Fit 2 Stitch

Fitting garments is said to be one of the hardest skills in sewing. Peggy defines fit as when the length, circumference, and depth of the pattern match that of the body. It is easy to say, but a bit harder to apply these concepts. On this episode of Fit-2-Stitch, Peggy explains the concepts of LCD -length, circumference, and depth and what you must know to apply them to your garments.

What is a template in sewing? It is a pattern or a part of a pattern that “works” and can be transferred and repeated from pattern to pattern. Using a template, you will know before you cut a new blouse that your neckline or arm hole will fit perfectly, saving time and frustration. Such a simple concept is genius. Peggy demonstrates how to make and use templates in this episode of Fit 2 Stitch.

Simple straight stitching is easy to practice, but we can bend those straight lines and expand our creativity by adding a curved stitch. Maria King wanted to take up sewing so she could create garments that express her own personality. In this episode, she works with Peggy to share what she has learned about concave and convex lines on the sewing machine. She is now ready to expand her creativity.

All garments, no matter how difficult, start with a straight stitch. There are a few methods we can learn that will inform how we hold our fabric, as we perfect the straight stitch. In this episode of Fit 2 Stitch, Maria King, a novice seamstress, brings her enthusiasm and humor to the set, as she demonstrates the ins and outs of creating fun and practical projects with a straight stitch.

Sewing teaches us patience, problem-solving, time management, attention to detail, and creativity. Finishing a sewing project can provide a great sense of satisfaction and joy. Peggy and her guest, psychiatrist Paul Hamilton, discuss the mental health benefits of sewing. In the segment that follows, Peggy gives an essential tutorial in how to choose the best fabric and pattern combinations.