Tutorial: 3 Ways to do a dartless FBA in a Knit Pattern

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I’m demonstrating 3 different ways to do a full bust adjustment (FBA) in a knit garment without adding a dart. Please let me know if you have any questions!
What I’m wearing:
Megan Nielsen Rowan Turtleneck:
megannielsen.com/collections/...
M7908 Jumpsuit: simplicity.com/mccalls/m7908
Pattern:
Deer And Doe Givre Top and Dress: closetcorepatterns.com/produc...
The tape measure I'm using came from here: www.etsy.com/listing/58144462...
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For reference: I am 5’2” and my measurements are as follows, upper bust 36”, full bust 40”, waist 33”, hip 40”
(Description revised 7/26/24 JMT)

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@milliem1508 4 дня назад

I am saving this! And keeping it for reference every time I do this so I don’t mess it up! Thank you!!

@TomKatStitchery 3 дня назад

I'm glad it is helpful!

@sewfun211 3 года назад

I just discovered you today on Facebook and am thrilled! I've been sewing for 50 years and never needed an FBA until I went through menopause. I truly appreciate someone who understands and knows what they're talking about. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I look forward to checking out your other videos! :)

@TomKatStitchery 3 года назад

I’m so glad this was helpful and that you found me!

@denbeesewswhat9841 5 лет назад

I've watched a couple of professionals on you tube show an fba adjustment but honestly yours were much more informative and easy to follow! Thank you 😙😙

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

That warms my heart! Thank you!!!

@t.davila2997 Год назад

This tutorial has answered many questions for me. You explained it all clearly especially for a newbie. Thanks for posting all the possibilities 💐

@TomKatStitchery Год назад

Oh good!

@carolscables 5 лет назад

Fantastic, I was just mulling over the best way to do FBA on some tops I was planning to sew this weekend. Now I know! Very many thanks. 👍

@toniavandyk603 5 лет назад

Thank you so much! I am familiar with a couple of these methods, but I'm excited to try the other ones out.

@pauletteerato3360 5 лет назад

I'm going to have to try that last one! That was a new one for me.

@nicolewilson4055 5 лет назад

Thank you. Great FBA tutorial.

@StayStitching 5 лет назад

That was brilliant, Whitney! Thanks for taking the time to share your knowledge.

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

My pleasure! Thanks for watching!

@theskirtlady7890 5 лет назад

I use the last FB. method all the time and it works for me

@melissaj8384 5 лет назад

This was a great video. Very easy to understand. THANK YOU

@gingerjo1000 5 лет назад

Thank you sew much!!! Method number 3 will work brilliantly for me and open up a whole new world of patterns x

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

Fantastic!

@rubybaker5544 5 лет назад

Thank you, that is so much clearer now, I actually understand it x

@louisesmith9572 4 года назад

Thank you for showing these methods on enlarging a bust pattern. You made it so simple got it the first time.

@TomKatStitchery 4 года назад

I’m so glad!

@jackiewilkinson8357 5 лет назад

Wonderful knowledge, thank you

@Whistlewalk 3 года назад

Always amazing to learn from someone who actually knows what they arew doing. Thank you.

@TomKatStitchery 3 года назад

I’m so glad you enjoyed it!

@maryplumb5711 5 лет назад

This is beyond a doubt the best information I have ever seen on this topic! Thank you very much.

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

Oh, thank you, Mary! I’m so glad you’re finding it useful!

@theskirtlady7890 5 лет назад

Yaas the last one works best for me, thank you very much!

@lavonnekindred3066 5 лет назад

Thanks for sharing these three methods to adjust for a full bust. I'll be trying the third method on my next knit top, and let you know how I like the result. I really enjoy your videos and the wide range of projects you demonstrate. Thanks for all your hard work.

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

I’m so glad you’re enjoying the channel! Thanks for watching!

@chrismurphy5013 5 лет назад

I am binge watching your tutorials and absolutely love your easy to understand directions and how quickly you respond to questions. I have tried other instructional videos but left with no answers to questions so some projects are left unfinished. You take the time to explain well and answer promptly. Thank you, you are teaching me so so much. Dee

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

This makes me so happy! Thank you and I am so glad you’re getting a lot out of the tutorials!!!

