Pattern Ease – Why is my sewing pattern bigger than my measurements?

Post author By Jen Skedd
Post date May 3, 2018

What is ‘Pattern Ease’ and why do I need it?

Pattern Ease is the allowance made over and above the body measurements when making a pattern. It enables natural body movement. If patterns were exactly the same size as your body measurement, the garment would literally be skin tight. Pattern ease is added to the body circumference measurements, but not to any vertical measurements. Although your shop-bought clothes may say ‘to fit bust 36″‘, if you measure them, you’ll find that they are considerable bigger.

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Academy Awards – for Sewing Patterns

Post author By Jen Skedd
Post date February 27, 2017

The talking point of last night’s Academy Awards ceremony was undoubtedly the announcement of the wrong winner of Best Film. But my attention as always was on the stunning gowns. So I thought I’d take a look at some of the sewing patterns around that are worthy of an Academy Award themselves.

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Sewing Classes & Workshops – July 2016

Post author By Jen Skedd
Post date June 19, 2016

Here’s a rundown of the sewing classes and workshops happening at Artisan Stitch throughout July. So if you’re on holiday in East Lothian and looking for something different and fun to do, why not try a new hobby like Feltmaking, or make a gorgeous wrap skirt? Easy to make and even easier to wear!

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Are You Sitting Comfortably?

Post author By Jen Skedd
Post date June 20, 2015

I see many students who come to me because they’re having difficulties using a sewing machine and quite often the issues are very easily resolved. Sometimes the problems start the moment they sit at the machine so here’s a few quick tips to make sure your sewing session is successful, and isn’t damaging your health.

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Free Motion Machine Embroidery class

Post author By Jen Skedd
Post date May 29, 2015

A Free-Motion Embroidery Masterclass took place today. We covered how to use a sewing machine to create a series of marks and textures, just as you would with a pencil. Each student made their own ‘Sampler’ for reference.