<p><strong><em>Teach Yourself to Sew</em>, Season 5 – plan ahead for success! </strong>Fifth in the series, this segment of <em>Teach Yourself to Sew </em>demonstrates why the right preparation is critical to sewing success whether you’re a beginner or more advanced. This DVD will get you off to a great start with expert guidance from the <em>Threads</em> team of Executive Editor Judith Neukam and Associate Editor Stephani Miller.</p><p><strong>What you need to know before cutting out your fabric. </strong>Good planning is fundamental and that’s what you’ll learn to do, including how to:</p><ul><li>Take and chart your measurements</li><li>Find the right pattern size</li><li>Check the pattern vs. your body before you start</li><li>Establish your preferred fit</li></ul><p><strong>Sew clothes that flatter... and look like a million. </strong><em>Teach Yourself to Sew, Season 5 </em>helps you conquer the details that contribute to a beautifully fitting garment you’ll be proud to wear. Whether it’s a simple shift dress or a more intricate garment, these fundamentals will enhance everything you sew from now on:</p><ul><li>Get the right shoulder slope and how to make adjustments</li><li>Determine how a garment hangs</li><li>Shape your garment using darts</li><li>Fit the circumference</li><li>Learn how to true seams</li><li>And more</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Plus learn all these extras to help you sew like pro</strong>. <em>Teach Yourself to Sew, Season 5 </em>shows how you can use a croquis sketch, a camera, your dress form, and test garments to refine your sewing and achieve the most flattering fit. <strong>Don’t miss Season 5 or any of the <em>Teach Yourself to Sew</em> videos in this must-have series. </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p>