@barbarajennings1057 5 лет назад

Thank you so much, now I know how to measure my bust.👏🏻👍🏼🕊

@jaclynmoylan1905 5 лет назад

Thank you so much for sharing. I am LOVING all the awesome content on your channel lately

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

Well, thank you, Jacky! It’s nice to get some feedback!

@Hide_and_silk 5 лет назад

Excellent video - thank you!!

@sandyheller5438 5 лет назад

Great tutorial. Thank you. 👍

@annettelundy948 5 лет назад

Thanks so much for this. You have helped me a TON.

@jaer9038 5 лет назад

Thank you very much. Your explanations are very clear and make it seem very easy to do. I shall try them out and see which suits me best.

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

I’m so glad! Good luck!

@craftycrone4147 5 лет назад

Thanks you so much, excellent video. Cannt wait to try it😻

@PowerToolsWithThread 5 лет назад

Never seen methods 2 and 3. Love 3!! Cant wait to try this. Thanks so much for taking the time to video and share this!! Really respect your skills.😊

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

Well, thank you! Just glad I could offer something new!

@miriamcihal8409 4 года назад

I’m so happy I found your channel!! I realized we are the same size! This is so helpful. I will refer to it often. Thanks for all you do!

@TomKatStitchery 4 года назад

I’m so glad you found me as well!!

@katyschmelling4097 5 лет назад

After having read how to do an fba they suddenly make sense after seeing your demos. Thank you!!

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

Oh my goodness! This makes me happy. I'm so glad I could help!

@sewfun211 3 года назад

Thank you for sharing your knowledge and making it nice and clear.

@TomKatStitchery 3 года назад

My pleasure!

@mumsie2739 4 года назад

Thank you! So helpful!!!

@saluminous 5 лет назад

Great tutorial! You explained this so well - it gives me hope I can actually fit things better,

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

Fantastic! I’m so glad you enjoyed the video!

@carylwainscott9345 5 лет назад

What great information you've provided ! I'm always trying to sew for my daughter who has fitting challenges in the bust area and this will help tremendously. She loves knits and this will open up the possibilities of patterns I can use. I'm a recent subscriber and absolutely love your channel. Thank you !

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

Fantastic! Life with dressing big boobs does get much easier when you have some FBA tricks up your sleeve!

@patriciabarnes3582 5 лет назад

Whitney you’re so awesome! I love your videos very easy for me to pick up thanks👌🏾

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

Thank you and it’s my pleasure!

@joannecava2418 3 года назад

Thank you! Best explanations yet!

@TomKatStitchery 3 года назад

I’m so glad!

@k3of5ks 5 лет назад

Another great video. Thank you very much!

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

My pleasure!

@tharris04 5 лет назад

Thank you!!! Needed this!! 🧡

@debramack1853 2 года назад

Thanks Whitney….watched it for the second time! Great tutorial!

@TomKatStitchery 2 года назад

I'm so glad you enjoyed it!

@jeannettesmith5577 3 года назад

This was a great tutorial. I've watched 4 today because others left me more confused than when I started. lol. Thanks for the help!

@TomKatStitchery 3 года назад

Oh good! I love to hear when a tutorial is helpful!

@MackenzieSmithNC 5 лет назад

I have always been super intimidated by FBA but your tutorial was perfect at explaining it and showing why it's done this way. Thank you so much for helping me conquer this fear.

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

My pleasure! I’m so glad I could help!

@aslyn39 5 лет назад

Thank you, now I can do it!

@knittabhavana 3 года назад

Great tutorial, many thanks 🙏

@TomKatStitchery 3 года назад

My pleasure!

@madelynplat6549 3 года назад

Excellent video Whitney. Thank you very much. It was very helpful! Hope you are having a nice summer. So glad for the advances in technology, I live in Athens, Greece. Once again thanks!

@TomKatStitchery 3 года назад

That is one of my favorite parts of technology. It really shrinks the world and makes finding information so much easier!

