Fitting University
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Every body is unique. So it's no surprise that most sewing patterns don't fit straight out of the packet, no matter how carefully you measure or how many muslins you make. But there's nothing wrong with your body - you just need to know how to adjust the pattern.
Fitting University is the most comprehensive on-demand fitting course we've ever created at Cashmerette. Over 90 expert-taught video tutorials walk you through everything from the foundations of fit to advanced adjustments, so you can confidently fit any pattern to the body you have.
Expert fitting education, on demand, for every project you make.
Expert help in your home, any time. In-person fit classes are fantastic but they’re often very expensive and not easily accessible. Now, you can get the expert fit education you want, whenever you need it, and wherever you’re sewing.
Over 50 hours of in-depth instruction. Watch 90+ lessons covering every body area in depth, from bust and back to bum, arms, and legs. From full bust adjustments to rounded backs, asymmetrical adjustments to adding and removing sleeves, Fitting University covers it all.
Learn the principles, not just the steps. Most fitting tutorials simply tell you what to do. Fitting University starts with the theory, so you can deeply understand fitting and feel confident in your adjustments.
Learn from a body-positive expert. The course is taught by Jenny Rushmore, best-selling author of fitting bible Ahead of the Curve. Her encouraging, clear and empowering style has helped thousands of sewists around the world learn to fit with confidence.
- How to measure yourself and choose the right pattern size to start from
- How to make a muslin and evaluate the fit
- Essential techniques like grading between sizes on a variety of patterns, and understanding what order to make adjustments in
- How to fit every body area from head to toe, including shoulders, neck and upper chest, bust, waist, hip, back, crotch, arms, and legs
- How to fit specific garments like jeans and knit garments
- Shortcuts to speed up the fitting process
- How to adjusting for asymmetry
- Pattern hacking techniques like adding or removing sleeves, changing necklines, and converting darts to princess seams
- And so much more!
This course includes over 90 video lessons on these topics and more:
Part 1: Fitting Fundamentals
Understanding Fitting
- What is good fit?
- The body-neutral fitting mindset
- Understanding ease
- Understanding grainlines
Measuring & Sizing
- Taking measurements
- Taking half measurements
- Choosing your size
The Fitting Process
- How to make a muslin
- How to evaluate fit
- Troubleshooting: why doesn't it fit?
- Order of adjustments
- How to transfer adjustments between patterns
- Fast fitting
Part 2: Pattern Adjustments
Grading Between Sizes
- Darted & dartless tops and dresses
- Pants
- Princess seams
- Alternatives & advanced approaches
Vertical/Length Adjustments
- Using lengthen/shortening lines
- Adjusting length at neckline and sleeves
Shoulders & Neck
- Shoulder fitting
- Gaping neckline fitting
Bust fitting
- Full bust adjustments
- Small bust adjustments
- Refining darts
- Refining princess seams
- Bust apex fitting
Back Fitting
- Broad & narrow back adjustment
- Round upper back adjustment
- Swayback adjustment
Waist & Tummy
- Waist fiting
- Tummy fitting
- Full tummy adjustments
Hips & Bum
- Full bum adjustments
- Small bum adjustments
- Refining bum shaping
- Hip fitting
- Pocket fitting
Crotch & Pelvis
- Front crotch fitting
- Back crotch fitting
- Wedgie adjustment
- Adjusting pants rise
Arms
- Sleeve fitting
- Full & small bicep adjustments
- Grafting sleeves
- Sleeve cap fitting
- Sleeveless armscye adjustments
- Raglan sleeve fitting
Legs
- Thigh fitting
- Full & small thigh adjustments
Part 3: Expand Your Skills
Next Level Fitting
- Adjusting for asymmetry
- Fitting for body fluctuations
- Breaking the fitting rules
Pattern Hacking
- Adding and removing sleeves
- Changing necklines
- Converting darts to princess seams
- Converting woven patterns to knit
- How to hack a sloper
Garment-Specific Fitting
- Jeans fitting
- Knit garment fitting
This online class is taught by Jenny Rushmore, a renowned expert in curvy fitting who has transformed the sewing experience for thousands of plus size and busty sewists worldwide, helping them create clothes that truly fit and boost their confidence. With over a decade of expertise, Jenny has launched more than 100 successful sewing patterns, authored two best-selling books, and taught classes around the world both on and offline. She has a helpful, inclusive approach to teaching, helping you understand the "whys" behind sewing and fitting, and empowering you to feel confident mastering your next project.
Finally fit sewing patterns to your unique body with confidence. Our most comprehensive online fitting course with 90+ expert taught video tutorials.
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Get this class free when you join Cashmerette Club All Access!
Every body is unique. So it's no surprise that most sewing patterns don't fit straight out of the packet, no matter how carefully you measure or how many muslins you make. But there's nothing wrong with your body - you just need to know how to adjust the pattern.
Fitting University is the most comprehensive on-demand fitting course we've ever created at Cashmerette. Over 90 expert-taught video tutorials walk you through everything from the foundations of fit to advanced adjustments, so you can confidently fit any pattern to the body you have.
