CHAPTER 1

The Palmer/Pletsch Approach to Pant Fitting

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1. Buy the right size pattern.

2. Tissue-fit the pattern.

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3. Alter and refit the pattern.

Does the fitting approach described here sound too good to be true? After fitting thousands of women in pants since the ‘70s and perfecting pant fitting techniques, a proven method is now taught by Palmer/Pletsch instructors worldwide. For the first time, they will share with YOU what they’ve learned about tissue-fitting pants!

Learning to fit pants is a process. The more you do it, the better you get. Once you get a pattern to fit, all you will have to do is pin-fit each fabric you sew. Fabrics all drape differently, so “tweaking” the fit on your body will always be necessary.

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4. Pin-fit the fabric.

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5. Enjoy the final pair of pants.