Three Core Patterns – One Great Wardrobe
Sew Successfully with Fit for Art Patterns! Create a well-fitting and artful wardrobe with our three core patterns and their many variations, in print and digital format.
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Check out the latest blog posts for inspirational ideas, step-by-step directions, expert online support, and versatile designs to fit and flatter your figure and lifestyle.
Quilted Jacket Musings
How do you get started on a new sewing project like a quilted or layered jacket? If you have been sewing complex projects for years, this might be second nature, but for a rookie or returning sewist, a multi layered project can seem daunting. I am already thinking about sewing… Read More
Summer Tees – Finished and Enjoyed
In March and June posts we teased you with plans to sew a couple of Tabula Rasa Knit Tees in fun SewBatik jersey. Finishing sewing projects takes more than planning, as you well know. We proudly featured the finished tops in our OSQE booth last weekend and in the Knits… Read More
What’s the big deal about the Fitting Grid?
Have you wondered why we make such a fuss about the grainlines and horizontal balance lines on Fit for Art’s patterns? Maybe you saw our Instagram post a few weeks ago featuring the new fitting shells made for the Tabula Rasa Jacket pattern and wondered why the conspicuous lines are… Read More
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Videos from The Confident Stitch
Kate and our friends at The Confident Stitch have created a four part video series demonstrating how to construct a Tabula Rasa Jacket. Visit their YouTube channel to view the videos and shop at their website for fabrics that will make a great TRJ! Find more info and links in this Fit for Art newsletter.
Beaded Connections in Threads Magazine
Rae writes about a sparkling embellishment technique in the January 2021 issue of Threads Magazine, page 20. Read more in this online feature at threadsmagazine.com.
Intriguing Details for Softly Pieced Garments
A web extra from Threads Magazine to go with Rae's article "Piece Softly" in the Oct./Nov. 2017 issue.
Tabula Rasa Vest Inspiration
Carrie and Rae chatted about making Tabula Rasa Vests with Judy Gula at Artistic Artifacts, including Judy's cotton ikat vest sample and kits. Watch the Facebook live video here!
Sewing Masks - Step by Step Directions
Follow our step by step directions for making our favorite style of face mask based on Pam Damour's original pattern.