@sarahmay3307 5 лет назад

Thank you. I’m lazy and just grade out but know I should add length. I think I’ll try the last one on my next Freya. And yes to the new framing.

@barbaradavie150 2 года назад

Excellent! Thank you.

@TomKatStitchery 2 года назад

I’m so glad you enjoyed it!

@snoozelow7528 4 года назад

I love this ! You’ve made this look really do able, that I can Evan follow along ❤️❤️👍

@TomKatStitchery 4 года назад

I’m so glad! This makes me very happy!

@billiev8705 4 года назад

Hi! I just sewed my first T-shirt that FITS - haven't had a T-shirt fit since I was about 16 years old, and I'm now 46! THANK YOU SO MUCH for this tutorial! I'm pretty new to garment sewing, so I used the second option you showed - I didn't want to have to ease in the fabric (also, I was using stripes which would have looked wonky). that I have I'm SO EXCITED about having learnt this new skill from your video. so THANK YOU!! As a fellow busty lady, I'm sure you know how life-changing it is to finally have a tee with no crazy drag lines. Seriously, I almost weeped with joy when I put it on. Also, I realized after careful measuring that I have about 20% more volume in the front than I do in the back... such a big difference! I sized down one size and did a 4cm fba (about 1.7" in total), but I may have to size down more and do a bigger fba next time - there's still some excess fabric the entire length of the back, and I have extra space in the waist and hips even in the front! Sewing is just absolutely eye opening for me.

@TomKatStitchery 4 года назад

I’m so excited for you! Discovering the FBA changed my closet dramatically. I’m so happy you are discovering the beauty that is sewing and properly fitting garments. It really is a game changer!

@sallydingle321 5 лет назад

👌 perfectly described and clear 👍😁💝😘

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

Thanks, Sally!

@nicolegooding7724 5 лет назад

Thanks Whitney! A wonderful selection of options and I'll definitely try option 3. Up to now I've used Nancy Zieman's pivot and slide method for a FBA in knits. While it works well for me I abhor all the extra pattern piece tracing it requires. Also thanks also for the explanation in the comments about what you mean by a "large" difference. Lastly I too am keen to learn more about that clever attachment to your measuring tape. I'll look in the description box as you advise

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

I’m glad you enjoyed the tutorial, Nicole!

@kerstinshadbolt1003 5 лет назад

Hi again! I changed my mind and used FBA 3 on a discarded T-shirt to test the method - delighted with the result! I was able to size down the pattern before doing the FBA 3. Almost perfect - next time I shall add 1 1/4" and it will be! 😁

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

That’s fantastic! I’m so glad!

@ZeldaSews Год назад

Whitney, this was great. It was very helpful!😊

@TomKatStitchery Год назад

❤️❤️❤️

@szivec Год назад

Thank you so much for this information!

@TomKatStitchery Год назад

You are so welcome!

@PsychicKathleen 5 лет назад

I've never used your last one but it certainly looks much easier than putting in a dart! I always add a dart to my knit tops but I think I could in most cases get away with doing that one you demonstrate at the end. Great visuals and audio on your video Whitney!

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

Thank you, Kathleen!

@theskirtlady7890 5 лет назад

Thank you so much!!!!

@megcheyfitz2856 5 лет назад

Thanks! I need to do this for the first time ever on my Freya sweater. Also, congrats - you had a commercial attached today!

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

😂. Thanks, Meg!

@kerstinshadbolt1003 5 лет назад

Thank you, Whittney! My size 7 Freya sweater fits perfectly except across the bust - size 8 is too big everywhere. Now I shall try a FBA 1 on the size 7! 😊

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

Fantastic!

@tufornumberone 3 года назад

Fabulous.

@TomKatStitchery 3 года назад

I’m so glad you enjoyed it!

@absewlutelyfabulous880 5 лет назад

This is so bizarre. I was just about to look up how to do this! Thank you 😊

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

😂 perfect timing!

@rosemaryfrew5571 3 года назад

Awesome info Thanks

@TomKatStitchery 3 года назад

My pleasure!

