In this session, I taught how to properly fit a skirt pattern to achieve the desired fit. I demonstrated the process using a muslin sample and a dress form.

Lesson Steps:

• Assess the initial fit of the muslin skirt on the dress form or your body
• Identify areas that need adjustment (waist, hips, darts)
• Pin the muslin skirt to achieve the desired fit, marking the adjustments needed
• For the waist area, pin until the skirt fits comfortably around the waistline
• For the hips, pin the sides to remove excess ease and create a straighter line
• Adjust the darts by pinning and spreading the intake amount across the existing darts
• Mark the pinned areas on the muslin, noting the amount of adjustment needed
• Transfer these markings and measurements to the paper pattern for a proper fit