. I LOVED that! Thank you for sharing your passion with the world <3

[jeanwestackroyd]

Its many years since I did much sewing Evelyn. Its a bit like learning all over again ! Thanks for explaining ease .

[pollydolly]

If the pattern doesn’t have the finished garment measurements you need, use your tape measure and note the number of inches from seam to seam (do not include seam allowance). Great video Evelyn, looking forward to the next instalment as always ❤️🇨🇦

[lorib]

When I discovered ease it was the most freeing moment of my sewing life. But then I totally botched it. One important thing about ease is you can't go by photos on the pattern envelope. Those garments have been made by a professional that fitted the garments to the model wearing them. They took the ease and cut out what they didn't need. This is just one more reason that finished garments often do not look like the picture on the envelope. As another commented stated they wound up with 11" of ease. Who in the world needs that? I bet the garments on the envelope didn't have that much.

[thebratqueen]

I think we need to appreciate the willpower it must take for Evelyn not to lean in to all the puns that can be made in these videos, such how ease...y it is to learn about ease. :D :D

[attilathehen]

I found finished garment sizes on a Simplicity pattern envelope (where it needs to be so you can choose the right pattern with your size on it, especially if you are borderline/middle sized, like me) and nowhere at all on a Burda. If this is consistent, then I will know which company’s patterns to buy in future. If we all refused to buy the ones without finished garment sizes they would soon get their act together!

[tanjat]

This is the first I have heard of this! THANK YOU! The ease was right there on the pattern for pants I am making right now and I discovered an 11" ease. UGH I am sure this means they will look like I am wearing Charlie Chaplin pants if completed as-is. Luckily i have not put on the waistband yet - but I serged everything else since the fabric is linen and fraying like crazy. I am ALWAYS sewing the wrong size for my body and I am not skilled enough to do adjustments for bust yet. Maybe someday I will figure out how to make something that will fit bust but not have giant arm holes!

[lluthya]

I wish I had all these informations, when I first started off sewing. It would have saved me so much frustration, time, money, self doubt and projects "gone wrong" (as in: simply didn't fit right). I' really learning a lot from your videos! Thank you, Evelyn!

[alisajamieson]

I am only just now learning the ins and outs of using a pattern. Thanks for the great quality and excellent content!

[deborahdufel]

She’s brilliant in explaining patterns. Thank you Evelyn

[lynnejones]

Great exchange of vital information. I have painstakingly made a garment only to find that when I try the finished garment on, it doesn’t fit. Either too small or way too big. Different pattern brands have different ease too. Just because you’re a size 16 in a McCalls pattern doesn’t mean you are a size 16 in a Style pattern. Check every pattern before you cut your fabric. Making a mock up is always good. I wish I had access to these videos years ago when I started sewing again. They would of saved a lot of disappointment. Thanks again. Stay safe and well. Lynne

[colettebramwell-colyer]

I always try to figure out the finished measurements before I decide on a size. One other thing that I look at because I am short (157cm) is what the length is from the shoulder to the bust apex as I know I am shorter in that area than what most patterns are drafted for and bust to waist. I always have to shorten the bodice in a couple spots. So I end up double checking the measurements a few times before cutting.

[mouseluva]

I don't use patterns because drafting my own suits my sewing process and body proportions better, but this video made excellent company while taking in a jumper I bought a size too big so I could tailor it! Yay for learning :) This comments section/community is always a goldmine of tips and tricks.
Also, you'll be pleased to hear that I cleaned my machine before sewing yesterday even though I couldn't see any felt pads between the feed dogs ;) I'm having far fewer tension issues since I started doing this (although I think she does still need a service unfortunately.)

[jenniferlee]

I have only recently discovered your channel. It's been a while since I have sewn (More than 10 years). And did my first sewing project of a cosmetic bag last week. But now I'm moving on to a vest for my sister. But never in all my years have I heard about finding the Ease. So thank you for explaining it to us. I'd also like to say thank you for subtitling your video's. I am Deaf so I heavily rely on subtitles to understand what is going on. Once again thank you for being you, for your channel and your useful information. It is much appreciated.

[deannastevens]

This is Amazing. Just tonight I was talking to my husband about the T-shirts I bought at the DollarTree. They were obviously Mis-sized. I told him about some of the clothing recently and my Fab Friend Robin who told me... "Don't get caught up in the Size on the label!, If it Fits, It Fits. All of them are different. Buy for the fit... not the size. Sew for the Fit... Not the Size" She is AMAZING!
I have been out of town without my PC for 4 days and Here is a video all of a sudden that talks about what I said a few hours Ago.... WOW. Totally a Serendipitous Circumstance!..
Thank You for so much Information.