Slash-and-Spread Your Pattern to Add Fullness

It's the easiest way to add fullness to a fitted garment pattern.

Did you know you can slash and spread your pattern to add fullness and shape?

Well, a COPY of your pattern, I mean. Don't EVER cut into your block pattern!!!!!!!!

Slashing and spreading is a technique you'll use for skirts and dresses, blouses - even sleeves!

Here's how it works:

Get out your quarter scales and start practicing!

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