Expert fitting education, on demand, for every project you make.
Expert help in your home, any time. In-person fit classes are fantastic but they’re often very expensive and not easily accessible. Now, you can get the expert fit education you want, whenever you need it, and wherever you’re sewing.
Over 50 hours of in-depth instruction. Watch 90+ lessons covering every body area in depth, from bust and back to bum, arms, and legs. From full bust adjustments to rounded backs, asymmetrical adjustments to adding and removing sleeves, Fitting University covers it all.
Learn the principles, not just the steps. Most fitting tutorials simply tell you what to do. Fitting University starts with the theory, so you can deeply understand fitting and feel confident in your adjustments.
Learn from a body-positive expert. The course is taught by Jenny Rushmore, best-selling author of fitting bible Ahead of the Curve. Her encouraging, clear and empowering style has helped thousands of sewists around the world learn to fit with confidence.
- How to measure yourself and choose the right pattern size to start from
- How to make a muslin and evaluate the fit
- Essential techniques like grading between sizes on a variety of patterns, and understanding what order to make adjustments in
- How to fit every body area from head to toe, including shoulders, neck and upper chest, bust, waist, hip, back, crotch, arms, and legs
- How to fit specific garments like jeans and knit garments
- Shortcuts to speed up the fitting process
- How to adjusting for asymmetry
- Pattern hacking techniques like adding or removing sleeves, changing necklines, and converting darts to princess seams
- And so much more!
This course includes over 90 video lessons on these topics and more:
Part 1: Fitting Fundamentals
Understanding Fitting
- What is good fit?
- The body-neutral fitting mindset
- Understanding ease
- Understanding grainlines
Measuring & Sizing
- Taking measurements
- Taking half measurements
- Choosing your size
The Fitting Process
- How to make a muslin
- How to evaluate fit
- Troubleshooting: why doesn't it fit?
- Order of adjustments
- How to transfer adjustments between patterns
- Fast fitting
Part 2: Pattern Adjustments
Grading Between Sizes
- Darted & dartless tops and dresses
- Pants
- Princess seams
- Alternatives & advanced approaches
Vertical/Length Adjustments
- Using lengthen/shortening lines
- Adjusting length at neckline and sleeves
Shoulders & Neck
- Shoulder fitting
- Gaping neckline fitting
Bust fitting
- Full bust adjustments
- Small bust adjustments
- Refining darts
- Refining princess seams
- Bust apex fitting
Back Fitting
- Broad & narrow back adjustment
- Round upper back adjustment
- Swayback adjustment
Waist & Tummy
- Waist fiting
- Tummy fitting
- Full tummy adjustments
Hips & Bum
- Full bum adjustments
- Small bum adjustments
- Refining bum shaping
- Hip fitting
- Pocket fitting
Crotch & Pelvis
- Front crotch fitting
- Back crotch fitting
- Wedgie adjustment
- Adjusting pants rise
Arms
- Sleeve fitting
- Full & small bicep adjustments
- Grafting sleeves
- Sleeve cap fitting
- Sleeveless armscye adjustments
- Raglan sleeve fitting
Legs
- Thigh fitting
- Full & small thigh adjustments
Part 3: Expand Your Skills
Next Level Fitting
- Adjusting for asymmetry
- Fitting for body fluctuations
- Breaking the fitting rules
Pattern Hacking
- Adding and removing sleeves
- Changing necklines
- Converting darts to princess seams
- Converting woven patterns to knit
- How to hack a sloper
Garment-Specific Fitting
- Jeans fitting
- Knit garment fitting
This online class is taught by Jenny Rushmore, a renowned expert in curvy fitting who has transformed the sewing experience for thousands of plus size and busty sewists worldwide, helping them create clothes that truly fit and boost their confidence. With over a decade of expertise, Jenny has launched more than 100 successful sewing patterns, authored two best-selling books, and taught classes around the world both on and offline. She has a helpful, inclusive approach to teaching, helping you understand the "whys" behind sewing and fitting, and empowering you to feel confident mastering your next project.
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Our classes are completely self-paced courses that you can access 24/7 from any device. Each includes step-by-step video lessons, downloadable resources, and lifetime access. Learn at your own speed and revisit lessons anytime.
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Forever! Once you purchase a class, you have lifetime access to all videos, resources, and updates. Learn at your own pace and return to refresh your skills anytime.
Any! Fitting University is designed for sewists from absolute beginners to more advanced students. The course starts with the foundations and builds from there.
Fitting University starts by teaching you how to evaluate fit and diagnose what's going wrong. You don't need to arrive with a checklist - we'll help you build one.
No. Fitting University can be purchased with a one-time payment with lifetime access. You also have the option to get it for over 50% off by joining Cashmerette Club All Access (a yearly subscription, but you get lifetime access to Fitting University even if your membership expires).
Sloper School teaches you how to make a single fitted dress sloper for your body. Fitting University is a comprehensive course covering tutorials for every body area and garment type. It can be used to adjust any pattern, and is suitable for all levels.