@norakathleenbertoglio4414 5 лет назад

This is the absolute best video I have ever looked at on RU-vid to explain the FBA on a knit! Thanks so much!! Do do have a tutorial for the FBA on a woven? I have a 3” difference like you do. Thanks so much!

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

I’m so glad you found it easy to follow! I don’t currently have any woven FBA videos, but I could definitely do some in the future!

@shelleycassky1125 5 лет назад

I learn so much from you - I wish you lived next door to me!!

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

😂. Thanks, Shelley!

@nancynewman6592 2 года назад

Thank you!!!!

@TomKatStitchery 2 года назад

My pleasure!

@szivec 6 месяцев назад

I have a large bust (6” between high and full bust) and have to add an FBA to patterns that already include an FBA. There are many times that I don’t want a dart when I’m sewing knits but I was also not happy with the armscye distortion that happened when I used your second method even though it’s brilliant every other way. I decided to try that method with an FBA-Y adjustment. When the bust dart is closed it opens the Y part of the adjustment and overlaps part of the amscye dart. Not only does this take care of the armscye distortion from this adjustment it also helps with the distortion from the original pattern FBA. There is a bit of wiggle room to play with how much of the dart room you want at the armscye dart area and the Y dart. I have now used this adjustment in about four different knit top patterns with great results. I couldn’t find anything on line about doing it this way so thought I’d share here in case it helps someone else.

@TomKatStitchery 6 месяцев назад

Thank you for adding this! I loving learning new ways to do fit adjustments (and sewing techniques). This is very helpful!

@jacquelinekastil 5 лет назад

I need that tape measure!!

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

I just added it to the description box, but it's here: www.etsy.com/listing/505888083/easy-check-tape-measure?ref=shop_home_active_10

@sharonnickels2788 9 месяцев назад

I like the 3rd way you presented and am going to try that tonight!! I don't want the extra width in the front under the chest that cutting from the bottom up gives. This FBA method is new to me. Hope it works!!

@TomKatStitchery 9 месяцев назад

Glad it was helpful!

@susansiegel3511 3 года назад

I want to know what your IQ is, how can you be so smart? Such a relief to finally have some solutions for a big bust. It seems like the world is small bust/big hips, and I’m the opposite. Thank you so much.

@TomKatStitchery 3 года назад

😂 I’m so glad this was helpful. I’m lucky to have had some FABULOUS teachers so I am more than happy to pass the information along!

@lavadajenkins2955 5 лет назад

Great video, I think I have a grasp on FBAs now!

@sewbizzylizzy 5 лет назад

Hello. What a great tutorial you gave. It was very easy to understand. My question to you is what if you’re very small busted? I’ve always been very large busted until I had to have surgery,. They had to take more than they thought, I thought I’d be waking up to a full C cup and barely make a B cup.Thank you so much for sharing all of you knowledge !

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

It is the same alteration except instead of sliding the pattern apart, you squish it together and overlap your cut lines!

@justsewit_tk5477 Год назад

Three very different ways to do an fba on a knit pattern. I learned to do the method where you trace around the pattern and use pivot points at the shoulder and underarm to shift the pattern to the right measurement. Not cutting of patterns required. I would have also shifted the dart up by taking it out of the length at the side seam but then that's just me.

@TomKatStitchery Год назад

I can totally see that working as well! I love that there are so many ways to do different sewing and fitting techniques!

@justsewit_tk5477 Год назад

@@TomKatStitchery Yes it gives you options.

@susanniceswanger5876 5 лет назад

Great video. I love all of your instructional videos. If you don’t mind my asking, how did you find out about your food allergies and what they are.

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

Thank you, Susan! I don’t mind you asking about my allergies at all! I was having some severe swelling (edema) and my liver and kidney numbers were dangerously out of whack so after extensive blood work, they determined I have a gluten, dairy, corn and egg allergy. Since cutting it all out of my diet my numbers have all returned to normal levels. Unfortunately, it leaves me with eating a lot of meat, veggies, fruit and rice and not much else. While that sounds horrible, the difference in how I feel WAY out weighs what I had to give up!

