The Great British Sewing Bee: Made To Measure: A Masterclass In Sewing Clothes That Truly Fit Caroline Akselson Book

Bring couture-level fitting into your home sewing room with The Great British Sewing Bee: Made to Measure: A Masterclass in Sewing Clothes That Truly Fit by Caroline Akselson — an essential paperback for intermediate and advanced makers who want garments that flatter and move with the body. Ideal for hobby sewers, sewing teachers, and anyone building a sewing book collection, this trusted guide from the team behind The Great British Sewing Bee explains how to transform patterns and ready-made clothes into perfectly fitting pieces.

Title in this Set: The Great British Sewing Bee: Made to Measure: A Masterclass in Sewing Clothes That Truly Fit
Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781787139534

Start with the fundamentals and progress to couture-level techniques. Caroline Akselson walks readers through reliable measurement methods and grading between sizes, then dives into precise pattern adjustments. Whether you struggle with bust fit, back shaping, or sleeve mobility, this sewing book offers clear, practical solutions to common fitting problems.

What you’ll learn

The book covers every stage of achieving a custom fit, with step-by-step instruction and real-world tips from costume and couture practice. Topics include:

• How to measure yourself accurately and interpret body measurements for pattern selection
• Grading techniques to move smoothly between sizes
• Detailed pattern adjustments: darts, bust, bum, back, bicep and mobility alterations
• Preparing and fitting a toile (muslin) to refine shape before cutting fashion fabric
• Altering ready-made garments to refresh your wardrobe and save pieces that don’t fit quite right

Why this sewing masterclass stands out

Unlike one-size-fits-all sewing guides, this paperback edition focuses on fit as the foundation of professional-looking garments. The book pairs technical instruction with tips from couture and costume-making, making it a uniquely authoritative resource for anyone who wants tailored results from home sewing. It’s perfect for a maker who already understands basics and wants to level up to garment-fitting expertise.

Benefits at a glance

• Gain confidence altering patterns and garments for a personalized wardrobe
• Save time and fabric by perfecting fit using toiles and proven measurement methods
• Extend the life of ready-made clothing through smart alterations
• Trusted approach from the team behind a bestselling TV series — ideal for gift sets or sewing course libraries

Whether you’re buying a paperback edition for yourself or as part of a gift set for a sewing enthusiast, this book is a practical, inspiring resource. With clear instruction and expert insight, The Great British Sewing Bee: Made to Measure is a timeless addition to any sewing collection — perfect for classroom reference, workshop use, or cozy evening study before your next sewing project.