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The Emporia => In the wardrobe => Patterns Discussion => Topic started by: sewingj on February 28, 2018, 09:00:21 AM
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I know most patterns are based on a B cup (I believe Collette are a C cup) but does anyone make patterns that are suitable for an A cup? Even those with a range of bust sizes like the Simplicity Amazing Fit range start with a B. And some of the more "petite" styles assume that the rest of you is small too (it isn`t!)
I`ve spent the last couple of days working out how to do a small bust adjustment and I think I am making progress but it would be nice not to have to do it on everything I make!
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Itch to stitch has several A-D patterns https://itch-to-stitch.com/
They are PDF though, not that it bothers me, I like instant purchases. I haven't tried her stuff yet, but I have seen good reviews.
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I've heard very good things about Itch to Stitch. For an indie, they seem to have a good rep for solid drafting experience unlike a lot of others.
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Sewaholic patterns (https://www.sewaholicpatterns.com/) say they draft for a B cup Pear shape but I don't believe that is accurate...
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Perhaps not quite what you were looking for, but might this post on Burda be of any use to you?
http://www.burdastyle.com/blog/quick-tip-adjust-your-pattern-for-a-small-bust
HTH.
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Itch to Stitch patterns are really well drafted, they have interesting lines too. Their instructions are brilliant too.
I made a Pauline Alice dress pattern for my daughter, who has very little bust, it fit very well and was well drafted.
(https://www.paulinealicepatterns.com/115-thickbox_default/vestido-aldaia.jpg)
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Thanks Ladies
Itch to Stitch looks the most promising though she doesn`t have anything that appeals to me at the moment and her size guide is a bit vague - it would be good to have an idea as to how she determines cup size rather than just telling you to choose your bra size
I`ll have to keep looking
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If you are on Facebook, you can join the Itch to Stitch group. Kennis usually replies very quickly to queries.