@cvan1075 Год назад

Yes everything makes sense. You began by referencing your upper bust measurement to purchase pattern size. Then you added 1/2 the additional inches needed to bring pattern to include the inches you need for your own upper chest measurement. Therefore you are starting before adjusting for the fullness of your chest with a pattern that fits your shoulders and then adding to fit your bust. So I can assume 2” is already built into pattern for B cup and I am adjusting for the additional cup sizes by adding the difference between my upper bust measurement and the envelop’s upper bust measurement for the size I chose as the base. I use my upper bust measurement NOT the finished bust size because finished bust sizes are ease allowance design numbers.

@TomKatStitchery Год назад

You've got it!

@kathysexton7355 5 лет назад

Hi . Just started watching your videos.. Love them. I am wondering where you get the paper you are making your patterns on and where did you get the tape measure you used to get your high bust and full bust measurements....Thank you.

@jenvieira4866 2 года назад

Thank you for this tutorial. You have encouraged me to try my first FBA & I'll be trying the third version. I have a question, if you've added an inch of length to the front do I need to add an inch of length to the back or does the easing compensate? I want to make sure I fully understand before I cut my fabric. Thanks again!

@TomKatStitchery 2 года назад

If you add an inch of length to the front, you don't have to add it to the back in knits. You can just stretch the back to fit the front, or ease in the front to fit the back. I actually just used that trick today! It gives you length to go over the bust that you need, while the knit takes care of the circumference!

@amaliacollins8408 5 лет назад

Thank you very much. This was a very informative video. I am still a little confused if I need to make a FBA. I took my measurement according to your instructions and these are my: B 37 1/2, W 33, H 38, High Bust 35. I like my cloths to be well fitted but not tight. I purchased the Givre and plan to make the view without the sleeves, without the yoke. I thought I should cut the size 46. What are your thoughts of the size I should cut and do I need a FBA? Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated.

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

I would say you are right on the verge of needing one so it would be up to you. I would definitely go off the finished garment measurements to determine your size, but you are on the right track!

@lupakajsalisa3652 2 месяца назад

To find the length to add vertically using the third method, I would probably tie an elastic/string right under my arms and one right at the small of my waist, and then measure the length between those two - first in the front over my bust and then at the side from armpit to waist. Then the difference is the amount I'll add to my pattern. If the difference is too big, I'll check the vertical stretch of my knit fabric by stretching it to the length I need to add, marking it, and then measuring between those marks when it's unstretched - and then that's my new amount to add to my vertical FBA I haven't tested this yet, but I thought someone else might find the idea useful, or even advice me on a better idea.

@TomKatStitchery 2 месяца назад

This sounds like a good way to determine what you might need. I know that fitting a large bust can be such a pain! I have also found that using patterns that already include a full bust adjustment can be so helpful, even if additional room is required, starting with a pattern that already includes some is really helpful!

@sandraporto2705 5 лет назад

Was the bubble only done on the front? Thank you so much for this video.

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

Yep!

@sherifetter6885 5 лет назад

What cream knit top are you wearing in the video preview picture...I’ve been looking for a pattern like that for a leather and sweater knit combo..thanks for a very informative tutorial!

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

It is the Deer and Doe Givre Dress and Top!

@beverlyshemes9539 3 года назад

Thank you so much. Do you also have a way to drop or enlarge the armeye?

@TomKatStitchery 3 года назад

I do! I can definitely show that sometime!

@barbaraavelez8048 5 лет назад

Hi Whitney, how do I know which adjustment would be the best one to use. Does it make a difference. Thanks for the tutorial.

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

Not really. If you have a large difference between upper bust and full bust (more 6+ inches) I would recommend the second one (where we close the dart and swing the pattern back). Otherwise, any of these will work!

@angelinastone8122 Год назад

On the last one, (adding 1inch under the arm seam) would you add length to the back hem? All these were very helpful.

@TomKatStitchery Год назад

I'm so glad you enjoyed these! If you are adding the 1" to the front, you don't add to the back. You just stretch the back to fit the front. This way you have the length your bust needs in the front, but that you don't need in the back.

