The Dress Form A Sewer's Best Friend

摘要

A dress form—that headless, linen-covered figure that's practically synonymous with the dressmaker's craft—isn't usually the first tool a new sewer purchases, but anyone who sews for fit and fashion can benefit from having one of these silent helpers in her sewing room. A dress form will always tell the truth about a garment's fit, proportions, and construction—and it will help you fix the problems it reveals. If you don't have a trusted sewing buddy to lend a hand with fitting, a dress form can do the job (without hands!) and is available to you anytime at all, without an appointment. I'll discuss the options available and outline some of the many ways a sewer of any skill level can use a form to improve her sewing. Since my form moved into my sewing room, I've gained confidence in fitting and have approached each sewing project with more creative energy than ever before. My "friend" doesn't chat about the best fabric sources or the latest patterns, but I love her just the same.