@constancergarcia7258 5 лет назад

Question, could someone use the same concepts for a sba (small breast adjustment)? Where can I purchase your measuring tape? I love the one you have. Thank you for the fba lesson. 😘

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

Yes! Instead of spreading the pattern, you would pull it in or layer it to make it smaller. Basically the same thing, just making it smaller instead of larger! I just added the tape measure to the description box, but here it is: www.etsy.com/listing/505888083/easy-check-tape-measure?ref=shop_home_active_10

@lauralarios423 4 года назад

Thank you for the video. I have a Q. How do you do with the extra at the hip side.

@TomKatStitchery 4 года назад

If you don’t want or need the extra at the tip, you can always shave it off the side seam.

@marybethlance5248 4 года назад

You did an excellent job explaining how to do a FBA. I will definitely try the last one. My question.....where do you find the pattern paper you used to make copies of the pattern pieces and the adjustments? Thank you.

@TomKatStitchery 4 года назад

It’s medical paper (like they use in doctors offices for the table you sit on). If you search medical exam paper on Amazon it’s pretty good price. I always buy it 12 rolls at a time.

@marybethlance5248 4 года назад

Thank you, will do

@cecilehoare3053 5 лет назад

Awesome tutorial! Now I'm a pear shape and my bust is usually swimming when I try to accommodate my bodacious hips, is it better to buy a pattern that fits the bust when they are smaller or the hips if they are larger and make the changes for the other body part?

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

For tops, I usually recommend picking a size based on the bust, however, if there is a large difference, grading between sizes might be the best option. You could also do the reverse of the FBA for a SBA to help remove some of the excess fabric in that area!

@cecilehoare3053 5 лет назад

@@TomKatStitchery, thanks so much Whitney! Right now on my journey I have to go from an 16/18 at the bust to a 20/22 at the waist and then hips 24/26 (if there is no stretch) in store made clothing I can wear a 20 bottom but it either has to have lots of ease or ease built in with stretch. I love how easy you explain things so we have options along with the reason why you do it like you do! Keep those videos coming! Hubs is helping me create a dressmaker's dummy this week!!! I can't wait to be able to size garments on myself instead of having a stash of 'never going to happen' garments!

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

Cecile Hoare that’s amazing! Good luck with the mannequin. I’m so glad you’re finding the tutorials helpful!

@amaliacollins8408 5 лет назад

After watching your video a few times this is what I determine. My FB = 37.5 and HB = 35. I am comfortable with size 40 with a 5/8 inch full bust adjustment. FB of 37.5 - size 40 bust 36 1/4 = 1.25 difference. Diving the 1.25 in half would be 5/8 inch adjustment. My questions is do I divide 5/8 by 2 to use for my adjustment or the 5/8?

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

If you are wanting to add 1.25 inches in total, then you would add 5/8 inch into your insertion!

@chrisboyd3626 5 лет назад

Hi there, and thanks for the info! On the first FBA where you ease in the extra...would it be helpful to curve out that area a slight amount where you are doing the easing, rather than keeping that seam straight?

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

Yes. Creating a little “bubble” there helps with the easing!

@chrisboyd3626 5 лет назад

Thank you ! You didn’t list any guidelines for amounts, so I am curious...my daughter has a 5” difference (2 1/2” adjustment), can I use the last one (the easiest) or will I have to use the second one? You say that you used to have a 5 inch difference so I’m hoping you know this off the top your head! Thank you again!

@carolyncastino7508 5 лет назад

When you do the pivot methods, it appears the shape of the arm hole opening has been changed. How do these pivot methods affect the sleeve fit?

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

It only changes the cut line. Since you are pivoting at the seamline , it doesn’t grow or shrink, but stays the same. This means that the sleeve fits in the same!

@Laydera 5 лет назад

what is that doohickey you used to hold the tape when measuring your body ? Where can i get one? That looks so handy.

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

It’s part of the tape measure and it is very handy. I added a link to it in the description box!

@dorothysdaughtersews 5 лет назад

Sorry, I just emailed you bc I couldn’t find the comment section right away here on RU-vid. What is the clip on your measuring tape? Looks genius!

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

I just emailed you back and added the info to the description box!

@peggyr9623 4 года назад

Hi! I was watching a video by Joy Bernhardt who referred to your ways of doing FBAs, so I came over here to find it. I think I found you after this was uploaded as I had never seen you with your hair this color! It looked very pretty, but I like your current color better. Anyway, I had only ever done the traditional FBA for myself, but will now try these options. I have a 2.5" difference between hi and low bust, so I'm wondering if you think the 3rd option shown is a possibility for me? Thank you.

@TomKatStitchery 4 года назад

Since your difference isn’t as much, I think you could easily do the third one!

@peggyr9623 4 года назад

@@TomKatStitchery Thank you!

@lupakajsalisa3652 2 месяца назад

What do I do if my upper bust to apex difference is 6 inches, meaning I had to spread the pattern 3 whole inches? The waist won't be fitted anymore and adjusting the side seam at that point will just result in having to remove some of what I just added to the bust to smooth/even it out toward the waist? Edit: The second method might work for me, I'll have to try it

@TomKatStitchery 2 месяца назад

Give the second one a try and let me know!

@user-cp2oq6hd1x 3 года назад

What is that clear thingamagig you have on your tape measure? I need one! Thanks in advance !

@TomKatStitchery 3 года назад

Isn’t that cool? It’s part of the tape measure and it allows you to snap it closed so you can get a good measurement reading on yourself. I have a link to it in the description box of the video if you’re interested!

@kirstychaisiri-clark3767 4 года назад

would the method above be the same if you were needing to do an fba on a bodice with a curve above the apex that connects to a yolk for the neckline. i.e. ellie and mac be creative hoodie or gina renee designs tshirt dress. I hope I have explained it correctly?

@TomKatStitchery 4 года назад

Yes. The yoke is above the area where you need the room, so it’s basically out of play when you do the FBA.

@juliehale9491 5 лет назад

I have a 4" difference is this to much to add to the last three versions or is it better to do the first version a FBA the original way I have never tried a FBA before. Many thanks from 🇬🇧

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

No! A 4-5" difference is pretty easily accommodated with all 3 ways. It's when you get up into the 7+ that it can distort the pattern and not work the way you may want!

@dixyschu951 4 года назад

I always do the first type FBA n wovens, but wasn't sure about how to do it for knits. Just to clarify- it doesn't matter where the original bust apex was, only where yours/mine is, right? Thanks so much for this video and making it look easy!

@TomKatStitchery 4 года назад

Yes. Because there wasn’t a dart in the first place, you can pretty much pick your own apex.

@dixyschu951 4 года назад

TomKat Stitchery thank you for answering!

@kristathompson-fancyflosss9200 4 года назад

On the last fba do you add the inch in that you did to the front? Or are you just stretching between the darts to match the front? Thank you

@TomKatStitchery 4 года назад

You stretch the back to fit the front.

@elizabetha2446 5 лет назад

I am a little confused about how all the adjustments, except for adding a dart, would work. You still end up with a flat pattern without any 3D dimension to accomodate the full bust. What makes the flat pattern fit around the fullness of the bust? A bust dart actually pulls the fabric into a round shape. Thanks.

@TomKatStitchery 5 лет назад

With the dartless FBA, you are just adding some more width where you need it. The nature of the knit fabric will add the fullness where you need it without having to add a dart - in most cases.

@kristathompson-fancyflosss9200 4 года назад

Hi, I wanted to get your opinion on weather to do an Fba? I am making a knit top (Audrey) from sew over it. My high bust is a 39 and full bust is a 43. The rest of my measurements match more to a size 18 but my high bust is more at a size 14. My waist and hip match more with the size 18. Which would you suggest? Thanks for your input! Krista

@TomKatStitchery 4 года назад

I’m doing a cheater fit technique in my video on Tuesday where you would grade from a 14 at the neck and armhole to an 18 at the side seam. That might work for you without an FBA. I explain the adjustment in detail on Tuesday!